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Hi everyone! I'm starting to brainstorm ideas for my college application essay, and I want to make sure it's unique and memorable. Do you have any tips or suggestions on how to write an essay that sta …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and my school offers both AP classes and dual enrollment options. I'm not sure which one to choose for my senior year. What are the benefits of each and which one do colleges …

Hey, I'm a junior in high school, and I've been looking into honors programs at different colleges. Is it worth it to apply for these programs? What are the benefits, and how competitive are they? Tha …

Greetings! My high school calculates GPAs differently than most, and I'm concerned about how this will be perceived by colleges during the admissions process. Could you please advise me on how to conv …

Hi all! I'm a junior who's starting to think about college applications, and I'm worried that my application isn't well-rounded enough. I have a strong academic record, but my extracurriculars are mos …

Hi guys, I'm a high school junior, and I'm trying to decide whether to take more challenging courses next year. I've heard that colleges like to see rigor on your transcript, but I'm worried that chal …

Hello, I'm a high school junior, and I'm worried about my GPA. I know it's not as high as I'd like it to be, and I'm not sure if it will negatively impact my college applications. CollegeVine, can you …

Hey guys! I'm curious about what factors colleges consider the most when evaluating applicants. Is it GPA, test scores, essays, or something else? I want to make sure I focus on the right things durin …

Hi collegevine, I've held leadership positions in several clubs and organizations throughout high school, and I'd like to showcase these skills in my college applications. Can you offer any advice on …

Hey guys, quick question: is there any point in taking both the ACT and SAT for college apps? Just wondering if it'd help or just be a waste of time. Thanks!

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide if I should visit colleges before applying. Is it important to visit in person, or can I get a good sense of the school through online resources? Any tips …

Hello everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm working on my college applications. I know that a strong personal statement is crucial, but I'm not sure how to make mine stand out. Can anyone share s …

Hey guys, I'm planning some college campus visits and I want to make the most of my time there. What should I look for during my visit, and what questions should I ask to get a better understanding of …

Hello everyone, I'm a junior and I've been homeschooled throughout my high school years. How do colleges view homeschoolers in the admissions process, and are there any specific things I should emphas …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I recently got my SAT/ACT scores back. While my scores are decent, I think I could do better. Should I retake the test to try and improve my scores, or should …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been thinking about where I want to live when I go to college. I know that some students live on campus, while others live off campus, but I'm not sure which option is …

Hey collegevine, I'm considering transferring to a different college after my freshman year. Can you explain how colleges evaluate transfer students and what factors they consider when reviewing appli …

Hi, friends! I'm a junior and I have a bad grade in one of my classes. Will this hurt my chances of getting into a good college? Is there anything I can do to make up for it? Thanks for any help!

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm working on my college essay. I want to write about a difficult personal experience I've had, but I'm not sure how to approach it without sounding too nega …

Hey everyone! With many colleges going test-optional, I'm wondering how important standardized test scores still are for college admissions. Should I still focus on getting a high SAT or ACT score, or …