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I'm trying to brainstorm some unique topics for my college essay, but I'm a bit stuck. I want to stand out but also make sure my essay is still meaningful and well-written. Any ideas or suggestions yo …

I'm a junior and I haven't done any community service yet. I'm feeling a bit stressed out because I know that colleges like to see students who are involved in their community. Is it too late for me t …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior trying to decide between taking AP classes and dual enrollment classes next year. I know both look good for college admissions, but which one is better in terms of rigor a …

I'm starting to think about college and I'm feeling overwhelmed by all the potential majors. How did you guys choose your major? Any advice on how to narrow down my options and pick something I'll enj …

I'm feeling a bit stressed about starting my college essay and I'm not sure how much time I should allocate for it. How long did it take you guys to write your essays, and do you have any tips for man …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior and starting to build my college list. I know it's important to have a safety school, but I'm not sure how to choose one. What should I be looking for in a safety school, …

I've been working on my college essay and I'm not sure if I should give it a title or just leave it without one. What do you all think? I don't want to do anything that might negatively affect my appl …

Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior considering taking some community college classes to boost my transcript. I wonder if this could be seen favorably by college admissions officers. Any advice or …

Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I have a passion for art. I spend a lot of my free time drawing, painting, and working on my portfolio. I'm curious as to whether art can be considered an extrac …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I've been involved in some leadership roles throughout high school. I've heard that showcasing leadership skills can be important in college applications, but I'm not su …

I'm a bit confused about the formatting requirements for my college essay. Do I need to use the MLA format, or can I simply follow the Common App requirements? Thanks for any insights!

Hi everyone! I've been babysitting for a few families in my community since I was a freshman. I don't want this time commitment to go unnoticed on my college application, so can I list babysitting as …

Hi all, I'm trying to decide between taking AP classes or dual enrollment classes next year. I know both can help with college admissions and potentially earning college credit, but I'm not sure which …

I've written a college essay about a sensitive and potentially controversial topic, but I think it truly reflects my values and experiences. How can I tell if it's too risky or inappropriate to submit …

Hello! I've been trying to research college scholarships, but it's proving to be a little overwhelming. Can anyone recommend resources or strategies for finding scholarships that I may qualify for? An …

I'm feeling a little bit overwhelmed by the whole college process, and I've been looking into financial aid options. How many years does financial aid usually cover for students? I know there may be v …

Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about my college essays. I've heard that admissions officers sometimes don't read the essays, and I'm wondering if that's true. How important are essa …

Hello! I've been hearing a lot about demonstrated interest lately, and I'm a little bit confused. How do colleges track it, and how much does it really matter in the admissions process? I'd appreciate …

Hey guys, I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to think about where I want to live when I go to college. I'm not sure whether I should live on-campus in a dorm or off-campus in an apartment. Wha …

Hi there! I'll be the first person in my family to attend college, and I'm wondering if I should discuss this in my college application. Do you think it could help my chances of getting accepted? Than …