CollegeVine Expert FAQ

So I'm working on my FAFSA and I want to apply to more than 10 schools. What's the best approach to listing them? I hear FAFSA is first come first serve, should I be worried about the order I list?

I just got an email to schedule an interview for Stanford, and I'm kind of freaking out! Does this mean my application is standing out, or does Stanford offer interviews to all applicants?

I'm looking to join HOSA next year and I'll be putting it in my college app. Can someone give me a brief rundown of what it's like, key takeaways, or how it's looked upon by admissions if you’ve got i …

Hey guys, I'm a high school junior trying to narrow down my college list and I’ve got a strong interest in majoring in business. I really want to attend an HBCU but I'm not sure which ones are known f …

I'm super stressed about the Yale application. I've heard the interview can be a make-or-break. Does Yale interview every applicant? And if not, should I be worried if I don't get offered one?

Currently a junior and I’m starting to look into colleges, particularly HBCUs. I stumbled upon the USNews HBCU rankings and was wondering how much stock I should put into these rankings. Are there asp …

Hey folks! As an international student, I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with having to prep for both the SAT and the TOEFL. Anyone else in the same boat? How did you create a study schedule that allowed …

I've got a pretty solid GPA and extracurricular activities, but my SAT scores are not as high as I’d hoped. With many colleges being test-optional now, will it hurt my application chances if I choose …

Hello friends, I'm a bit in a pinch here. Can I submit my college apps even if my teachers haven't finished their letters of recommendation yet? Or do I have to wait until everything's ready to hit su …

Hey folks, quick question. My sibling went to a college I'm aiming for. Do colleges consider siblings as part of legacy status, or is it only parents? How should I approach this in my application?

Anyone here have the inside scoop on HBCU law schools in North Carolina? I've been thinking that might be a solid path for me, but I'm just starting to look into it. Personal experiences, quality of e …

I’m a bit lost with the financial aid process, and I want to make sure I do it right. What are the steps to demonstrating financial need when applying for colleges? Are there any tips to ensure that I …

Yo, future music mogul here! I'm trying to find HBCUs with killer music production programs. Who knows which ones are hyped for creating industry-ready pros?

Feeling a bit stressed about the Common App essay. How did you guys pick which prompt to write about? Should I choose the one that's easiest to write or the one that seems the most unique? I want my a …

Hey guys, I'm trying to decide between a BA and a BS in Computer Science and I'm not sure which one is more valued in the tech industry. Does one have a significant advantage over the other when it co …

Kinda stressing because I need to decide on a major soon. Can someone break down the main differences in education paths for becoming a psychologist, psychiatrist, or therapist? I want to work in ment …

I'm kinda stressing over the SAT math section. Would love to hear from folks who did well, what’s your secret? Any particular study habits, resources or mindset that you found useful? I want to improv …

Hey guys, junior here getting a tad stressed about college costs and my chances of snagging a sports scholarship. I've been playing volleyball for my high school team and with a club practically year- …

Hey everyone! So I'm on track to graduate high school with an associate degree because of a dual-enrollment program. Do colleges view this as a significant plus when reviewing applications, or is it j …

This is probably a dumb question but I'm really anxious right now. I'm currently a junior with a 2.9 GPA. Is it realistic to aim for a four-year college? Do colleges even accept students with GPAs und …