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Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about applying to colleges. I'm considering applying early, but I'm not sure if I should choose Early Decision or Early Action. Can anyone explain t …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've been thinking about the whole college application process. I know essays play a big role in admissions, so when do you think is the best time to start writing them? …
Hey all, I'm a junior in high school and I've been researching colleges online, but I haven't had the chance to visit any campuses in person. Is it necessary to visit colleges before applying, or can …
Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I've been trying to figure out whether I should apply to public or private colleges. What are the main differences, and how can I decide which one is the better fit for me? …
Hello! I'm currently a junior in high school and I'm starting to think about college applications. I've heard that applying Early Action can have some benefits, but I'm not sure if it's the right choi …
Hello! I'm a junior and I've been stressing over my class rank. I know it's a factor in college admissions, but I'm not sure how much it really matters. Can anyone shed some light on this? Any advice …
Hey there! I'm a high school junior, and I'm still unsure about what I want to major in. Is it okay to apply to colleges as undecided, or is it better to choose a major beforehand? Any advice would be …
Hey guys, I'm a high school junior, and I want to make sure my college applications are as strong as possible. What are some common mistakes to avoid in the application process? Any tips or advice on …
Hey guys, I'm a junior starting to think about college finances. I know I'll need financial aid and scholarships to help cover the costs, but I'm not sure where to begin. Can anyone give me some advic …
Hey everyone! I was just wondering, how much weight do colleges put on extracurricular activities when reviewing applications? I'm a junior and I've been involved in several clubs and sports, but I'm …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I've been researching financial aid for college. Should I still apply for financial aid even if I don't think I'll qualify? Is there any harm in applying? Thanks for any …
Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to think about the college application process. I know that grades and test scores are important, but what other factors do colleges consider wh …
Hey everyone! I'm considering taking a few online classes next year, but I'm not sure if colleges view them as less rigorous than traditional classes. Do colleges view online courses differently? I do …
Hello everyone! I'm a junior who's been wondering if colleges take into account the rigor of my high school when evaluating my application. My school is known for being very challenging academically, …
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to research financial aid options for college. Can you give me an overview of the different types of financial aid available and any tips on applying for them? …
Hey everyone! I'm a current high school junior, and I'll be the first in my family to attend college. I've heard that being a first-generation student can sometimes give you a little boost in the admi …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and I'm trying to decide whether to take the SAT or the ACT. I've heard that some colleges prefer one test over the other, but I'm not sure if that's true. Can anyone provi …
Hi everyone! I'm a little bit stressed about asking my teachers for letters of recommendation. I've heard that they can make a big difference in the admissions process. What are some strategies I can …
Hi everyone, I've been considering taking a gap year before starting college to gain some real-world experience. Do colleges look down on gap years or will it hurt my chances of admission later on?
Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I've started researching colleges. I've heard that demonstrating interest in a college can potentially improve your chances of admission. What are some effective ways to …