In this episode, Rhea, Naish, Michael and Sophie ask Paul some of your burning questions about the application process, busting some myths about admission along the way. Catch us talking about the infamous quick take section of USC's app, the importance of "the essay," if an interview helps or hurts, and whether you really need straight A's to get a shot at studying engineering.

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