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Hi everyone, I'm a junior in high school and I had a rough freshman year, but my grades have steadily improved since then. I'm wondering if colleges will take this upward trend into consideration when …

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to prepare for college interviews. What are some tips for making a strong, positive impression on my interviewer? Thanks for any suggestions!

I know that colleges value leadership, but I'm not sure how to showcase my leadership skills on my college application. What are some ways I can demonstrate leadership in my activities and essays? Tha …

Hello everyone! I like to think I have a pretty good sense of humor, and I was wondering if it's okay to incorporate it into my college essay. Is humor generally well-received, or should I stick to a …

Hi guys! I'm a junior, and as I research colleges, I keep seeing different rankings for schools. How important are these rankings when it comes to choosing where to apply? Should I focus more on findi …

Hey everyone! I'm starting to work on my supplemental essays for college applications, and I want to make sure they're strong and well-written. What tips do you have for writing effective supplemental …

Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior and I have a question about college admissions. Is it better to have a high GPA with easier classes, or a slightly lower GPA with a more rigorous course schedule …

Hi there! I'm a junior and I'm already feeling the pressure of balancing school work and the upcoming college application process. I want to make sure I'm staying on top of everything without getting …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I've been thinking about applying Early Decision to my top-choice college. However, I'm not sure if it's the right move for me. What factors should I consider when deciding …

Hi all! I'm a high school junior and I'm considering my options for the summer before senior year. I'm not sure if I should try to find a job or apply for an internship. Which one would look better on …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've been thinking about who I want to write my letters of recommendation for college applications. When should I start asking my teachers and other potential recommender …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm considering taking a gap year after high school. I was wondering if taking a gap year would hurt my chances of getting into college, or if it's something colleges are ge …

Hello! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm trying to budget for the college application process. Between application fees, test fees, and other expenses, I'm not sure how much it's all going to cost. …

Hey friends, I'm a high school junior and I'm feeling a bit stressed about the college search process. I've researched so many schools and I'm having a hard time narrowing down my options. How did you …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I'm planning to visit some colleges soon. What should I be looking for during my visits and what factors should I consider when deciding if a college is a …

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior and I want to visit some colleges before I start applying. What's the best way to approach college visits and what should I look for when I'm on campus? Any tips …

Hi all! I'm going into my senior year and I want to make the most of this summer to boost my college application. What are some things I can do during the summer to improve my application? Any suggest …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been trying to decide whether to take the SAT or ACT for my college applications. I've heard that some people find one test easier than the other, bu …

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm starting to work on my college applications. I'm a bit overwhelmed by all the different deadlines and requirements. How can I keep track of everything and make sure I don't …

Hello! I want to write about a personal failure I experienced and how it helped me grow, but I'm worried that it might reflect poorly on me. Is it okay to discuss failure in a college essay, or should …