College admissions can be confusing, with a lot of contradictory information thrown around. It's hard to separate fact from fiction, which is frustrating since the stakes are high and you may not realize you made mistakes until it's far too late.
In this exclusive article, we decided to consult university admissions officers and counselors around the country to break through the noise.
We asked them a simple question: "What's the #1 fact you wish college applicants knew about admissions?" The results might surprise you.