Once you hit “submit” or drop that envelope in the mail, you’re entering the waiting zone. This part is like watching a pot of water boil. It’s going to happen, but staring won’t make it faster. So live your life. Hang out with friends, finish that book you started, or learn a TikTok dance. The answer will come, and when it does, you’ll be ready to celebrate or plan your next move. Either way, you did the hard part.
And remember: there is no single “right” school. The right school is the one where you feel safe, challenged, and maybe a little excited to walk through the doors. Whether you get your first pick or your third, you’ll find your people. So go make the coffee shop analogy real. Find your vibe. And maybe treat yourself to a cookie after you finish that last form. You’ve earned it.