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Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and I'm wondering if it's worth applying for financial aid even if my family's income is on the higher side. Is there a chance I could still receive some aid, or am I bette …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm feeling a bit lost in the college search process. How did you guys find the right college for you? What factors should I consider when making a decision? CollegeVine …
Hi all! I'm a junior and I'm interested in showing my top choice college that I'm really excited about the possibility of attending. However, I'm unable to visit the campus. What are some other ways I …
Hello everyone! I'm a junior and I've been thinking about what to write for my college essay. I have a topic in mind, but it's a bit controversial. Do you think it's okay to write about something like …
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I've been researching colleges. I've come across some that don't require test scores for admission. Is it worth applying to these schools, even if my SAT or ACT scores are d …
Hi everyone! I'm an international student who's planning to apply to colleges in the US. I know that financial aid can be more limited for international students, but I'm curious about what options ar …
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I want to make sure my college application is as strong as possible. Are there any general tips or suggestions for creating a strong application? I'd really appreciate any g …
Hello! I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to think about college majors. The problem is, I'm not exactly sure what I want to major in yet. How should I approach this when applying to colleges? …
I've heard that colleges like to see students challenging themselves, but I'm worried that taking harder classes might lower my GPA. Is it better to have a high GPA or take challenging courses? Thanks …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm starting to look at colleges. I want to find a college that's the right fit for me, but I'm not sure how to do that. What are some things I should consider when trying to f …
Hey collegevine, I'm a junior in high school and I'm interested in getting involved in research opportunities to enhance my college applications. How can I find research opportunities in my area, and …
Hello! I'm a high school junior and I've started researching the college application process. I know that Early Decision can be a great way to show your commitment to a school, but I'm wondering if I …
Hi all! I'm starting to work on my college essays, and I'm struggling with the 'Why this college?' essay. What are some tips for writing a compelling essay that shows my genuine interest in the school …
Hi there! I'm currently working on my college application essay, but I'm struggling to make it stand out. How can I make my essay more personal and engaging so that it captures the attention of the ad …
Hi all, I've been wondering if college admissions officers actually fact-check the information applicants provide on their applications. Do they verify things like extracurriculars, awards, and test s …
Hey everyone! I'm trying to decide whether to take more challenging classes and risk a lower GPA or take easier classes and maintain a higher GPA. Which one do colleges value more? Thanks for any advi …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm working on my college list. I've heard of people applying to 20+ colleges, but that seems like a lot. Is it possible to apply to too many colleges? How many should I aim fo …
Hi all, I'm a high school junior and I'm not sure whether I should take the SAT or ACT. I've heard that some colleges prefer one over the other, but I'm not sure if that's true. What factors should I …
Hello collegevine, I'm a junior in high school, and I have some additional materials (like a portfolio of my artwork and writing) that I think could help showcase my talents and interests. Can I submi …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I feel like my extracurriculars are a bit lacking. What are some good activities to get involved in that will look impressive on my college applications? I'm open to any …