<p>I think the chance threads are merely an opportunity for applicants to vent. I think they need the anonymous opportunity to describe who they are. I’ve seen a lot of helpful comments come about as a result of chance threads (e.g. take the ACT, focus on certain ECs). I agree though, NO ONE on this forum can really answer a chance question, but I wonder if the students posting the thread are seeking advice they can’t get elsewhere or just seeking an opportuntity to talk about their college application process to the only people who will listen?</p>