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Hi all, I've been doing research on the Early Action admissions process and I'm wondering what happens if you don't get accepted during this process. Is it possible to be deferred to the Regular Decis …

What happens if you end up failing an AP class during your senior year? I'm a bit stressed about this possibility and would like to know if it has a significant impact on college admissions or scholar …

Hey, I'm currently a junior and I'm worried that my not-so-great grades from freshman year might hurt my college chances. Do colleges really look at freshman year grades when making admission decision …

Hello! I'm a high school junior and I've been talking to some college coaches lately. I was wondering, for recruited athletes, is it common to apply through Early Decision to their top-choice school? …

Hi everyone, I'm applying early decision to my top choice, but I'm concerned about the financial aspect. What happens if I get accepted but later realize that I can't afford the tuition and other expe …

Hi, I'm a little bit stressed and need some help. I'm thinking about attending Blinn College, but I'm not sure about their on-campus housing policies. Is it required for freshmen to live on-campus dur …

Hello! So, I got accepted through Early Decision to a college, but my situation changed since then and I'm not sure if I want to go there anymore. Is it possible to decline the acceptance without any …

Is it possible to get deferred or rejected when applying through Early Decision 2 (ED2)? If so, how does that work, and what next steps should I take if either of those situations occurs?

Hi there! I've been researching different colleges, and I'm interested in Dartmouth. I noticed that some people refer to it as a liberal arts college. Can someone clarify whether Dartmouth should be c …

Hey everyone, what are some specific things I should be focusing on during my junior year of high school to maximize my chances of getting into a good college? Any advice would be super helpful!

Hi everyone! What should I expect after freshman year regarding classes, extracurriculars, and other opportunities? Also, how can I make the most out of my high school experience leading up to the col …

Hello! I've been thinking a lot about housing when I go to university in the near future. I know that many schools require freshmen to live on campus, but can we live off-campus starting from sophomor …

Hey, so there's a chance that I might have to switch high schools during my senior year. I'm worried about how this might affect my college applications and academic performance. Has anyone been throu …

Hello, I'm wondering when is the best time to take the SAT? Should I take it during my junior year or should I wait until senior year? Any advice is appreciated!

Hey everyone, I was wondering if it's required for freshmen to live on campus during their first year at most colleges? Are there any exceptions or schools that don't have this rule? Thanks in advance …

Hi all, as I'm approaching my junior year, I can't help but feel a little anxious about how fast it might go by. I've heard people say junior year goes by faster than previous years. Has this been tru …

I'm getting a little bit stressed out about my upcoming senior year, especially with college applications and more demanding classes. Does anyone have any helpful advice on how to successfully pass se …

Hello! I want to start looking for internships early on in college. Any tips on how to land an internship after completing my freshman year? Are companies open to hiring first-year students, or should …

I'm kind of worried about senior year. I've heard from a lot of people that it can be difficult. What factors contribute to the difficulty? Is it mostly the pressure of college apps? Or is it a combin …

Hi guys, as I'm researching college options, I've been looking into Early Decision programs. I'm a little worried though, as I will require financial aid to attend college. If I apply Early Decision, …