<p>So as I am getting ready to begin senior year and begin the application process, I am noticing a weekly/monthly trend...</p>
<p>A good portion of my school choices have remained consistent over the last few months, but some of my possible schools keep changing every week/twice a month or so. Is this normal?</p>
<p>For example, my intended major is international relations, and I replaced Boston College with Johns Hopkins. Good choice, right? Well, I thought so till a couple of days ago, when I learned that Johns Hopkins is sandwiched between a beautiful city and a slummy neighborhood. Furthermore, I found out from JHU students that the academics there are extremely cutthroat and many people are always looking for a way to sabotage your grade(s)...So now I am reconsidering whether or not I want to apply to JHU or not... </p>
<p>Again, is this normal and just a part of good research, or am I too fickle for my own good? </p>
<p>And for any of you CCers that have their parents involved in the app process, how do you keep them in the "loop," even though you are involved in a complex process that they cannot be fully aware of?</p>
<p>Much thanks for any assistance...</p>