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Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'm starting to research colleges. I know that financial aid is an important factor for me, so I want to make sure I apply to schools with good financial aid packages. Wh …
Hey guys, I'm a little stressed about the possibility of not getting into my dream school. If it happens, how do you deal with the disappointment and move forward? I would really appreciate any advice …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior, and I've heard that applying to college early can have some benefits. What are the advantages of applying early, and are there any downsides? Should I consider Early Action …
Hi there! I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with managing schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and college applications. How did you all find a balance between these responsibilities during your junior …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I've been thinking about attending community college before transferring to a four-year college. What are the benefits of this route, and are there any drawbacks I shoul …
Hello! I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to think about how I'm going to pay for college. I know there are scholarships and grants, but I'm not sure what other financial aid options are ava …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I have a dream college that I would love to attend. I've heard that applying Early Decision can increase my chances of getting in, but I'm not sure if that's true or jus …
Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I've heard that having a strong relationship with your college counselor can be really helpful during the college application process. What are some ways to build …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm torn between two possible majors for college. How did you all decide on your major, and do you have any advice for me? I'm worried that choosing the wrong major could impac …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm trying to figure out if colleges prefer students who have a well-rounded application or those who demonstrate a focused interest in one particular area. …
Hi! So I'm a high school junior, and I've heard that colleges sometimes look at your social media accounts during the admissions process. Is this true? If so, should I be worried about the content on …
Hi collegevine, I'm a little bit stressed about my GPA. I'm a high school junior and I didn't do very well in my freshman and sophomore years. However, I recently took the SAT and scored really high. …
Hi! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about the financial aspect of college. Do I need to apply for financial aid before submitting college applications, or can I do it afterwards? I'm a bit conf …
Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior and I've been wondering about SAT Subject Tests. I know that many colleges have gone test-optional due to the pandemic, but are Subject Tests still important? Sho …
Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I'm trying to decide whether to take the SAT, the ACT, or both. Is it beneficial to take both tests, or should I focus on one and aim for a high score? How do coll …
Hi all, I'm having a tough time deciding whether to attend an in-state or out-of-state college. What are the pros and cons of each, and how can I determine which one is the best fit for me? Thanks for …
Hello! I'm a high school junior looking for ways to help pay for college. I know there are a lot of scholarships out there, but I'm not sure where to find them or how to apply. Do you have any suggest …
Hello! I'm a junior and I have a long list of colleges that I'm interested in. I know I need to narrow it down, but I'm struggling to figure out how. What criteria should I use to decide which college …
Hi everyone! I'm currently a high school junior and I've been researching the college application process quite a bit. I've seen some conflicting information on the importance of SAT Subject Tests. Do …
Hello, I'm a junior, and I've been looking into the QuestBridge National College Match program. I'm considering applying through QuestBridge, but I'm not sure if it's the best option for me. What are …