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Author: Thyra Briggs

3 Myths About the College Admission Process

There’s a lot of uncertainty around the college admission process, and much of it comes from a few myths that won’t go away. Understanding that these really are myths will hopefully help you go into the admission process with confidence and hope.

Published September 29, 2026
Categorized as Thrive Voices, Applying to College

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