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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 …

Hello, I'm a junior, and I want to submit an additional essay with my college application to explain some unique circumstances. Is this a good idea, and how can I make sure it's well-written and relev …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior planning to visit some colleges soon. How can I make the most of these visits? What should I look for during my time on campus? Are there any specific questions I should ask? …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm not sure whether to take the SAT or ACT. I've heard that some colleges prefer one over the other. How do I decide which one is right for me? Any advice would be grea …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm starting to consider applying to some top-tier colleges next year. Can anyone help me gauge my chances based on my stats? I've got a 4.0 GPA, 1550 SAT, and I'm invol …

Hey all, I'm a junior in high school and I've been researching colleges online, but I haven't had the chance to visit any campuses in person. Is it necessary to visit colleges before applying, or can …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and with many colleges now offering test-optional admissions, I'm not sure if I should submit my standardized test scores or not. Can someone give me some adv …

Hey there! I know that teacher recommendations are a part of the college application process, but how important are they really? What can I do to make sure I get strong recommendations from my teacher …

Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I'm starting to feel a bit overwhelmed with the whole college application process. When should I start preparing for college applications to give myself the best chance of …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm interested in applying to art-related programs in college. My grades aren't the best, but I have a strong portfolio of my work. Can a strong portfolio ma …

Hi, I'm in the process of applying to colleges and I'm wondering if applying for financial aid might have a negative impact on my chances of getting in. Can anyone provide some insight on this? Thanks …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm starting to think about what I want to major in when I go to college. What factors should I consider when choosing a major? I'm a bit overwhelmed and …

Hi everyone! I'm in the process of asking for recommendation letters from my teachers, and I'm wondering how much weight these letters carry in the admissions process. Should I be worried if one of my …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school and I've been wondering how much weight extracurricular activities hold in the college admissions process. I've been involved in a few clubs and volunteer act …

Hey everyone! I've heard that applying Early Decision can give you a better chance of getting into your top-choice college, but I'm not sure if I should go for it. I'm nervous about committing to one …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm feeling really stressed about balancing school, extracurriculars, and the upcoming college application process. Can anyone give me some tips on how to manage my time …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I want to make the most of my summer before senior year. What are some things I can do this summer to help improve my college applications? I'd really appreciate any sugg …

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 …

Hey guys! I'm starting to prepare for standardized tests, and I'm not sure if I should take both the SAT and ACT or just focus on one of them. Can anyone give me some advice on this? Thanks!

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm starting to look at colleges. I want to find a college that's the right fit for me, but I'm not sure how to do that. What are some things I should consider when trying to f …