Most people think hitting submit on a college application means the hard part is over. 🎓 But anyone who’s been through the process knows that’s just the beginning. What happens after students submit their applications is often far more complicated; and far less talked about. Between counselor forms, student portals, and endless password resets, the “post-submit” phase can feel like a full-time job. Let’s take a closer look at what really happens next. Step 1: Counselor Subm

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