EPISODE 52: The Common App makes it easy. But should you apply to 15 colleges? (Common App + Autism College Advice)
Thu Jan 22 2026
Myles has already been accepted to 10 colleges—and as an autistic student, having real options feels both exciting and overwhelming.
A drummer who plans to major in Music or Art History, Myles cast a wide net across the country, looking for schools with strong programs in his interests and meaningful supports for students on the autism spectrum.
His list includes:
Trinity University (San Antonio, TX)University of Puget Sound (Tacoma, WA)Loyola University Chicago (Chicago, IL)Marquette University (Milwaukee, WI)Whitman College (Walla Walla, WA)Wheaton College (Massachusetts)Drexel University (Philadelphia, PA)
…and more.But now comes the hard part: choosing. Myles lives in Los Angeles and has realized he’s not thrilled about the idea of a long, cold winter—plus there are a dozen other factors that matter when you’re picking a school that truly fits.
In this episode of Autism Goes to College, Myles breaks down:
✅ How he built his college list (and what he prioritized)
✅ What “support” actually means when you’re comparing schools
✅ How he’ll make the final decision once all offers are in
✅ What he’d do differently if he could start over
If you’re an autistic student (or a parent) navigating college admissions, this conversation is a practical look at what it’s really like to weigh multiple acceptances and find the right next step.
Listen now and tell us in the comments: What matters most to you when choosing a college—program strength, location, supports, campus vibe, or something else?
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Myles has already been accepted to 10 colleges—and as an autistic student, having real options feels both exciting and overwhelming. A drummer who plans to major in Music or Art History, Myles cast a wide net across the country, looking for schools with strong programs in his interests and meaningful supports for students on the autism spectrum. His list includes: Trinity University (San Antonio, TX)University of Puget Sound (Tacoma, WA)Loyola University Chicago (Chicago, IL)Marquette University (Milwaukee, WI)Whitman College (Walla Walla, WA)Wheaton College (Massachusetts)Drexel University (Philadelphia, PA) …and more.But now comes the hard part: choosing. Myles lives in Los Angeles and has realized he’s not thrilled about the idea of a long, cold winter—plus there are a dozen other factors that matter when you’re picking a school that truly fits. In this episode of Autism Goes to College, Myles breaks down: ✅ How he built his college list (and what he prioritized) ✅ What “support” actually means when you’re comparing schools ✅ How he’ll make the final decision once all offers are in ✅ What he’d do differently if he could start over If you’re an autistic student (or a parent) navigating college admissions, this conversation is a practical look at what it’s really like to weigh multiple acceptances and find the right next step. Listen now and tell us in the comments: What matters most to you when choosing a college—program strength, location, supports, campus vibe, or something else? Support the show