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EPISODE 42: How Many Colleges Should You Apply To? Finding the Right Number for You

About this episode

How many colleges should you actually apply to? In Episode 42, Neha breaks down how students can build a balanced college list without overwhelming themselves. Learn how to combine reach, target, and likely schools while considering acceptance chances, cost, financial aid, personal fit, and application workload. More applications don't always mean better results—it's about applying strategically to schools you'd genuinely be happy to attend.