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Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I've heard that demonstrating interest in a college can improve your chances of getting in. What are some ways to show a college that you're genuinely interested in atte …
Hi guys! I'm a high school junior, and I've heard about college fairs happening in my area. I'm not sure if it's worth attending one, though. What are the benefits of going to a college fair, and what …
Hello, I'm a high school junior and I've been researching different colleges. I came across the term 'demonstrated interest' and was wondering how much colleges actually take this into account during …
Hey everyone! So, I'm currently a junior and I'm starting to really think about college applications. I've been pretty active in a few clubs and organizations at school, but I'm worried it might not b …
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 …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about my college applications. I'm not sure how many colleges I should apply to. What's a good number to aim for? Any advice is appreciated, thanks!
Hello! I'm a junior and I've been hearing a lot about Early Action and Early Decision. I know they're different, but I'm not sure which one is right for me. What are some factors I should consider whe …
Hello everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to think about what I want to study in college. I'm not sure how to choose a major. Can anyone offer any advice or tips? Thanks in advance!
Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I'm a little bit stressed about finding a college that's a good fit for me. I've been researching colleges, but there are just so many options! How did you …
Hello! I'm a first-generation college student, and I'm curious if this status will have any impact on my chances of being admitted to competitive colleges. Can anyone share their experiences or knowle …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide between taking AP and IB classes next year. I've heard that some colleges prefer one over the other, but I'm not sure which one that is. Can anyone …
Hey all! I've been hearing about Early Decision and Early Action, but I'm not quite sure about the differences between them. Can anyone explain the main differences and which one might be a better fit …
Hi everyone! So I'm really passionate about art and I've been working on my portfolio for a while now. However, I'm planning to major in computer science. Is it still a good idea to submit my art port …
Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I'm starting to feel the pressure of the college application process. I'm struggling to balance schoolwork, extracurriculars, and preparing for college applications. Can an …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm worried about how my freshman year grades will affect my college applications. Do colleges look at freshman year grades, or do they mainly focus on sophomore and jun …
Hi everyone! I've been involved in music throughout high school, and I'm considering submitting an arts supplement with my college applications. However, I'm not planning on majoring in music. Is it s …
Hi, I'm a junior with a 3.2 GPA and I'm feeling a bit stressed about college admissions. I know my GPA isn't that high, but I've been really involved in extracurriculars and have a good SAT score. Can …
Hi all! I'm planning on visiting some colleges this year, and I want to make sure I get the most out of these visits. What should I do during the visit, and what questions should I ask to get a better …
Hello! I'm feeling a bit stressed trying to balance my schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and college applications. Do you have any tips on how to manage my time effectively and stay on top of ev …
Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I'm planning some college visits soon. I want to make sure I get the most out of these visits, but I'm not sure what to look for or what questions to ask. Can anyone give m …