What they all said.

You're going to need electricity and a phone unless you have an old rotary or phone that does not plug into AC adapter.

Can you get a roommate so you stay in your pad, share expenses?

Also I don't wish to critique your hairstyle, for your major and career it's perfect. As you interview rsearching the company and their corporate culture is key. I'd stop short of stalking outside in the parking lot but get an idea of the corporate culture.

Some companies are accepting/encouraging a creative style. Just off the top of my head in SF the corporate headquarters of the GAP, Northface is here, Nomadictraders, think bike gear SOMA, Cliff bars ... lots of clothing companies and bike stuff.

But when you go to an interview and see employees creatively wildly dressed they HAVE the job. You are applying.

Can you go to a beautician school and get a deal on a do, just ask them "can you make this a tiny teeny bit more business like?"

Peets though, I think they'd be cool with it. Go for it! Good luck.

Does your school have a job board? Back in the day when I went to CCA they did. Check their opportunities.

Sell your own work like here www.etsy.com/