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Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about what I want to study in college. I have a few interests, but I'm not sure how to choose a major. What should I consider when making this deci …

Hi all! I'm a bit stressed about how to balance college applications with my commitments during senior year. Do you have any tips on how to manage my time effectively and ensure I don't fall behind in …

Hi everyone! I recently took the SAT/ACT, and while my score isn't terrible, I think I could do better. I'm wondering if it's worth retaking the test to try to improve my score. Is it a good idea, or …

Hey everyone! I'm really hoping to get into a highly competitive college, but I'm worried about standing out among all the other applicants. What can I do to make my application unique and memorable? …

Hello! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm starting to think about what type of college I'd like to attend. I'm torn between attending a large university or a small liberal arts college. What are the …

Hello! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been hearing about college interviews. How important are these interviews in the admissions process, and what can I do to prepare for them? Any advice woul …

Hi there! I'm a junior in high school and I've started thinking about what I want in a college. There are so many factors to consider, like location, size, and programs offered. How can I narrow down …

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I know that college admissions can be incredibly competitive. I'm wondering what I can do to stand out among all the other applicants, especially for top-ti …

Hi all! I'm a junior starting to think about college applications and I'm a little bit stressed about the Common App essay. What's the best way to approach writing it? Should I focus on a specific eve …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I've heard that some high schools have better reputations than others when it comes to college admissions. How much does my high school's reputation actually matter in t …

Hello! I'm a junior and I recently took the SAT (or ACT) and scored above the average for the colleges I'm interested in. Should I retake the test to try and get an even higher score, or should I be s …

Hello everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to think about my senior year course schedule. I want to make sure I'm taking classes that will help my college applications stand out. Do co …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about applying for financial aid. I've heard that some colleges might be less likely to accept students who need financial assistance. Is this true, an …

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm trying to figure out how to make my college application stand out among the rest. Any tips or advice on what I can do to be unique? Thanks for any help you can offer!

Hey everyone! I'm a little confused about the difference between the Common App and the Coalition App. Which one should I use for my college applications? Are there any advantages to using one over th …

Hello! I'm starting to work on my college applications, and I'm wondering how important the personal statement is. How much weight do colleges typically give to the personal statement, and what should …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've taken the SAT/ACT once already. My score is decent, but I'm wondering if I should retake it to try for a higher score. How do I know if it's worth the time and effor …

Hello! I'm a junior and I'll need to ask for letters of recommendation soon. How do I decide which teachers to ask? Should I choose based on the subject, my performance in their class, or my relations …

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm starting to look into scholarships for college. I know that some colleges offer their own scholarships, but I'm not sure how to find out about these opportunities. Can anyo …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm starting to worry that I don't have enough extracurriculars to make my application stand out. Is it too late for me to join some clubs or activities now? Thanks in a …