I have 12 currently and am a full time student. It has been slightly difficult though with housing. I live just off campus with some roommates in a town house that allows them. So for me, it works. However my school is also only about an hour and a half away from my hometown. Even then it gets a little difficult when long breaks occur. I usually have to stay down at school or will make trips back and forth. Because there is simply too many to transport and I don't like moving them.I'd say that considering how far away you live it may just be better to wait. Otherwise you will have to deal with shipping and if not done correctly can harm the animal. I started with just one myself...Now look at me haha

Did I mention I keep about 20 rats to feed them as well? lol...For me it's gotten a bit tricky but I've been able to pull it off. Living out of the dorms though was key.