"It is a marathon, not a sprint".
This was what professor Shachat told me when I started seeking my doctorate in IUB, but I think it can be applied to your application things as well. Applying to study abroad takes you years to work on, and it is never easy. So, be prepared for this long run, you will definitely be exhausted sometimes, but as long as you keep running, you will reach your destination. What you will get are the unforgettable views along the way, and all the applause and hugs in the end.
Well, let me be concise and bullet my thoughts here, so that you can grasp my points easily.
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