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Is it possible to repeat freshman year if I struggled with my classes and GPA? How will it affect my chances of getting into a good college, and how will colleges view it during the admissions process …
Hello! So, I'm a little stressed about how I'm going to pay for college, and I've heard that applying early action might increase the chances of getting scholarships. Does anyone know if there's some …
Hey peeps, I'm kinda anxious about my GPA situation. I started off a bit rough freshman and sophomore year, but I've been working super hard and my grades have significantly improved junior year. Do c …
Hey everyone, I've really fallen for Emory's vibe and was wondering if there are any other colleges that have a similar feel? I'm looking for schools with strong pre-med programs, a balance between so …
So I've been wondering—for those who've attended summer programs or have had a taste of college-level coursework—how do college classes actually compare to high school classes? In terms of workload, t …
Hey all, I'm currently a freshman and will be choosing my classes for sophomore year soon. I'm a little bit stressed about how many AP classes I should be taking next year to be on track for college a …
Hey everyone! As I start thinking about my senior year, I want to make sure I have a good balance between academics, extracurriculars, and fun. What are some ways to make senior year special and memor …
Hey guys, I'm a bit confused about the structure of liberal arts colleges. Can someone explain to me how these colleges work, in terms of academics and overall college life, compared to larger univers …
Hi everyone! As I'm starting to make my college list, I'm curious about how many liberal arts colleges there are in the US. It would help me to know the number just for the sake of reference and resea …
Hey folks, I’m drawn to the tight-knit community and supportive environment at Davidson College. Are there any other colleges that offer a similar kind of community and attention to undergrads? Bonus …
Hello everyone! I'm planning to take the SAT during my senior year. How many times can I take it to improve my score, and when should I ideally take my last attempt to make sure colleges will have my …
Hi, I'm a little bit stressed about paying for college and I know that FAFSA is an important part of securing financial aid. Is it possible to fill out the FAFSA during my junior year of high school, …
UNC seems awesome, especially their sense of community and academic culture. I'm curious if there are other schools out there with a similar atmosphere. Diversity and school spirit are big for me too, …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I’ve been hearing about likely letters that some applicants receive in advance of regular decision notifications. I'm curious, do colleges also send likely l …
Is it possible to get deferred from Early Decision 2? Or do colleges typically either accept or reject applicants outright in this round? A little bit worried over here, so any info would be appreciat …
I'm looking for colleges that are known for their creative and liberal arts programs and that have an artsy vibe like Sarah Lawrence. I love the focus on individuality and expression, and I want to fi …
Hi there! I am currently a high school junior planning to apply for financial aid in college. I've been wondering if it's common to receive more financial aid after your freshman year? Will my financi …
Hi all! I’m a junior and I've been researching the different college application options. Can I apply to one college through Early Decision and another through Restrictive Early Action? Are there any …
Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior, and I'm wondering what classes I should take in my senior year to maintain a strong college application. Are there any specific classes that colleges generally ex …
Hi everyone. I'm currently in my first semester of freshman year, and I'm really not enjoying my college experience so far. Is it even possible to transfer to a different college during my second seme …