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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 …
Hello! I'm feeling a bit stressed trying to balance my schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and college applications. Do you have any tips on how to manage my time effectively and stay on top of ev …
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 …
Hi, I'm a junior at a small high school that doesn't offer many AP classes. Is it still worth it for me to take the few that are available, or should I focus on other things like extracurriculars to s …
Hey guys! I recently took the SAT/ACT and got a decent score, but I'm wondering if I should retake it to try and get an even better score. Is it worth the time and effort? Will it make a significant d …
Hello collegevine, I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to research different types of colleges. I'm not sure if I should focus on small liberal arts colleges or larger universities. What are …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I've been thinking about whether I should consider attending an out-of-state college. I'm not sure if it's worth the extra cost and effort. Can someone provide some guid …