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Hi collegevine, I've taken several AP and honors courses throughout high school, and I've maintained a pretty good GPA. However, I'm worried that colleges might not take the rigor of my coursework int …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've decided to take the ACT instead of the SAT. I was wondering if you could share some tips or resources for preparing for the test. What worked best for you? Thanks in ad …

I'm feeling really stressed about the whole college application process. How do you guys manage your stress and stay focused on your goals? Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

Hey collegevine! I've been participating in a few clubs and activities throughout high school, but I'm not sure if I've done enough. How much weight do colleges put on extracurriculars? Should I try t …

Hi collegevine, I recently took the SAT/ACT and scored relatively high, but I'm wondering if it's worth retaking the test to try for an even higher score. Would this improve my chances of getting into …

Hey everyone! I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed trying to balance my school work, extracurriculars, and college applications. How do you guys manage your time and stay organized during this process? Any t …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to put together my college resume. I'm not sure what I should include or how to format it. Can you give me some guidance on what to include and any tips on …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to research colleges, but I'm unable to visit many of them in person. What are some other ways I can get a feel for the campus and the overall vibe of the sc …

Hi everyone, I've seen a lot of college rankings online and I'm wondering how much I should take them into consideration when choosing where to apply. Are college rankings really that important? Thank …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I've been doing some research on college applications, but I'm still a bit confused about the role that extracurriculars play in the admissions process. I have a few clu …

Hi everyone, I recently took the SAT and scored a 1350. I'm wondering if I should retake it to try for a higher score. Is it worth the time and effort, or should I focus on other parts of my applicati …

Hello collegevine, I didn't do very well academically during my freshman and sophomore years, but I've been working hard to improve my grades during my junior year. Will colleges view this upward tren …

Hey everyone! I'm a homeschooled junior and I'm wondering how colleges view applicants like me. Are there any specific things I should focus on or be aware of during the application process? Thanks fo …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior who's starting to look at the Common App, and I want to make sure I don't make any mistakes that could hurt my chances of admission. What are some common errors or pitfalls …

Hey guys! I'm a little bit stressed about the whole college application process, especially the essay part. I want to make sure I have enough time to write a great essay, so I'm wondering when is the …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior trying to figure out the college admissions process. I know grades and test scores are important, but what other factors do colleges look at when reviewing applications? Are …

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior and starting to put together my college list. I'm struggling to determine which schools should be considered safety, target, and reach schools. Can anyone offer …

Hey guys, I've always dreamed of going to an Ivy League school, but I'm not sure if I have a shot. My GPA is 4.0, and I have a 1450 SAT score. I'm also involved in some clubs and volunteer work. Is it …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior who's trying to decide whether to apply for financial aid. I've heard that applying for aid can sometimes hurt your chances of admission, especially at need-aware schools. H …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior trying to balance my course load. Is it better to have a high GPA with easier classes or a slightly lower GPA with more challenging classes? I want to make sure I'm doing wha …