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Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been mostly looking at colleges in my home state. However, I'm starting to wonder if I should consider applying to schools out of state. What are the pros and cons of g …
Hi all! I've seen some posts mentioning 'demonstrated interest' and its impact on college admissions. How important is it really, and what are some effective ways to show interest in a specific colleg …
Hi everyone! I'm planning to take the SAT and ACT this year, but I'm not sure how to start studying. There are so many resources out there, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. What's the best way to pr …
Hey guys, I've been hearing rumors that some colleges might start to use AI detectors to analyze college essays to ensure they're authentic. I'm a little bit stressed about that because I want my essa …
With summer approaching, I want to make sure I use my time productively to strengthen my college applications. What are some valuable activities or programs I could participate in this summer to set m …
Hello everyone, I'm a first-generation immigrant, and I'm considering writing my college essay about my experiences. I want to make sure I convey my story effectively without sounding too cliché. Any …
Hello everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm already feeling stressed and overwhelmed by the thought of the college application process. I know it's a long and challenging journey, but I'm str …
Hey everyone, I'm a senior and I sent out my college applications a while back. However, my first-semester grades recently came in and they're higher than my previous GPA. Is there a chance that colle …
Hello! I'm a junior researching colleges, and I really like the idea of being a part of Greek life. I was wondering if Greek life is common at Ivy League schools or is it something that they don't emp …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I know that I'll need to ask for recommendation letters from my teachers soon. I'm a little nervous about it and I don't want to come across as pushy or demanding. Do you …
Hello! I'm a high school junior and mental health is really important to me. I'm wondering how colleges typically handle mental health support for students on campus. Any insights or experiences would …
Hello! I'm currently a junior, and I'm a little stressed about college admissions. I was wondering how important SAT subject tests are in determining my chances of getting into a good college. Should …
I've been putting together my list of schools that I want to apply to, but I'm worried about the cost of application fees. Is it possible to ask for fee waivers, and if so, how do I go about requestin …
Hi, I accidentally submitted my college application twice and paid the fee both times. Does anyone know how I can request a refund for the duplicate submission? Any help would be appreciated!
I spent my junior year studying abroad, and I missed certain activities and courses that other students took at my home school. Will this negatively affect my college applications, or will admissions …
Hi everyone! I'm really passionate about learning languages and have taught myself a new language (with some help from language apps and books) outside of school courses. Is this something I should li …
Hi everyone, I'm currently planning my course schedule for next year (I'm a junior). I'm thinking about taking a lighter course load so I can fully focus on the classes and maintain a high GPA. Will t …
Hey y'all! So Princeton has been my dream school since I was young, but if I'm being honest, my grades aren't the best. I had some personal setbacks in my sophomore year, but I've recovered, and my ex …
Hi all, I've always dreamed of being a doctor, but my grades in high school have been less than ideal. I know medical school can be very competitive, so should I even try? Can I still pursue a medical …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and I've been considering taking a gap year after high school. I have some exciting plans and opportunities, but I'm worried that taking a year off might negatively impact …