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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 …

Hello! I'm starting to visit colleges soon, and I want to make sure I get the most out of each visit. What should I be looking for or asking during these tours? Any advice would be greatly appreciated …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior and starting to feel overwhelmed with schoolwork, extracurriculars, and now the college application process. Does anyone have tips on how to manage all of these responsibi …

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm working on my college list. I know it's important to have a safety school, but I'm not sure what factors to consider when selecting one. Can anyone give me some advice on w …

Hello all! I'm a high school junior and I'm considering applying Early Decision to a couple of colleges. Is it possible to apply to more than one college ED, or am I limited to just one? Thanks for yo …

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Hey collegevine! I'm a junior, and I've been hearing about the FAFSA and CSS Profile for financial aid. What is the difference between these two forms, and do I need to complete both? When should I st …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I keep hearing people talk about the Common App. Can someone explain what it is and how it works? Is it required for all colleges? Thanks in advance!

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I've been thinking a lot about what I want to study in college. I know it's not necessary to decide on a major before applying, but I feel like it could help me na …

Hi guys! As a junior in high school, I'm starting to think about what I want to study in college. I have a few interests, but I'm not sure which major would be the best fit for me. What factors should …

Hey guys, quick question. I don't have a ton of awards or honors from high school, and I'm wondering if this is gonna mess up my college apps. Can I still get into a decent college without all those s …

Hello everyone, I'm a junior and I've recently found my top-choice college. I know that applying early can increase my chances of getting in, but I'm not sure whether I should apply early action or ea …

Hey guys, I'm starting to think about my college essays and I'm not sure what to write about. What are colleges looking for in an essay? Are there any topics I should avoid? Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to make my college list. What factors should I consider when deciding which colleges to apply to? Thanks for the help!

Hi all, I'm a junior in high school and I'm planning some college visits soon. How can I make the most out of these visits? What should I pay attention to and what questions should I ask? Thanks for y …

Hi all! I'm a junior and I'm trying to figure out the best balance between academics and extracurriculars. Is it better to have a high GPA with fewer extracurriculars or a slightly lower GPA with more …

Hi there! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about college interviews. I'm not sure how to prepare and I want to make sure I make a good impression. Can anyone give me some tips on how to prepare …