A lot of the college application process is more complicated than it should be.  Plus, even after you get your decision letter, the process still goes on with more paperwork, scholarships, and financial aid work to be done. If you’re going through the process now, this short list will be all too real.

1. Choosing your dream school

Expectation:

Reality:

You’ve heard that you should apply to 6 schools.  But then the question is, which six schools should you pick?

2. Writing your personal statement:

Expectation:

"All the ideas!"

Reality:

Even with these 8 tips to write an awesome essay, it’s still tough to find inspiration.

3. Financial aid

Expectation:

Reality:

Even calculating how much college will cost is complicated.

4. Hearing back

Expectation:

Reality:

Sometimes it feels like this whole process is nothing but waiting.

Does this all sound a little too true? College applications can be a tough process, but at least it’s not really the Hunger Games!