<p>Applying to 20 schools can end up being counterproductive. You’d be more likely to make mistakes on your apps such as inserting the wrong college’s name. You’d be less likely to take the time to craft an application to fit the college you’re applying to (Although most colleges use the Common App, most top colleges also require supplements). You’d also be likely to get burned out on interviews, to answer questions in a robotic fashion, and to start feeling like the interviewers are bothering you by requesting interviews.</p>