CollegeVine Expert FAQ

I recently sent my SAT scores through College Board, and I want to make sure they were received by the colleges I'm applying to. How can I confirm that everything was sent properly?

I'm curious about how college classes work in terms of attendance. Are there situations where attendance isn't mandatory, or do most schools have strict policies? How flexible are professors with this …

I'm looking into online colleges, but I'm worried about scams or illegitimate programs. What are some signs or ways to verify the legitimacy of an online college?

I'm considering enrolling in an online college, but I'm not sure how to confirm if it's accredited. What steps should I take to verify accreditation, and why is this important for my future education …

Considering a community college, but worried about its accreditation status. Where can I verify if it's accredited and whether it's a smart choice for transferring to a four-year university later?

I sent my transcripts a while ago, and I'm stressing about them reaching the college. What's the best way to confirm they were received, and how long does it usually take for them to process?

After submitting my application, I'm super nervous about whether the college got it. How can I confirm it's received? Should I contact the admissions office, or will they notify me if everything's oka …

I'm looking into trade schools, and I want to know which jobs offer the highest salaries. I want to make sure I'm choosing a path that offers good financial stability. Any recommendations on trades th …

I'm considering going the trade school route after high school, and I'm curious about the best trade school careers for women. Are there specific trades where women tend to succeed or make good money? …

I'm focusing on colleges with strong credentials, but I'm confused about regional accreditation. How do I check if a college is regionally accredited, and why does it matter so much?

I know accreditation is important, but how can I find out if a college is nationally accredited? What are the differences between national and regional accreditation, and which one should I prefer?

What should I look for to tell if a college is 'good'? Is it all about rankings, or are other factors more important? I'm trying to gather all the info before making a final decision.

When researching colleges, how can I check if they are properly accredited? I've heard terms like 'nationally' and 'regionally' accredited and want to make sure my college choice is legit.

I'm really anxious waiting for college decisions. How do I know if a college has accepted me? Do they email, send letters, or notify through their portal first? Any tips on how to handle the wait?

With so many choices, I'm worried I didn't pick the best college for me. What are some signs that I made the right choice? Should I be concerned if I'm second-guessing my decision, or is it normal?

I'm eagerly waiting for college acceptance notifications. How do colleges usually communicate their decisions? Should I look out for emails or letters, and when do these usually come out?

I'm trying to plan my high school coursework to prepare for college, but I'm not sure how to gauge the difficulty of different college classes. How can I find out which classes might be more challengi …

What’s the best way to confirm that a college got my FAFSA application? I submitted it a couple of weeks ago, and I just want to make sure everything's in order. Do colleges typically send a confirmat …

I'm the first in my family to go to college. But how do colleges confirm if you're truly a first-generation student? Do they check records of family college history or just trust what you say on your …

I'm a high school junior and I have no clue what I want to major in. What are some good college majors that are broad enough to keep my options open? Any advice would be helpful!