CollegeVine Expert FAQ

Hi friends, recently, I have been doing some college exploration, and I've been wondering why research is such a big deal on college campuses. What benefits do colleges and students get from being inv …

Hi everyone, I've been stressing about early decision lately. I understand that it's a binding agreement, but are there any circumstances under which a student could break that agreement without sever …

Hey guys, I was just wondering how many research universities there are in the US? It seems like some people talk about them quite a bit, and I'm trying to narrow down my college list. Any help would …

Hey guys! I took the SAT in my junior year, but my score wasn't exactly what I had hoped for. Is it possible for me to retake the SAT during my senior year, and if so, will colleges consider the new s …

I've heard people say that junior year is the most crucial year in high school for college admissions. Is this true, and if so, why? What should I be focusing on during my junior year to make sure I'm …

I've been considering applying to Columbia, and I'd like to know if it is recognized as a research university. If so, as an undergraduate student, would I have access to research opportunities in the …

Hello! I'm about to start my sophomore year and I'm already thinking about visiting colleges. I know many students start their college visits during junior year, but should I start visiting colleges e …

I've been researching colleges, and I've seen a lot of talk about research universities. Are there any benefits or drawbacks to attending a research university over a liberal arts college or other typ …

I have many universities on my list that I'd like to research further, but I'm struggling to find a structured way to go about it. What's your go-to method for researching schools? How do you break do …

Hi there! As I explore my options for college, I'm interested in knowing if Yale University is considered a strong research institution. Are undergraduate students typically involved in research, and …

How can I effectively prepare for my freshman year of high school? Are there specific study tips or helpful habits I should develop?

Hello! As a junior who's starting to look into the college admissions process more seriously, I wanted to know which of the Ivy League schools offer early decision as an application option. It would b …

Hi all! I'm wondering what AP classes would be best to take during my sophomore year. I had a good freshman year and am looking to challenge myself academically, but I also want to make sure that I'm …

Hello everyone! I was lucky to be accepted to several tier 1 research universities, but now I'm having difficulty deciding which one to attend. What factors should I be considering when comparing thes …

Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to Tufts University and was wondering if it's considered a research university. Are there notable research opportunities for undergraduate students interested in …

Stressed junior here! I need some guidance on how to research universities before applying to them. What aspects should I focus on to make sure the university is a good fit for me? I'll be pursuing a …

Hey everyone! I've been researching colleges, and I want to know if Purdue University falls under the category of research university. Can anyone confirm this? Additionally, I'm curious about undergra …

Hi everyone, I'm considering applying to Northwestern University, and I've heard that it's known as a research university. Can someone clarify what that means, and how this might impact the experience …

Hi there! I've been looking at various universities and noticed some are referred to as 'public research universities.' Can someone clarify what makes these different from other types of colleges and …

Hi everyone! I've been exploring college options and I wonder if Stanford is considered a research university. Can someone verify this for me? Moreover, I'd like more information about the research op …