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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 …

Hi guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to research colleges, but I'm not sure where to begin. I know there are a lot of resources out there, but I'm not sure which ones are the most helpfu …

Hey, I wanted to know if colleges actually read the 'additional information' section on applications. I have a few things I want to explain (like a grade dip during sophomore year), but I'm not sure i …

Hi everyone! I'm working on my Common App essay, and I want to make sure it stands out among all the other applicants. Any tips on how to make my essay unique and memorable? I'd really appreciate your …

Hey guys, I'm a rising senior and I'm really into neuroscience and planning on going premed in college. I need to work on my extracurriculars this summer, but I'm kinda stuck with finding stuff I can …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I know that some colleges require or recommend interviews as part of the admissions process. Can anyone share some tips for a successful college interview, or what I shou …

Hey guys, I've been stressing a bit about writing my college essays. I want to stand out from the crowd and showcase my personality, but I'm not sure how to do that without sounding cliché. Any tips o …

Hello everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm a little bit stressed about when I should start preparing for the SAT. I want to make sure I have enough time to study and improve my score. Can anyone …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I'm worried about managing my time well during the college application process. I want to make sure I can balance school, extracurriculars, and application …

Hey there! I'm a junior, and I've been hearing about demonstrated interest in the college admissions process. How important is it, and what are some ways I can show my interest in a college? Thanks fo …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I've taken a few classes at my local community college. How do colleges view these classes during the admissions process? Do they consider them as rigorous as AP classes …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I have a lot of extracurricular activities that I'm involved in. I know I can't include them all on my college application, so how do I decide which ones to …

Hey there, I'm a junior and my GPA isn't as high as I'd like it to be. I'm wondering if it's still possible for me to get into a top college. Can anyone share their experiences or give me some advice? …

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to work on my college application essays. I want to make sure my essays stand out and showcase my personality. What are some tips for making my e …

Hello! I'm currently a junior, and I'm trying to figure out my class schedule for next year. Do colleges value AP classes more than regular classes? I don't want to overload myself with too many APs, …

Hi everyone! I'm currently a junior and feeling a bit stressed about choosing a major for college. There are so many options out there, and I'm not sure which one would be the best fit for me. Could a …

Hi guys, I'm a junior and I need to decide whether to take the SAT or ACT. I'm not sure which one would be better for me. How did you decide which test to take, and what factors should I consider? Tha …