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Hey guys, I'm a bit stressed about the college application process. I know the personal essay is a crucial part of my application, but I'm not sure when I should start working on it. Any advice or sug …
Hey all! I'm a junior and I'm struggling to decide whether I should take a more challenging course with the risk of getting a lower grade, or take an easier course and likely get a higher grade. What …
Hi everyone! I've heard a lot about the Common App, but I'm not exactly sure what it is or how it works. Can someone explain it to me, and is it something I should be using when I apply to colleges? T …
Hi everyone! As a high school junior, I want to be as prepared as possible for the college application process. Are there any steps or resources you recommend for me to utilize in order to be more pre …
Hello, I'm a junior and I want to create an activities resume to showcase my extracurricular involvement and achievements. What should I include in this resume, and how should I format it? Thanks in a …
Hello! I'm a junior, and I'm planning on visiting some college campuses soon. What is the best way to prepare for these visits, and how can I make sure I get the most out of my time on campus? Thanks …
Hi all! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about college interviews. How should I prepare for them? What are some common questions I should be ready to answer? I'm a little bit stressed about maki …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide which colleges to apply to. I know that location and campus are important factors to consider, but I'm not sure what I should be looking for. Can an …
Hello! I'm a junior, and I've been thinking about visiting some college campuses to get a feel for the schools I'm interested in. When is the best time to start these visits, and how can I make the mo …
Hello! I'm a junior, and I've been hearing a lot about college counselors and how they can help with the application process. I'm wondering if it's necessary to have a college counselor, or if I can n …
Hello everyone! I'm a junior starting my college search journey. Where do you guys find the most helpful information about colleges? Any websites or resources you would recommend? Thanks so much!
Hey there, I'm a junior who's started researching the college application process, and I'm a bit confused about the Common App. Can anyone help me understand what it is, how it works, and any tips for …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior with not-so-great standardized test scores, but I feel like I have a strong personal story to tell. Can a well-written essay make up for my lower scores? Also, CollegeVine, y …
Hi, I'm a junior in high school, and I'm really passionate about art. I've been considering submitting an art portfolio with my college applications, even though I'm not planning on majoring in art. W …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been researching colleges with rolling admissions. Do you think it's a good idea to apply to these types of schools? What are the pros and cons of rolling admissions? T …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school, and I've been taking a few AP classes this year. I'm wondering how colleges view AP classes in the admissions process. Are they seen as a positive factor, or …
Hi there, I'm a high school junior and I've heard that colleges value demonstrated leadership in applicants. How important is it to show leadership in extracurricular activities, and how can I showcas …
Hi there! I'm a junior and I'm considering applying to a few colleges through their Early Action programs. Is it possible to apply to more than one college this way, or am I limited to just one? Thank …
Hey, I'm a junior with a 3.4 GPA, and I'm worried that it might hurt my chances of getting into a good college. However, I have some strong extracurriculars like being the president of a club and doin …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to brainstorm college essay topics. Are there any good resources for finding essay prompts from different colleges? Thanks for your suggestions!