10. Take legal action

A teen from Palo Alto sued the University of California school system and the entire Department of Education in protest after being rejected from 16 schools. By the way, he got into Duke. 

9. Remember… Paris Geller got rejected from Harvard too

Paris Geller, Gilmore Girls perfectionist herself, didn’t make the cut for Harvard. If it happened to her, don’t take it personally.

8. Reconnect with nature

Go outside, touch some grass, and hug a tree. Nature doesn’t judge, and they definitely don’t care about your SAT scores.

7. Look up celebrities that didn’t go to college

Bill Gates dropped out of Harvard. If it’s good enough for him, it’s good enough for anyone.

6. Practice Meditation

Breathe in, breathe out, the universe is on your side… probably.

5. Buy motivational wall decor

A kitty cat “Hang In There” poster will be there meow and always.

4. Look at the school’s meal plans and barf

Sure, rejection stings, but would anyone even want to eat what they serve in the dining hall anyway? Consider yourself saved from culinary horrors.

3. Eat a sweet treat

Regardless of your application status, be proud. A sweet treat can never hurt, or reject anyone like those colleges did. 

2. Browse how much student loans are and realize you’re saving money

The cost of tuition lately is insane. Think about that six-figure financial crisis. Pat yourself on the back.

1. Good Ol’ crying

It’s okay. Just let it all out.