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Hello! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide if I'd prefer attending a large or small college. Can anyone provide some insight on the pros and cons of each? I want to make sure I choose the right envi …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior, and I've been considering applying to some smaller colleges. Can anyone share some of the benefits of attending a smaller school over a larger one? I'd appreciate any input. …

Hi all! I'm a junior and I've been really stressing out about the college application process. My grades and test scores are solid, but I feel like I need to do something more to stand out. What are s …

Hey, I'm a junior in high school, and I've been thinking about who I should ask for letters of recommendation for my college applications. How important are these letters in the admissions process? Al …

Hey folks! I'm a high school junior, and I'm considering attending a community college before transferring to a four-year university. What are the benefits of doing this, and how can it affect my coll …

Hello everyone! I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with the college application process and I'm looking for some guidance. What resources are available to help me navigate the process and improve my chance …

Hey guys, I recently took the SAT/ACT and my score is pretty average. I'm wondering if it's worth it to retake the test in hopes of improving my score, or if I should focus on other aspects of my appl …

Hey everyone! I'm planning to take the SAT or ACT soon, and I want to make sure I'm well-prepared. What are some tips or resources you've found helpful for studying? I'd appreciate any advice you can …

Hello! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about the college application process. I know there are deadlines for everything, but I'm wondering how flexible these deadlines are. If something unexpe …

Hello! I've been considering taking a gap year before starting college, but I'm not sure if it's the right decision for me. What are the pros and cons of taking a gap year? How do colleges view gap ye …

Hi, I'm a junior who's a bit stressed about college applications. My freshman year wasn't the best academically, and I'm worried it might hurt my chances of getting into a good college. What can I do …

Hello, I hope everyone is doing well! I'd like to get a head start on my college essays, but I'm not sure which ones I can begin working on before the application season officially begins. Can anyone …

Hey guys! I've taken a few AP and IB courses, and I'm wondering if my scores on the exams can earn me college credit. Do most colleges accept these scores for credit, or does it vary by school? Thanks …

Hi, guys! I've heard that some colleges look at applicants' social media accounts during the admissions process. Is this true? Should I be worried about what I post online? Thanks for any insight!

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm trying to get a better understanding of how colleges evaluate GPA. My school calculates both a weighted and unweighted GPA, and I'm not sure which one …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school, and I'm starting to think about college applications. I want to make sure I don't make any serious mistakes that could hurt my chances of getting into a good …

Hi all! I'm a high school junior and I'm a bit stressed about my standardized test scores. I was wondering how important they are in the college admissions process, especially for selective schools. D …

Hey, guys! I've heard that showing demonstrated interest and visiting colleges can help with admissions. Is this true? How important are these factors? Thanks for any advice!

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I want to make the most of my summer before senior year. What are some productive things I can do to improve my college application? Any ideas or suggestions would be apprec …

Hi guys! I'm trying to decide whether to apply to in-state or out-of-state colleges. What are some factors I should consider when making this decision, and how might it affect my college experience? A …