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Hi everyone! I'm aiming for some highly competitive colleges, and I'd love to hear any tips on how to improve my chances of getting in. What can I do to stand out and make my application shine? Thanks …
Hey guys! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm starting to prepare for the SAT/ACT. I've heard mixed opinions about how important these tests are for college admissions. Can anyone provide some insigh …
Hi! I'm currently a junior, and I'm trying to decide between taking AP classes or enrolling in some dual enrollment courses at a nearby community college. Which one do you think would be more benefici …
Hi there! I'm a junior starting to think about college applications, and I'm a little confused about the difference between Early Decision and Early Action. I know they both involve applying early, bu …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior interested in studying computer science in college, but I'm not the best at math. How strong of a math background do I need for a computer science major? Will I be at a disa …
Hi! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to feel a bit overwhelmed by the college application process. I know there are resources out there to help, but I'm not sure where to find them or which ones are the …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and starting to think about what I want to major in. What factors should I consider when choosing a major? How do I know what's the best fit for me? Any advice or personal ex …
Hey there! I'm a high school junior, and I'm trying to figure out the ideal balance of reach, target, and safety schools on my college list. What do you think is a good ratio? Any advice would be grea …
Hi all! I've heard that some colleges consider demonstrated interest when making admissions decisions. I'm curious about how much weight this factor carries and whether it's worth my time to attend co …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide between taking easier classes and maintaining a high GPA, or taking harder classes and potentially getting a lower GPA. Which one would look better t …
Hey guys, so I'm starting to work on my college applications and I'm kind of stuck on what to write about in my personal statement. I want it to be unique and something that will make me stand out fro …
Hey collegevine community! I'm a junior in high school and I've been wondering about how important my class rank is when it comes to college admissions. Does my class rank play a big role in the admis …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I've been wondering about the importance of community service in college admissions. I've participated in a few volunteer activities, but I'm not sure if that's enough. H …
Hey there! I've been hearing about college interviews and I'm not sure how important they are in the admissions process. Should I be preparing for them? Any advice would be appreciated!
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm wondering how important it is to visit colleges before applying. Is it worth the time and effort, or can I get a good sense of a school without visiting?
Hello, I'm a junior, and I'm a little bit stressed about when to start writing my college essay. I want to make sure I have enough time to write a great essay, but I'm not sure when to begin. Any advi …
Hi all! I'm planning on visiting some colleges this year, and I want to make sure I get the most out of these visits. What should I do during the visit, and what questions should I ask to get a better …
Hey everyone! I'm starting to think about the college application process and I'm wondering how to approach college essays. What are some tips for brainstorming and writing a strong essay? Thanks for …
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to get nervous about the college application process. With so many amazing applicants out there, how can I make my application stand out? I'd love to hear any t …
Hello everyone! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide between taking AP or Dual Enrollment classes next year. What are the pros and cons of each? I'd appreciate any advice or personal experiences. Tha …