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Hey guys, I've heard that some colleges really value demonstrated interest, like attending campus visits and info sessions. I wasn't able to visit a few of my top choice schools in person due to COVID …
Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm already feeling anxious about the college application process. I find myself constantly worrying about deadlines, essays, and my chances of getting into my d …
Hello! I'm in the process of researching colleges, but I haven't been able to visit many campuses in person. Can you suggest some ways to get a feel for different schools without physically visiting t …
I've decided on my intended major, but I'm not sure how to find colleges with strong programs in that field. What should I be looking for and are there any resources to help me find the best schools f …
Hi all! I'm a junior, and I'm trying to decide between taking the SAT or the ACT. I know they're both accepted by colleges, but I'm not sure which one would be better for me. I've heard that they test …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I've taken a few AP classes. I'm wondering how colleges view AP classes and scores during the admissions process. Do they care more about the class grade or the exam sco …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I know that we need to get recommendation letters from our teachers for college applications. When is the best time to start asking for these? I don't want to wait too lo …
Hey guys, I'm a little stressed about taking SAT Subject Tests since some colleges have stopped requiring them. Are they still a significant factor in the admissions process? Should I still take them …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm curious about how much my high school's reputation matters in the college admissions process. Will attending a more prestigious high school give me an advantage or d …
Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm trying to figure out if I should take more AP classes next year. I'm worried that they might lower my GPA, though. In the college admissions process, is it b …
Hi! As a junior, I'm trying to understand how colleges evaluate the rigor of my high school curriculum. What factors do they consider, and how can I make sure I'm taking a challenging enough course lo …
Hi all! I'm curious about how involved my parents should be in the college application process. What role should they play, and how can they best support me during this time? Any advice would be appre …
Hi guys, I'm starting to brainstorm ideas for my college essay and I'm having trouble deciding on a topic. How did you choose the best topic for your essay, and what advice do you have for making it s …
Hello, I'm a junior and I'm considering both public and private colleges. What are the main differences between the two, and what factors should I take into account when making my decision? Thanks for …
Hello! I'm a junior in high school and I'll need to start asking for letters of recommendation soon. I'm not sure how to go about choosing the right teachers or how to ask them. Does anyone have any t …
Hi everyone! I'm currently a junior, and I've been feeling a bit stressed about my GPA. I didn't do too well during freshman and sophomore year, but I want to turn things around. Is it too late to imp …
Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I'm working on finalizing my college list. Should I apply to more reach schools or safety schools? How many of each type should I have on my list?
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm wondering how important AP classes are for college admissions. I've taken a few, but I'm not sure if I should take more. Do colleges really care about the number of AP c …
Hello everyone! I'm trying to decide whether I should apply Early Decision or Regular Decision to my top-choice college. What are the pros and cons of each option? How did you all decide which one was …
Hi there, I'm a junior and recently took the SAT, but my score was lower than I hoped. Is it worth retaking the test, or should I focus on other parts of my application? I don't want to waste time if …