DESC: Getting into college has never been so challenging. The competition is fierce and sometimes a perfect GPA, SAT score, or a great history of volunteer work just isn't enough. Students need to know how to work the system, or better yet, how to crack the system. This revised second edition of the classic guide to college admissions reveals the hidden strategies behind getting a ticket into the college of your choice. From winning over the admissions committee right down to selecting a photo for your application, it's all here!