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Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm feeling really stressed about balancing school, extracurriculars, and the upcoming college application process. Can anyone give me some tips on how to manage my time …
Hey there! I'm a junior and I'm really passionate about a specific subject. I want to make sure that comes across in my college application. How can I effectively demonstrate my passion and commitment …
Hey, I'm a junior looking for a fun summer activity that can also help my college apps. I'm into art and run track. Any ideas? Thanks!
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'm considering attending a community college before transferring to a four-year university. What are the benefits of going this route, and how does the transfer process …
Hi there, I'm a high school junior, and I'm in the process of researching colleges. I'm a bit overwhelmed by all the information out there. CollegeVine, can you give me some tips on how to effectively …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about applying for financial aid. Does applying for financial aid have any effect on my chances of getting admitted to a college? If so, what can I …
Hey friends! I'm a junior and I've been thinking about the recommendation letters I'll need for my college applications. Do you have any tips on how to maintain good relationships with teachers so tha …
Hello everyone, I am currently a junior in high school and have started to think about my college applications. I must admit that my freshman year was not my strongest academically, and I am concerned …
Hey everyone! I'm starting to make a list of colleges to apply to, but I'm not sure which factors I should take into consideration. What are some important things to keep in mind when creating a balan …
Hi guys, I'm a junior and I'm a little bit stressed about my extracurriculars. I've heard that they're a crucial part of the college application process, but I'm not sure if I have enough or if they'r …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide which classes to take next year. Is it better for college admissions to have a high GPA in easier classes or a lower GPA in more challenging classes? Th …
Hey guys, I keep hearing about high school students doing research at labs, but I don't get it. Like, why would a lab let someone with no experience come in and work with them? How do these students e …
Hi everyone! I'm starting to think about my college essays, and I want to make sure they're top-notch. What tips do you have for writing a compelling and unique essay that will stand out to admissions …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about my college applications. I'm not sure how many colleges I should apply to. What's a good number to aim for? Any advice is appreciated, thanks!
Hello! I've heard mixed opinions about the importance of letters of recommendation. How important are they really in the college admissions process? Should I be stressing about getting good ones? Than …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'll be starting my college applications soon. I know the personal statement is a crucial part of the application, but I'm not sure what to focus on. Can anyone give me …
Hello, I'm in the process of completing my college applications and I need some advice on describing my extracurricular activities. I have a 150-character limit for each description, and I'm not sure …
Hey there! I've been stressing about my SAT and ACT scores and I'm wondering how much weight colleges actually put on them. Are they as important as everyone says they are, or do colleges consider oth …
Hello everyone! I'm a junior and I'm worried that my extracurricular activities might not be impressive enough for the top colleges I'm considering. How can I gauge if my activities are competitive en …
Hey all! I'm planning to take the SAT/ACT soon, and I was just wondering how important these test scores are in the college admissions process. Should I be really worried if my scores aren't super hig …