Thanks for all your comments!
My parents are applying for a green card. It is on the last stage out of three for the past 4 years.
I am Indian, and am 16 years old. I can’t work or study/volunteer abroad. I am not sure my GC will be done in a year.
I just talked with my counselor and she said that UCs don’t count me as an international applicant.
I am really confused at this point. I called all my colleges and none of them gave me a solid answer. I am really worried and don’t know if taking a year off is worth it.
Appreciate your help!