6 Common College Admission Myths

Myth #1: Colleges are looking for well-rounded kids

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Myth #2: Asking for financial aid always hurts

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Myth #3: You better have an impressive list of extracurricular activities and community service

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Myth #4: Without a 3.9+ GPA, you won’t be admitted, let alone receive scholarships

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Myth #5: You should get recommendations from reputable people

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Myth #6: We should not get creative with the essay

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