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Hello everyone! I have written a pretty strong essay for one scholarship, and I found another scholarship that has a similar prompt. Can I submit the same essay for both scholarships, or should I writ …
Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I'm trying to figure out the whole college application process. I know that letters of recommendation from teachers are important, but how do I ensure that I get a strong o …
Hey, everyone! I'm a junior, and I've held leadership positions in school clubs and nonprofit organizations. I want to display the skills and experiences I've gained as a leader in my college applicat …
Hey! I was just wondering, do colleges really prefer applicants who have taken AP classes? Are they significantly better than honors classes in the eyes of college admissions officers? Thanks!
I scored a 1500 on my SAT and I'm wondering if that's a competitive score for the Ivy League schools I'm considering applying to. Do I have a good chance with this score, or should I work on improving …
Hey everyone! I'm currently at a community college and want to transfer to an Ivy League school after completing my associate degree. Do Ivy Leagues look favorably upon transfer students from communit …
Hi everyone, I'm starting to think about college applications and I'm wondering how important teacher recommendations are. How much weight do colleges give to these recommendations, and do they really …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm worried about my standardized test scores. I was wondering how much weight colleges put on these scores during the admissions process. Is it a major factor, or do they look …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm planning to visit some colleges in the spring and summer. I want to make the most out of my visits, and I was wondering if you have any tips on how to maximize these …
I'm weighing the options between attending a less prestigious college with a full-ride scholarship or going to a more prestigious university that doesn't offer as much financial aid. What's more impor …
Hey all, I'm a junior, and I live in a small town in the Midwest. I've heard that colleges like to have geographic diversity in their incoming classes. Will coming from a small town help or hurt my ch …
Hi everyone! I've been a dedicated athlete throughout my freshman and sophomore years, but I've now discovered a passion for the arts. If I decide to switch from sports to the arts (such as theater or …
Hey guys, so I really want to go to UCLA for their amazing film program, but my grades are pretty underwhelming. Apart from improving my GPA in my remaining time, what can I do to make my application …
Hey all, I'm planning to take the ACT in the fall of my senior year, and I'm not sure when I should start studying for it. How far in advance did you start studying, and do you have any tips for creat …
I've been researching colleges but I'm curious about what characteristics really set an Ivy League school apart. Is it the history, prestige, or something else? Would really appreciate any insight you …
I've been researching universities for my applications and came across the term 'R1 research university.' Can someone help me understand what this means and whether it would be a good fit for my futur …
Hello everyone! I'm brainstorming ideas for my college essay, and I'm considering writing about a political issue that has played a major role in my life. Is it a good idea to discuss controversial to …
Hi everyone, I need some advice on which Ivy League school to apply to. I'm considering Harvard, Yale, and Columbia, but I'm not sure which one would be the best fit for me. I want to study computer s …
Hi all, I'm trying to come up with a unique college essay topic that will help me stand out from other applicants. I don't want to write about something too common or cliché. Any suggestions or ideas …
Hi everyone! I recently took the ACT and got a 34. I'm excited, but I'm not sure if it's good enough for the top-tier schools like the Ivy Leagues. Would this score be considered competitive for those …