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Hey! I'm a junior, and I've been hearing a lot about Early Decision and how it can improve your chances of getting into your dream school. I'm not sure if it's the right choice for me, though. What fa …
Hello, I'm currently a junior and I'm starting to create my college list. I'm not sure what factors to consider when choosing which schools to apply to. Can someone provide some guidance on what I sho …
Hey there, I'm a junior and I'm worried about how my family's financial situation will affect my college admissions chances. How much does demonstrated financial need play a role in the decision-makin …
Hey guys, I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to think about how to choose a college that aligns with my career goals. What factors should I consider when researching schools? How can I find …
Hey all! I'm a junior and I'm aiming for some top-tier colleges. What can I do to make my application stand out among the many others they receive? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Hi all! I'm a high school junior, and I've been attending college fairs to learn more about different schools. I want to make the most of these events, but I'm not sure what questions I should be aski …
Hey, I'm a junior trying to plan my schedule for next year, and I'm not sure how many AP classes I should take. I want to challenge myself, but I also don't want to get overwhelmed. What's a good numb …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I've been involved in a few clubs, but I haven't had any leadership positions yet. How important is it to show leadership in my extracurriculars for colle …
Hello, I'm a first-generation college student and I'm feeling a bit lost when it comes to the college application process. Are there any resources or tips specifically for first-generation students li …
Hi everyone! As a junior in high school, I'm starting to feel overwhelmed with the thought of balancing my schoolwork and college applications. How do you all manage your time efficiently to handle ev …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I've taken the SAT/ACT once already. I got a decent score, but I'm wondering if I should retake it to try for a higher score. How important is it to have …
Hey there! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide whether or not to apply for financial aid at the colleges I'm considering. What factors should I take into account when making this decision? Thanks fo …
Hey everyone! I'm starting to think about my college essays, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. I want to make sure my essay stands out and leaves a lasting impression on the admissions officers. What …
Yo, juniors! What are y'all doing this summer before the crazy senior year starts? Any cool plans or ideas? I'm still trying to figure out what I want to do, so I'd love some inspiration. Are you guys …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'm starting to research colleges. I've heard about Early Decision, but I'm not sure if it's right for me. Are there any advantages to applying Early Decision compared to …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to research colleges and universities, and I'm wondering what the difference is between the two. I know that universities are typically larger and offer more graduate progra …
Hi! I'm a high school junior, and I'm considering applying to test-optional colleges. How should I decide whether to submit my test scores or not? What factors should I consider? Thanks for any advice …
Hey all, I'm a junior and I'm starting to research colleges based on my intended major. I want to make sure I choose a school with a strong program in my field, but I'm not sure how to determine that. …
Hey guys! I wanna do better on my PSAT, but I'm not sure where to start. What are some tips or tricks you used to get your score up? Any resources or study hacks you can share? Thanks for the help, y' …
Hi there! I'm a junior, and I'm concerned about how much weight standardized test scores hold in the college admissions process. My GPA is strong, but my test scores aren't as high as I'd like them to …