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Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to research college requirements. I've heard about SAT Subject Tests, but I'm not sure if all colleges require them or if they're optional. Can anyo …
Hello! I'm currently a junior and I've been dreaming of getting into a top university. My GPA and test scores are pretty good, but I'm not sure if it's enough. What else can I do to improve my chances …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm considering taking some AP courses next year. However, I'm worried that they might lower my GPA if I don't do well. Should I still take them, or should I stick to reg …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I want to make sure my college applications stand out. I have good grades and extracurriculars, but I'm worried it's not enough. What can I do to make my application mor …
Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I'm wondering if taking AP classes is necessary for getting into a good college. I'm taking a few honors classes, but I'm not sure if I should also try to take some AP cour …
Hey friends! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to research colleges to determine which ones would be the best fit for me. I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the information out there. How do you guys g …
Hi all! I'm a junior who loves art and photography, and I'm wondering if I can submit a creative portfolio to showcase my talents during the application process. Can anyone tell me which colleges acce …
Hello, I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to work on my college applications. I want to avoid common mistakes that might hurt my chances of getting accepted. CollegeVine, can you share some co …
Hi guys! I'm a junior and I've taken the SAT once, but I wasn't happy with my score. What are some tips for improving my standardized test scores, and how can I best prepare for my next attempt? Any r …
Hey guys! I'm working on my college list and I'm not sure how many reach and safety schools to include. I want to make sure I have a good chance of getting into at least one school, but I also don't w …
Hi there! I'm a junior in high school, and I feel like my application is pretty average. What can I do to make my college application stand out from the rest? I'd appreciate any advice or tips you guy …
Hey guys! I'm thinking about maybe taking a gap year after high school, but I can't decide if it's a good idea or not. What do you think? Any pros and cons you can share from your own experiences? Tha …
Hello everyone, I am currently a junior in high school and have started to think about my college applications. As I begin to compile a list of my extracurricular activities, I am wondering if I shoul …
Hey everyone! I've been researching colleges and I'm trying to figure out if a certain college would be a good fit for me academically. What should I be looking for in terms of academics and resources …
Hey guys! I'm a junior, and my school doesn't offer many AP classes. I'm worried that this will hurt my chances of getting into a good college. Is it possible to still get into a decent college withou …
As a junior, I feel like everyone around me already knows what they want to study in college, but I'm still unsure. Will this hurt my chances of getting into a good college? Thanks in advance for the …
Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior and I'm wondering if I can submit additional materials, like a portfolio or writing samples, with my college application. Is this allowed? Will it help my chance …
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I want to make the most of my senior year, both academically and socially. What are some things I should focus on to make my last year of high school the best it can be? I'd …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior, and I'm starting to look into scholarships to help pay for college. There are so many options, and I'm feeling a little overwhelmed. Does anyone have any recommendations for …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm wondering how important my GPA is for college admissions. I know it's a factor, but how much weight does it carry compared to other aspects of my application, like …