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Hello! I'm trying to plan my summer before senior year, and I want to make sure I'm using my time wisely. I've heard that it's important to do something productive, like an internship or research proj …

Hi everyone, I've heard that having a strong relationship with your guidance counselor can really help when it comes to college applications and recommendations. What are some ways I can build a bette …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm considering applying to a college with a binding Early Decision option. How can I decide if it's the right choice for me? What factors should I consider when making …

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm really passionate about art. I was wondering if it's possible to submit an art portfolio to colleges, even if I'm not planning on majoring in art. Would …

Hi everyone, I am a junior in high school and starting to think seriously about college. One of the things that's making me anxious is the cost. I've done some research and I know there are things lik …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and want to get a head start on my college applications, but I'm not sure when the best time to start would be. Should I start working on them now, or wait until the summer befo …

Hey fellow juniors, I've been thinking about attending a state school for college. I was wondering if any of you are considering state schools as well? If so, what are your reasons for choosing a stat …

Hi guys! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about supplemental essays for college applications. What are some tips for writing a strong essay that stands out and shows my interest in the school? …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I want to create a strong resume for my college applications. What are some things I should include or focus on? Any tips on formatting or what to emphasize would be super h …

Hello! I'm going to be visiting some college campuses soon, and I want to make sure I gather as much information as possible. What are some good questions to ask during campus tours or information ses …

Hello everyone, I'm a junior in high school and I'm researching different colleges to apply to. How can I determine if a college is a good fit for my personality and interests? What factors should I c …

Hey there, I'm a junior and I need to start preparing for either the SAT or ACT. I've heard that some colleges prefer one over the other, but I'm not sure which one I should take. What do you guys thi …

Hi all! I'm not sure what I want to major in yet, so I'm considering applying to college as an undecided student. Will this hurt my chances of admission? How should I approach my application if I'm un …

Hi! I'm a high school junior trying to plan my senior year schedule. I'm wondering if it's better to take a more challenging course load (with the possibility of a lower GPA) or to maintain a high GPA …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I'm worried about my GPA. It's not as high as I'd like, but I feel that I'm a strong writer and could write a compelling college essay. Do you think a s …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm wondering how to handle being waitlisted by a college. If I end up on a waitlist, what can I do to improve my chances of being accepted? Any advice would be greatly …

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to look for scholarships to help pay for college. I'm not sure where to start, though. Can someone from CollegeVine recommend some good resources for …

Hey everyone! I'm curious about what factors colleges consider when they're reviewing applications. I know that grades and test scores are important, but what else do they look at? Can anyone give me …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I've been taking a few AP classes this year. I'm curious if colleges really care about these classes, and whether they'll help me in the admissions process.

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm curious about how important class rank is during the college admissions process. I have a good GPA, but my class rank isn't as high as I'd like it to be. Will this hurt my …