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Hi there! I'm a junior, and I've been hearing about the importance of demonstrated interest in the college admissions process. Can anyone explain how important this is and how it can affect my chances …
Hello! I'm considering participating in a study abroad program during my junior year of high school. Would this experience make me more attractive to colleges, or does it not really matter in the gran …
Hello, I provide tutoring to my peers in various subjects after school. Is this something I should list as an extracurricular activity on my college applications? Thank you!
Hey guys, I'm a high school junior, and I've had the opportunity to travel a lot with my family during my high school years. We've visited numerous countries and learned about various cultures. I was …
Hi, I'm really interested in Stanford and one of the things I want to do in college is get involved in research projects. Does anyone know if Stanford is actually considered a research university? If …
I've got quite a few universities on my list, and I want to make sure I make well-informed decisions. How can I best research these universities to discover which ones align with my priorities and goa …
Hey guys, I'm starting to work on my college essays, and I want to make sure they stand out. Do you have any tips or strategies on how to write an essay that really shines?
Hi, I'm a junior in high school and I feel like my extracurriculars aren't unique or interesting enough. Can you guys suggest some uncommon extracurricular activities that could help me stand out to c …
Hey everyone, I'm really interested in neuroscience and would like to spend my upcoming summer doing something related to this field. However, I'm having trouble finding internships or research opport …
Hey everyone! I'm considering taking a gap year before starting college, but I want to make sure I use that time wisely. Do you have any suggestions on how to make the most of a gap year and what acti …
I've noticed I used some abbreviations in my college essay draft and I'm not sure if that's considered acceptable or if it looks unprofessional. Should I rephrase my writing to avoid abbreviations, or …
Hi all, I just got my ACT scores and scored a 33. I'm aiming for Ivy League schools, but I'm not sure if this score is competitive enough. Should I retake the test, or focus on other parts of my appli …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school, and I've always wanted to become a doctor. However, I'm really concerned that my poor grades so far might hinder my chances of getting into a good pre-med pr …
Hi all! I'm a high school junior, and I've heard that leadership is an important quality to demonstrate in college applications. I'm involved in some clubs and activities, but I'm not sure how to high …
I had some mental health struggles during my sophomore year, which affected my grades. Should I include this information on my college application or is it better to focus on my improvements without d …
Hey guys, I have a few college interviews scheduled, and I'm a bit nervous. Do any of you have tips or advice on how to prepare and make a good impression? Thanks in advance!
Due to scheduling conflicts, I'm considering taking some AP or IB courses online. Do colleges view these online courses differently than in-person ones, or do they still value the rigor?
I'm freaking out a little because I got a B in one of my classes. Is it still possible to get accepted to an Ivy League school with a B on my transcript, or is that going to be a dealbreaker? Any advi …
I've been teaching myself a foreign language outside of school and have become quite proficient. Is this something I can include as an extracurricular activity on my college application?
Hi all, I'm a junior planning on applying for a computer science major in college. I realize it's an increasingly competitive field and want to make sure I stand out among other applicants. Are there …