CollegeVine Expert FAQ

Hi everyone, it's junior year, and the college search is getting real. I've been interested in George Washington University for a while now, but what's the admissions rate like? Is it super competitiv …

Hi, I've been hearing the term 'PWI' a lot lately (Predominantly White Institution), and I'm wondering if anyone can provide a list of some well-known PWI colleges. Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone, I'm currently considering applying to UCLA next year, but I'm a bit concerned about the cost. Based on your experience, how expensive is UCLA when comparing it to other universities? It'd …

I'm interested in attending Ottawa University in Kansas, but I'm having trouble finding information on their tuition rates. Can anyone help me out and share the current cost of attendance? I'm also in …

Hey everyone! I'm looking to take the SAT sometime in 2025. Does anyone know what dates the SAT is offered in May? Where can I find an updated list of test dates for 2025? Thanks!

Hi, Syracuse is one of my top choices, and I'd love to learn more about what they look for in applicants. Can anyone share any advice on how to make my application stand out? What extracurriculars and …

Hey guys! I'm planning to apply to Clemson University and I wanted to know if they'll be test-optional for my application (I'm class of 2024). Anyone have any info on that?

Hey! I'm planning to apply to Johns Hopkins University, and I'm wondering what the GPA requirement is there. Does anyone know what the average GPA of admitted students is? Thanks!

Hey everyone! I'm just wondering about the general GPA requirements for college admissions. I know it varies from school to school, but how important is GPA when compared to extracurriculars, essays, …

ACT tests can be pretty daunting, especially those really hard questions that seem impossible to solve. Anybody got some tips or tricks on how to tackle them effectively?

Hello everyone, I'm considering applying to Princeton, but I'm curious about the racial demographics on campus. Can someone help me get a better idea of the student body's diversity? Thanks!

Hey guys, I'm considering taking the ACT instead of the SAT. Could y'all help me understand what the ACT test covers? Are there specific subjects I should be focusing on when studying for it?

I'm taking IB Biology and it feels like there's a lot to cover. Which topics should I focus on for the exams, and do you guys have any tips for studying effectively and mastering the content?

Hey everyone, I'm considering applying for the Hispanic Scholarship Fund next year. I'm just wondering if any current HSF scholars can tell me about the benefits they've experienced from being a part …

I'm an IB student and just starting to work on my extended essay. Honestly, I'm kind of overwhelmed! Do you have any advice on picking a topic or organizing my thoughts?

I'm taking AP Human Geography and need help on writing FRQs for the exam. Do you guys have any tips or resources on how to tackle these questions effectively?

Hi there! I'm really interested in applying to Husson University, but I can't find much info about their GPA requirements. Can anyone shine some light on this for me? What's the average GPA of accepte …

I've heard a lot about the SAT, but recently I came across something called the ACT. Can someone help me understand what the ACT is, how it's different from the SAT and if I should consider taking it?

Hey folks! I've been checking out Indiana Wesleyan University, but I haven't found the most recent tuition costs yet. Can anyone here help me out with the current rates? Thanks in advance!

Hey guys, I've been hearing a lot about JMU recently and I'm curious. Where exactly is James Madison University located?