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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 …
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 …