Admissions Expertise What are the most significant, avoidable mistakes students make in the admissions process? On her campus tour, Lisa saw that her tour guide was not wearing any shoes—neither were hundreds of other kids on campus—as the students were sharing their passion for a particular injustice in the world. Lisa asked more questions on the tour and during her interview and later back home, wrote about amazing connections between her and the campus. Students often don’t spend enough time getting to know the colleges on their lists. Many colleges count demonstrated interest and even have college specific questions on their college applications. Students need to learn much as possible about colleges. Lisa did and the college agreed. Want to see all of Rebecca's expertise? Click here to see full profile Want to see more expertise in Finding the Right College? Click here to see all expertise