Very little skill, of any sort, is required to "game" a bureaucracy. Patience and persistence are pretty much all that is required, though an ability to act congenial in a face-to-face interview can also handy.
Find which forms need to be filled out. Fill out the forms correctly. Follow the proper procedures. And that''s about it.
Even if you get rejected, just find out what the appeal or grievance process is, and then follow that. To the letter.
And again, if necessary.
It may take a few rounds, but you will evitably get what you want.
This applies to just about any kind of bureaucracy you care to name.
FWIW, I really enjoyed college, and I learned a lot there. I fully recommend a college education. Just don''t take the admissions process *that* seriously. Pick the college you want to attend, and just follow the posted signs--and learn to turn your head and cough on cue.
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DavidRM
Samu Games