Is ten colleges too many to apply to?

paveyourpath
Sun, 05 Mar 2017 15:27:12 +0000

@standford200381 You’re still here? I want to give you a hug. I understand that you want to be informed but as an 8th grader there are so many things that will change over the next couple of years before you really start your search. First, the cost will increase so while it is wonderful that you and your mom are looking at the Net Price Calculators for each school before you apply, you can do all of this at the end of sophomore year.

I have no doubt you plan to spend the next couple of years working very hard to get excellent grades. Don’t forget to have fun and enjoy activities you are interested in. Step out of your comfort zone and try new things. Allow yourself to be a kid without overthinking the college process or you will be completely burnt out by the time you start college.

Remember, there is no secret formula to getting into the Ivies and highly selective schools. Be the best you can be for you.