What you can hope for, though, is a long-lasting friendship, with the possibility of a continuing romance. One of the most important aspects of a good relationship is communication. Let your girlfriend know how you are feeling and encourage her to share her feelings with you. Staying in touch over a long distance can also become quite expensive for both of you. Take turns telephoning each other, so the expenses are shared.
Many campuses offer free E-mail accounts to their students.
If possible, take turns visiting each other. There's a lot of new fish in the sea to discover, and a love commitment at a time of new independence can be limiting for some people.