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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 …
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I want to make sure I'm doing everything I can to strengthen my college application. I'm involved in a few extracurriculars and my grades are decent, but I'm not sure what e …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've been stressing about picking a major before applying to college. Is it necessary to have a major decided beforehand, or can I figure it out once I'm enrolled? Any ad …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm starting to think about what I want to major in when I go to college. What factors should I consider when choosing a major? I'm a bit overwhelmed and …
Hi guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm already starting to feel stressed about the college application process. How do you handle the stress and stay organized? Are there any tips or resources that …