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Yale University started a trend a few months ago by releasing a song-and-dance, Busby Berkeley, over-the-top admissions video, entitled “That’s Why I Chose Yale.” Hilarious stuff.
The trend continues with the University of Delaware‘s similarly silly “Delaware: The Musical.” This stuff is cheesy, of course. But I can’t help humming along and tapping my toes.
Wondering whether the University of Delaware should be on your college list? Read our post on how many colleges should you apply to.
Final Thoughts on How Many Colleges You Should Apply To
Yes—you can apply to just one school, especially if you’ve found your perfect fit and are certain. But for the vast majority of students, that’s a high-risk strategy. On the other hand, applying to 20+ schools often dilutes your efforts and raises costs without necessarily improving outcomes.
At Great College Advice, we believe applying to around 8–12 schools—split into reach, target, and likely—is the sweet spot. It’s enough to give you strong options while still allowing you to thoughtfully craft each application and ultimately make a decision you’re excited about.
Need help curating your list, refining essays, or comparing schools? We’re here to make the process clearer and more confident.
If you’re wondering whether your current list is too big, too small, or just right — schedule a free consultation with our admissions team. Let’s make sure you’re applying strategically, not just broadly.
About Great College Advice: Since 2007, the expert team at Great College Advice has provided comprehensive admissions guidance to thousands of students across the United States and more than 45 countries. Our six counselors bring over 100 combined years of college admissions experience. Great College Advice also runs College Admissions Experts, one of the most active Facebook groups for college-bound families, with over 100,000 members.
