Common College Myths

Myth: A good college is determined by its rejection rate.

KerryU Truth: "Good" is not synonymous with “exclusive.” While, yes, more exclusive colleges have a certain connotation on paper, the on-paper impact does not outweigh the individual experience. College is more than an academic journey. It’s a social one full of self-discovery. KerryU aims to shift mindsets from seeking “exclusive” to discovering the “best” for you.

Myth: Certain students are guaranteed to get into any individual school based on their performance.

KerryU Truth: No one is guaranteed admission regarding the college application process. Colleges are a business. They have the autonomy to admit any student that meets their own set of values, expectations, and criteria. Trust the process and remember every student ends up exactly where they are supposed to be.

Myth: Your main focus in high school should be doing things that will get you into college.

KerryU Truth: High school kids should be doing things they enjoy doing! The goal is to accurately represent yourself when applying for schools. If your application is filled with activities you didn't enjoy or felt forced to participate in, it isn't an authentic representation of who you are. It's merely a representation of who you thought a school wanted you to be. When entering a process with no guarantees, it's best to show up as yourself. You'll be happier in the long run!