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Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about what I want to major in when I go to college. I have a lot of interests, but I'm not sure which one to focus on. How did you decide on a majo …
Hello, I'm a high school junior, and I've been wondering how much demonstrated financial need plays a role in college admissions. Will it hurt my chances of getting accepted if I need a lot of financi …
Hey! I've heard that some students include their social media accounts in their college applications to showcase their interests and accomplishments. Is this something you would recommend, and if so, …
Hi all! I'm a high school 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 which one would be the best fit for me as a major. How did yo …
Hi all, I'm a high school junior and I recently took the SAT/ACT but my scores were lower than I had hoped. I'm wondering if it's worth it to retake the test to try to improve my score, or if I should …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior interested in STEM, but I also have a passion for photography. I was wondering if it's possible to submit an arts supplement to colleges even if I'm not applying for an arts …
Hello everyone, as a junior, I'm starting to think about what I want to major in. What factors should I consider when making this decision? I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed and would appreciate any guida …
Hey, I'm a junior with a not-so-great GPA, but I've got a bunch of extracurriculars. Can those make up for my low GPA when applying to colleges? What do you think?
Hey everyone, I've been wondering how colleges view applicants who excel in a specific area compared to those who are well-rounded. I've heard mixed opinions, so I'd love to hear your thoughts and exp …
Hello, I'm a junior and I'm worried about how to pay for college. How do I go about asking for financial aid? What information do I need to provide, and are there any deadlines I should be aware of? T …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about who I should ask for letters of recommendation for my college applications. What's the best way to approach teachers or other adults and ask for …
Hi all! I'm a junior and I've had my heart set on a certain college for years. However, I know there's a chance I might not get in. What should I do if I don't get accepted? How can I cope with the di …
Hi there! I've heard that applying Early Decision to a college can increase my chances of getting accepted, but I'm not sure if that's true or just a myth. Can anyone provide some insight on this? I'm …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I want to start working on my college application essays. Where can I find the latest essay prompts, and are there any resources that can help me brainstorm and write compel …
Hey guys! I'm trying to plan my senior year courses, and I'm wondering if it's better to take easier classes and maintain a high GPA or take more challenging classes and potentially have a lower GPA. …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about the financial aspect of college applications. I'm not sure if I should apply for financial aid or not. What factors should I consider when making …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'll need to ask my teachers for recommendation letters soon. What's the best way to approach them and make sure they write a strong letter?
Hi! I'm starting to think about my college applications, and I'm a bit stressed about my personal essay. What are some tips for writing a unique and compelling essay that will make me stand out? Are t …
Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I'm starting to research financial aid options. I've heard that some people apply for financial aid even if they think they won't qualify, just in case. Is this a good idea …
Hey, I'm trying to decide whether I should apply to larger universities or smaller colleges. Can you provide some insight into the pros and cons of each? I want to make the best decision for my future …