Five myths about getting into college

Applying to college is easy, right? Write your essay, enter your transcript, submit your application.

If only things were that simple.

The college search and admission process can be nuanced. That's why Marquette's Office of Undergraduate Admissions counselors are available to help navigate the important decisions such as classes and extracurriculars, picking an admissions essay topic and how and when to visit campus.

In the video above, Rose Howard, director of enrollment marketing and communication strategy, addresses five common misconceptions about college admissions.

5 admissions myths debunked:

1. I need to participate in lots of extracurricular activities in high school.

2. I need to take every AP class my high school offers to get into college.

3. If I don't do well in a class, I won't get accepted into college.

4. I have to visit the campus to get admitted to that college.

5. I have to pick the perfect topic for my application essay.

Visit the Admissions website to speak with a counselor, schedule a visit, explore majors and minors or apply.