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Hi there! I'm a junior and I want to start preparing for potential college interviews. What's the best way to prepare and what kind of questions should I expect? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!
Hey! I'm a high school junior, and I'm already starting to feel stressed about how I'll balance my schoolwork and college applications next year. Does anyone have any tips or advice on how to manage b …
Hey everyone, I'm already feeling a bit stressed about the whole college application process, and I'm only a junior! I know it's going to get even more intense next year. What are some good ways to st …
Hey there, I'm a high school junior, and I want to make the most of my summer before senior year to prepare for college applications. What are some productive things I can do during the summer to get …
Hi everyone, I've been thinking about taking some online courses to supplement my high school classes. Do colleges value these courses during the admissions process? Thanks for your input!
Hey guys! I'm a junior considering taking a gap year after high school, but I'm not sure how that would affect my college applications. Should I apply during my senior year and then defer, or should I …
Hey guys, I recently got my SAT scores back and I'm just a few points below my target score. I'm wondering if it's worth the time and effort to retake the test, or if I should focus on other aspects o …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm trying to figure out the financial aid process. Is it possible to apply for financial aid after submitting my college applications, or do I need to do it at the same …
Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I'm starting to feel the pressure of the college application process. I'm struggling to balance schoolwork, extracurriculars, and preparing for college applications. Can an …
Hi there, I'm just a little bit stressed about my extracurricular activities and how they'll affect my chances of getting into a good college. I'm involved in a few clubs and sports, but I'm not sure …
Hi there, I'm a junior in high school and I'm trying to get a better understanding of what colleges look for in applicants. What are the main factors they usually consider during the admissions proces …
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I've been considering attending a community college before transferring to a four-year college. What are the benefits of this approach, and are there any drawbacks I should …
Hey everyone, I'm trying to decide on my senior year schedule, and I'm not sure whether I should take more challenging AP classes or focus on maintaining a high GPA. What do you think colleges value m …
Hey guys! So, I've been checking out some of those college chance calculators, but I'm not sure if I can trust them. What do you think – are they legit? Or is there a better way to see how likely I am …
Hi fellow students and collegevine experts! I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to think about how I'm going to pay for college. I know that financial aid can help, but I'm not exactly sure what …
Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I've been working hard on maintaining my GPA. I'm aiming for a top-tier college, but I'm not sure what GPA they expect. Can anyone give me an idea of what GP …
Hi there, I'm a junior, and I've been researching colleges, but I'm not sure how to determine if a school is a good fit for me. What factors should I consider when trying to find the right college? I' …
Hello, I'm a junior and I've been wondering how important extracurricular activities are for college admissions. I'm involved in a few clubs and sports, but I'm worried that it might not be enough. Ho …
Hello! I'm a junior and I've been hearing a lot about Early Action and Early Decision. I know they're different, but I'm not sure which one is right for me. What are some factors I should consider whe …
Hello! I'm a hardworking junior who dreams of attending a highly selective college, but I'm worried that my application might not stand out. What are some things I can do to improve my chances of gett …