Welcome to ChefTalk! As you may have noticed, there is an abundance of information on the site about knives. Your investment would be best made with a bit of research. Often, you will hear/read cautionary tales of buying a set. The reason being, while you may like the chef knife and fillet knives in the set, you may not like the slicer and boning knives, etc. Better to put together a set as you become more comfortable with what you like. It can also be a daunting task to do so. So, you may want to look to your school's book store for what they carry. Usually, culinary programs either supply, offer or otherwise suggest kits. Mercer Cutlery is very popular and well-suited for students and those just getting started.
Either way, be sure to not spend too much on your first purchases. As you progress, your tastes will change as will your judge of quality and the way you want the knives to perform and fit in your hand.
Best wishes with your new adventure!