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Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and I'm starting my college search. I'm not sure how to determine if a college is a good fit for me. What factors should I consider, and how did you guys figure out which c …

Hi there! I'm starting to work on my college applications and I'm a little bit stressed about the Common App essay. What are some tips and strategies for writing a strong essay that stands out? I'm re …

Hey, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about taking the SAT or ACT. I'm aiming for top colleges, and I was wondering what a good score would be to have a competitive application. Can anyone give …

Hi everyone, I'm currently a junior and I'm feeling a little bit stressed about the whole college process. I don't even know where to begin with my college search. Can anyone give me some pointers on …

Hi guys! I'm a junior and I've been considering applying early to some colleges. However, I'm not sure if Early Action or Early Decision is the better option for me. What factors should I consider whe …

Hey all, I'm starting to work on my college applications, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with everything I need to do. I want to make sure I'm managing my time effectively so I can submit the best …

Hey fellow juniors! I've heard that some colleges require interviews as part of the admissions process, and I'm honestly terrified. What can I do to prepare for these interviews, and what kind of ques …

Hello! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about my senior year schedule. I know colleges like to see rigorous courses, but I'm worried about overwhelming myself. How did you guys find a balance b …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about letters of recommendation for my college applications. I'm not sure how to approach my teachers and ask for them. Can anyone give me some advice …

Hello! I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to think about my college essays. I know that some colleges ask for a 'Why this college?' essay, and I want to make sure mine is really strong. Any …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I've been hearing a lot about Early Action and Early Decision, but I'm a little confused about the differences between them. Can anyone explain the pros and cons of each and …

Hi! I've been reading through the subreddit, and I noticed that many students mention taking SAT Subject Tests. Are they required for most colleges, or are they just an extra thing that could potentia …

Hi everyone, I'm currently a junior in high school and I've started thinking about college applications. I was wondering how important SAT Subject Tests are in the application process. Do I really nee …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and there's a college fair coming up in my area. I'm not sure if it's worth going, as I've heard mixed opinions about them. Do you think attending a college fair is helpful in t …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and I've been thinking about getting a college consultant to help me with my applications. How do I find a good college consultant? What should I look for in a consultant, …

Hi guys! I'm a junior and I'm still not sure what I want to major in. Can I apply to college undecided, or is it better to choose a major beforehand? If I do apply undecided, will it affect my chances …

Hi all, I'm a high school junior and I'm a bit worried about affording college. When should I start looking into financial aid options? Are there any resources you'd recommend? Thanks in advance!

Hi guys! I'm a junior starting to look at colleges, and I'm unsure about how to determine which college would be the best fit for me. I have a few in mind, but I'm not sure what factors to consider wh …

Hi guys! I'm a junior and I'm worried about my SAT/ACT scores. My GPA and extracurriculars are strong, but I'm struggling with standardized tests. Is it still possible to get into a good college with …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about scholarships for college. Does anyone have any advice on finding scholarships and what I should do to improve my chances of getting them? Thanks …