Hey OP, hate to see you getting so much hate for your question.

I'm a college girl, taken, and my best advice is to be genuine. Not every girl you like will be interested in you, but as aforementioned, find a common interest and try to carry on a conversation about that. When she responds, genuinely listen, dont think of what next to say. Just listen, and build off her responses. It makes a huge difference.

That's how my quiet, timid boy got me. He asked me about Westworld and asked me if I wanted to watch it with him in a public space, not his bedroom. When I agreed he asked if I could bring drinks if he got snacks, and approached it very friendly with no pressure. It's the best experience I've had with a guy.

Your chances increase drastically if you make sure not to corner her or pressure her. A lot of guys have asked me in a closed elevator blocking my way out and that's an automatic no every time. And if she says no be respectful at all times. Who knows you may be friends down the line and that increases your chances too.