<p>Over the past month, I've been filled with anxiety. Thinking about the extra AP class I should've fit into my schedule junior year, or the extra 150 points I'm aiming for on my SAT retake, or my absent school counselor, or my highest ranked classmates, or CCers (yes you!) has turned me into an emotional wreck.
Since childhood I've wanted to get the best education possible while simultaneously experiencing something other than suburbanites in the upper midwest.
Yet, the more I find out about the college admissions process the more I'm scared and frustrated that my dreams won't come true. In fact, I sort of miss the days when ignorance was bliss.</p>
<p>Concerning "chances", is there a point where we should all sit back, find colleges we're interested in, apply, put in our 100%, and let the admissions officers take the lead?
Or is there REALLY something to worry about concerning tier one admissions?
Am I alone?</p>