CollegeVine Expert FAQ

Hey guys, I’m a junior and feel a bit lost when it comes to narrowing down the schools I want to apply to. None of them seem to have everything I'm looking for. What tips do you have for finding a sch …

Hey everyone, I keep hearing about research programs in universities and how beneficial they can be to a student's college experience. As a current junior, I'm trying to make an informed decision rega …

Hey all, I'm a junior and I want to make sure I stay organized and on top of everything during the college application process. Any tips or methods that have worked well for you? Thanks in advance!

I'm trying to organize my college search and was wondering if anyone has recommendations on how to most effectively research colleges and universities. I'm interested in narrowing down my list based o …

I'm considering starting a club at my high school related to environmental awareness and activism. I'm passionate about the cause, but I'm also wondering if Ivy League schools appreciate applicants wh …

Hello! Due to COVID-19, I started participating in online volunteering opportunities in areas such as tutoring and environmental advocacy. Will colleges view these virtual extracurriculars differently …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about college applications. I'm wondering how much weight colleges put on extracurricular activities compared to other factors like GPA and test scores …

Hey everyone, I recently took the ACT and got a 31. I've been aiming for around a 33, and I'm unsure if I should retake it given the cost and time constraints. What are the pros and cons of retaking t …

Hi all! I'm interested in pursuing an uncommon major (marine biology) and I'm having some difficulty figuring out which colleges offer this program. How can I easily find a list of colleges offering t …

Hi everyone! I'm trying to figure out the level of academic achievement needed to be competitive at Ivy League schools. What would be considered a good unweighted GPA when applying to these universiti …

I have a hobby that I'm really passionate about, but I'm not sure if it's significant enough to include in my college essay. Can sharing my hobby help my application, or should I focus on more academi …

Hi, I'm a high school junior and I'm beginning the college application process for the Ivy League schools. I have the Common App essay figured out, but I'm not sure when to start working on the supple …

Hi all! So, I've been stressing a little bit about my GPA and test scores. My GPA is pretty good, but my test scores aren't as high as I'd like. How do colleges weigh these two factors when considerin …

I had a rough freshman year and my GPA wasn't great, but I've been working hard ever since and have shown significant improvements. When applying to Ivy League schools, how should I address the low GP …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I want to make sure I'm doing everything I can to prepare for the college application process. What steps should I be taking now to ensure I'm ready when it's …

Hey everyone, just a stressed junior here looking at the application options for various colleges. What are the benefits of applying early decision, besides getting an answer sooner? Are there higher …

Hi everyone! I recently took the SAT and scored a 1400. I've been considering applying to some Ivy League schools, but I'm worried my score isn't high enough. Is a 1400 SAT a deal-breaker for Ivies? A …

Hello, I'm a high school junior and I've been researching Early Action. Is it possible to apply to multiple schools through EA, or am I limited to just one? Thanks for your help!

Hi everyone, I'm in my junior year, and I've been a bit confused about class rank and GPA on college applications. Which is more important to colleges? Should I focus more on improving my rank or GPA, …

My parents have been divorced for a few years, and I'm unsure how to navigate the FAFSA process. Should I list both of their incomes, or just one? Would really appreciate some advice from someone with …