Ceci Skala and her friends turned their college rejection experiences into a light-hearted TikTok video featuring a 'rejection cake,' which humorously highlighted their experiences. The video amassed over 6 million views, showcasing the emotional roller coaster of the college admissions process. Skala emphasized the openness among students discussing the college journey, making it a common topic in their school. The TikTok format allowed them to share their stories while connectively engaging with others navigating similar challenges during a tough season.
"When I posted it my account was only followed by my friends so I did not think it would go viral at all," Skala told Boston.com.
"Hi I'm Ceci, I'm Lucy, and I'm Shiran, and we got rejected from the University of Virginia," said Ceci Skala, the Needham High School teen who posted the video, with two of her friends.
"Students at my school are very open about the college process, it was the topic of many conversations," said Skala.
Getting into college can feel like an incredibly challenging task as elite schools maintain low acceptance rates.
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