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Hey everyone, I'm considering homeschooling for my senior year. Can you guys help guide me through the process of transitioning from a public high school to homeschooling? What resources are available …

Hey everyone, so I've been researching schools and I'm pretty interested in Georgetown for its blend of strong academics and active campus life. I'm wondering if you guys know of any other colleges th …

Hey y’all, I’ve been considering starting at a community college and then transferring to a four-year school to save some money, but how different is the experience? Like what should I expect in terms …

Hey everyone, I'm interested in the style and values of Liberty University. Could you guys suggest some other colleges that offer a similar campus life and academic programs? Bonus points if they have …

Hi friends, quick Q - do colleges really favor applicants with a lot of AP classes? I'm juggling whether to take more APs next year and need to figure out if it's truly a game-changer for getting into …

I've heard a lot about junior year being the most important year in high school for college admissions. Is this true? Can anyone share their experiences or thoughts on this? Thanks!

Hey everyone, I really need some advice on how to bring up my GPA in my senior year. Is it possible to make a significant improvement in GPA in just one year? And what strategies should I use to get m …

Hi everyone, I'm currently attending a community college and I'm looking to transfer to a 4-year school soon. I was wondering if transfers can apply through the early decision process? I know it can s …

Hey guys, can someone please explain to me what exactly an Early Decision agreement is? I'm a high school junior considering my application options and if ED is the right choice for me. Thank you!

Howdy! Totally intrigued by Warren Wilson's work program and commitment to sustainability. Are there other colleges out there that integrate work experience or environmental stewardship as part of the …

I'm drawn to University of Vermont's chill yet academically dedicated culture. Would love to hear about any schools that strike a similar balance - good academics without the high-stress culture. Bonu …

Alright, I need some advice. What kinds of extracurricular activities do colleges really like to see? I'm involved in a few clubs but wondering if I should branch out or focus on leadership roles in a …

Hi everyone! NYU is one of my top choices for college, and I'm currently in my junior year. My question is: will the admissions team at NYU look at my senior year grades or is their decision primarily …

Alright, high school junior here feeling a bit anxious — what kind of extracurricular activities are colleges actually excited to see on applications? I do a mix of community service, sports, and a co …

Hey guys, I'm a little bit stressed because I didn't do as well as I wanted during freshman and sophomore year. I currently have a 3.4 GPA and would like to improve it significantly before applying to …

Hey everyone! Dartmouth is my top choice college, and I'm thinking about applying early decision. Can anyone who got accepted ED or has any experience with it share their tips or insights on what help …

Hey everyone, I'm super passionate about pursuing a career in the performing arts and I've been considering Juilliard as my dream school. However, I know it's incredibly competitive. Could y'all sugge …

Hey everyone! I'm curious to know how much colleges actually care about your freshman year grades and activities. I know it's important to show improvement over time, but do colleges expect you to be …

So, I'll be taking the SAT next year (junior year), but I'm not sure when exactly I should be taking it. What's the best time to take the SAT during junior year to give myself enough time for preparat …

I'm a junior and I've heard that some colleges offer both Early Decision 1 and 2 application options. Could someone explain the main differences between ED1 and ED2 and if one option is better than th …