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Recent Changes to Google Settings for Third-Party Apps like CollegeVine

ACTION REQUIRED: Update CollegeVine App Settings in Google Admin by October 23, 2023

For enhanced student data protection, Google is set to limit access for users under 18 to third-party apps like Coll …

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Chancing Changes Due to Affirmative Action Ruling

Because the Supreme Court struck down race-conscious admissions on June 29th, we recently updated our chancing algorithm so that the impact of your ethnicity is greatly reduced. As a result, your chan …

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8 hours ago
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What category of extracurricular does study abroad count as if it was during the school year rather than summer?

I participated in a study abroad program in Sevilla, Spain for my first semester of Junior year this year (September 12th to January 21st). While filling out my profile, I could not find a specific ca …

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13 hours ago
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Good Extracurriculars during International Vacation (TL;DR: read the first 3 sentences)

I am traveling to China during my entire summer break to be with my family. Many of my teachers and friends have advised me to do something special while overseas to stand out in the college admission …

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16 hours ago
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How are my Junior list for classes? (And do I need a English class?)

Hello!

I'm a sophomore and I have already registered for my junior year classes. However, I'm now starting to think if I should include an English class in my schedule. We need to complete three Engli …

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a day ago
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What are good ECs for future Bio/PreMed Majors?

I am a freshman in hish school but the school year is basically over and my stats so far aren't good. I have a 3.6 GPA, (No SAT/ACT), and no extracurriculars whatsoever. Later this year I turn 15 and …

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Is NYU test optional for juniors in high school?

I saw that on the website it said that NYU will test-optional policy for the 2023-2024 application cycle, does that include those applying to NYU in 2024 or not? As someone thinking of applying in the …

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2 days ago
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What to do when AP's aren't offered

My school doesn't offer AP or honors courses, and because of that, I'm at a disadvantage compared to other applicants. Are there outside programs I can try to do? Or will colleges understand that my s …

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2 days ago
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Can you raise a 3.4 to a 3.7?

I’m currently a sophomore with a 3.4 average. It’s lower than I’d like but I missed a significant portion of my freshman year due to health issues and surgeries and my schools handling of my absence w …

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Do you want to know about the deals on personalized hoodies printing in UAE?

Are you looking to put your design or logo on a t-shirt, hat, vest, personalized hoodies printing, or any other apparel in Dubai? Look no further than Tshirt Print UAE, the top-quality manufacturer th …

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2 days ago
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im a sophmore and i want to go to uconn but my gpa is below the average

i have a 3.6 gpa unweighted and at the moment i don't take any ap or ib classes or honors and i was wondering what i should do to be able to safely get in

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What should I do?

I am a Junior in high school and I am stressed about colleges. I have a 3.7 gpa unweighted which is bad for more selective schools. I have taken most of the rigorous courses except Chem honors during …

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3 days ago
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Early Graduation Needing better ec's

I am going to be graduating a year early (Class of 2025 instead of 2026). I would say my stats are pretty good right now except my extra curriculars (3.9 GPA, 1480 SAT, 33 ACT will be taking the tests …

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3 days ago
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How can I find good extracurriculars?

I'm a homeschooled sophomore. I have a 3.98gpa and have a ton of volunteer hours and opportunities around me (which I rly enjoy €) but l've been having some difficulties finding extracurriculars. I'm …

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4 days ago
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Is BioMedical Engineering a good major?

My child has got admission into the below colleges. She is planning to pursue BioMedical Engineering Major for her undergraduate. Below are the college options:

UNC Chapel Hill (4 years tution waived)

N …

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4 days ago
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Will Bs on my transcript impact my admission chances for finance/econ at top universities?

I'm currently a junior, and I will be ending this year with four Bs on my transcript. I had a B- freshman year in Honors Algebra 2 (highest math course for a 9th grader at my school), a B+ in both Ho …

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5 days ago
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Summer Science Program vs Governor's School

I've applied to both Summer Science Program (SSP) and the Tennessee Governor's School for Science and Engineering (I live in TN). I've already been accepted to Governor's School. I anticipate hearin …

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5 days ago
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Taking the ACT between my Sophomore and Junior Year

I am currently a sophomore and would appreciate any advice relating to taking the ACT. I took the practice ACT through my school last fall and received a 29 with no preparation. I am considering takin …

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5 days ago
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Would going to UIUC or MSU give me a better shot at transferring to UMICH

I am planning to major in physics and really like condensed matter physics. UIUC is going to be quite expensive for me as I am a Michigan resident. I would like to go to UMICH but I am not sure whethe …

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5 days ago
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Where should I go?

Hi! I am confused about what school I should go to this fall. I am debating between UC San Diego, Boston College, Rutgers Honors College, and Schreyer Honors College at Penn State. I want to study neu …

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5 days ago
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Would taking 4 APs be too heavy a workload?

I'm currently a Freshman, and I'm taking 3 honors classes (geometry, bio, ela). Next year I have signed up to take 4 APs (Physics 1, Precalc, Stats, World History) which I'm just now thinking might be …

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5 days ago
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Should I submit a business credential I earned with my transfer applications?

I've applied to transfer to another 4 year college for a business degree focused on finance. I participated in a workshop that earned me career credentials related to investment banking skills. The cr …

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