Advice for

I have a very big dilemma. I've been riding since i was 10 (19 now) and have loved it so much. I've competed in the past but now just freeride. My problem is that I'm going to school at the University of Arizona, and there is no chance of riding around here. My home lake is 3 hours away and that isn't reasonable to drive that far. Out of state college is too pricey because i'd rather save the money for med school. Does anyone have any suggestions regarding how i can ride somehow?? Or am I stuck waiting until summer?