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Hello everyone! I'm a junior and I'm passionate about art. I have a strong art portfolio, but I'm planning on majoring in something else. Can I still submit my art portfolio as part of my college appl …
Hey guys, I'm researching colleges and trying to figure out which ones are need-blind. Is there a specific way to determine if a college is need-blind, and how important is this factor when applying t …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about which colleges to apply to. I'm wondering if it's better to attend a college with a really strong program in my major or to go for a more prestig …
Hi everyone! Due to the pandemic, I haven't been able to visit any college campuses. I want to show my interest in certain schools, but I'm not sure how to do that without visiting. Any advice on how …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I just took my first SAT and scored a 1250. I'm stressing out about whether or not I have enough time to improve my score before applications are due. Do you think it's poss …
Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I was wondering how much my high school course load will impact my college admissions chances. I've taken a mix of honors and AP classes, but I'm concerned that it might no …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I've been looking into summer programs to help boost my college applications. Are these programs actually important, or should I focus on other activities during the summ …
Hello, I'm currently a junior and I'm trying to decide on my classes for senior year. I'm wondering if it's better to take more AP classes and potentially get a B, or take regular classes and get an A …
Hi guys! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been feeling a bit overwhelmed with the college application process. I know there are a lot of resources out there, but I'm not sure where to start. Can …
Hey guys! I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to think about college applications. I want to make sure I do everything right, so I'm wondering if there are any common mistakes I should avoid. …
Hi all! I'm starting to look into scholarships to help pay for college, but I'm not sure how to make my application stand out. What can I do to improve my chances of receiving scholarships? Any tips o …
Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I've been brainstorming ideas for my college essay. I have a topic in mind, but it might be considered controversial. Is it a bad idea to write about something controversia …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior interested in pursuing a STEM major in college. What should I consider when choosing a college for STEM? Are there specific programs or resources I should look for? Thanks f …
Hey guys! I'm looking into financial aid stuff, and I keep seeing the FAFSA and CSS Profile mentioned. What's the main difference between these two, and why do I need to know about both? Any info you …
Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I'm looking to get more involved in extracurricular activities to boost my college application. What are some good activities that will help me stand out to college admissi …
Hello! I'm starting to think about which colleges I want to apply to next year, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. There are so many options! Can anyone give me some guidance on what factors I should …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm planning some college visits over the next few months. What are some tips for getting the most out of these visits, and what should I look for while I'm …
Hello! As a junior, I'm starting to think about where I want to apply for college, but there are so many options! How did you all decide which schools to apply to? Are there any factors I should consi …
Hey everyone! I've heard that having a 'hook' can really help your chances of getting into a top college. How important is it to have a hook, and what are some examples of hooks? Is it necessary to ha …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior who's really into photography, and I'm thinking about submitting an arts supplement with my college applications. However, I don't plan on majoring in art. Is it still worth …