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Hey there, I'm a high school junior and I'm planning on visiting some colleges soon. I want to make the most of my visits, so I was wondering what questions I should ask while I'm there. Any suggestio …
Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I'm planning some college visits soon. I want to make sure I get the most out of these visits, but I'm not sure what to look for or what questions to ask. Can anyone give m …
Hey guys! I'm seeing that a lot of colleges are still going test-optional. What's the deal with that? How does it affect the application process? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks!
Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to feel a bit stressed about the SAT. I've heard mixed things about different prep methods and I'm unsure about the best way to study. Can anyone re …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm starting to create my college list. I'm not exactly sure how to research colleges, though. What resources should I use to find out more about each school? Any tips o …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm planning on scheduling some college campus visits soon. What should I be looking for during these visits to help me decide if a college is the right fit for me? Any t …
Hey everyone! I'm planning on taking the SAT in a few months and I'm a little stressed about how to study for it. Can you suggest any resources or study methods that have worked for you? I really want …
Hey all, I'm a junior in high school and starting to think about my college essays. Are there any resources or tips you recommend for writing a strong essay? I want to make sure I'm putting my best fo …
Hello everyone, I'm a junior and I'm starting to research college application platforms like the Common App, Coalition App, and individual college applications. I'm not sure which one is the best to u …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I know that I'll need to ask some of my teachers for letters of recommendation for my college applications. I'm a bit nervous about it and I'm not sure how to …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior who's just starting the college search process, and I've been looking at various college rankings (like US News and Forbes). I'm not sure how much weight I should give to the …
Hey guys, I've been struggling with my college essays lately. I feel like I have interesting ideas, but I'm not sure how to put them into words that will stand out to admissions officers. Any advice o …
Hello, I'm a high school junior, and I've been hearing a lot about Early Decision and Early Action. What are the benefits of applying through these programs, and should I consider them for my top-choi …
Hello everyone! I'll be taking the SAT/ACT soon, and I want to make sure I'm well-prepared. What are the best resources for studying, and how far in advance should I start? Thanks for your help!
I'm starting my scholarship search for college, and there are so many options out there. Does anyone have tips on how to narrow down the search to find scholarships that are the best fit for me?
Hi everyone! I've been involved in music throughout high school, and I'm considering submitting an arts supplement with my college applications. However, I'm not planning on majoring in music. Is it s …
Hi all, I've been considering applying Early Decision or Early Action to some of my top choice schools, but I'm not sure if it's worth it. What are the advantages and disadvantages of applying early? …
Hello collegevine! I'm considering applying to both public and private universities, but I'm not sure if that's a good idea. Are there any drawbacks to applying to both types of schools, or should I f …
Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I'm feeling a bit stressed about standardized testing. I've heard that some colleges require or recommend SAT Subject Tests, but I'm not sure if I need to t …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and due to some personal circumstances, I'm considering getting a GED instead of a high school diploma. I'm worried about how this will affect my chances of getting into co …