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Hi guys! I'm a junior and I'm already feeling a bit overwhelmed by the college application process. How do you stay organized throughout the process? Do you have any tips or tricks for keeping track o …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and my school doesn't offer any AP classes. I know that taking challenging courses can look good on college applications, but I'm not sure if I should try to take AP classes …

Hey guys, I'm starting to think about my college essays and I want to make sure my personal statement really stands out. What types of topics or writing styles have you found to be successful? Thanks …

Hello everyone! I've been hearing a lot about demonstrated interest and how it can potentially impact college admissions decisions. Do colleges really care if I visit or attend their webinars? How can …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I'm trying to plan out my college application timeline. I've heard about early decision, but I'm not sure if it's the right choice for me. How do I deci …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior with a lower GPA than I'd like, but I still want to apply for scholarships. Is it worth applying even if my GPA isn't as high as the requirements? Any success stories or advi …

Hi everyone! I'm trying to create a balanced college list, but I'm not sure how many safety, target, and reach schools I should apply to. How did you decide on the right balance, and what advice do yo …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about whether I want to attend an in-state or out-of-state college. What factors should I consider when making this decision? Are there any significant …

Hello! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm trying to figure out what factors are most important in college admissions. I know that GPA and test scores are important, but what else do colleges look fo …

Hey collegevine, I'm a junior and I'm starting to prepare for the SAT and ACT. I'm curious about how much weight standardized test scores carry in the college admissions process. Are they a major fact …

Hi there! I'm a high school junior, and I know I'll need letters of recommendation for my college applications. How should I go about asking my teachers for these letters? I want to make sure I'm poli …

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior struggling to balance my extracurriculars and academics. I want to do well in both, but I'm finding it difficult. Any tips on how to manage my time effectively? T …

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I'm involved in a few extracurricular activities. I want to make sure my involvement stands out on my college applications, but I'm not sure how to do that. Should …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I've been researching the differences between Early Decision and Early Action. I'm still not sure which one is right for me, though. Can anyone explain the pros and cons …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I can already feel the stress of the college application process. What are some tips for managing stress during this time? How do you stay calm and focused? Thanks for an …

Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about college applications. I'm not exactly sure what I want to major in yet. Is it necessary to decide on a major before applying, or can I still get …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I've taken a few AP exams already. I'm wondering if I should submit my AP scores to colleges when I apply. Does it make a difference in the admissions process, and are th …

Hi all, I'm a junior and I've heard that some colleges require interviews as part of the admissions process. How can I prepare for these interviews and make a good impression? I'm feeling a bit nervou …

Hey everyone, I'm considering applying early decision to my dream school, but I'm unsure if it'll increase my chances of getting in. Can someone provide some insight? Thanks in advance!

Hello! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been feeling a bit lost when it comes to choosing a major or career path. I have a few interests, but I'm not sure what I want to do for a living yet. Is i …