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Hi guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to research colleges, but I'm not sure where to begin. I know there are a lot of resources out there, but I'm not sure which ones are the most helpfu …

Hi guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to research colleges. I want to get a feel for the social life and campus culture at different schools. What's the best way to find out more about this aspect of …

Hi all! I've heard that taking a foreign language in high school is important for college admissions. Is this true? And if so, how many years of a foreign language should I take? Thanks for any advice …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and getting more and more anxious about the college application process. I keep hearing about the importance of having a 'hook' to stand out in top-tier school admissions. What …

Hello collegevine! I was wondering, what are some effective strategies for showing a college that I'm genuinely interested in attending their school? I've heard that attending events and visiting the …

Hi all! I'm a junior, and I'm working on putting together a balanced list of colleges to apply to. How do I decide if a college should be considered a reach, target, or safety school for me? Are there …

Hey guys, I've always dreamed of going to an Ivy League school, but I'm not sure if I have a shot. My GPA is 4.0, and I have a 1450 SAT score. I'm also involved in some clubs and volunteer work. Is it …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior from outside the US, and I'm considering applying to colleges in the United States. How does the application process differ for international students, and what s …

Hi all, I'm a junior who's starting to feel a bit overwhelmed by the college application process. I've heard that admissions officers have to read thousands of applications each year, so I'm wondering …

Hello! I'm starting to visit colleges soon, and I want to make sure I get the most out of each visit. What should I be looking for or asking during these tours? Any advice would be greatly appreciated …

Hey there, I'm a junior and I'm worried about how my family's financial situation will affect my college admissions chances. How much does demonstrated financial need play a role in the decision-makin …

Hey guys, many colleges are making SAT/ACT scores optional this year. Should I still submit my scores if they're not required? I'm not sure if my scores will help or hurt my chances. Thanks for any ad …

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to think about college. I'm not sure where to begin when it comes to researching colleges. Are there any resources or websites you'd recommend? …

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm considering applying to some highly competitive colleges. What should I know about the admissions process for colleges with low acceptance rates? Any tips or advice would b …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been working on my college list, but it's getting a bit out of hand. I'm not sure how to narrow it down and focus on the schools that are the best fit for me. Do you ha …

Hi there! I've heard that demonstrated interest and interviews can play a role in college admissions, but I'm not sure how important they really are. Can anyone share their experience or knowledge on …

Hello! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been considering attending a community college before transferring to a university. I've heard there are some benefits to this approach, but I'm not sure w …

Hi all! I'm a junior and I'm trying to create my college list. How can I decide which schools to apply to? Are there any strategies for narrowing down my options? Thanks for any advice!

Hi there! I'm a junior and I'm trying to categorize the colleges I'm interested in as reach, match, or safety schools. What factors should I consider when making this decision? Thanks for any advice!

Hi everyone! I've heard a lot about the Common App, but I'm not exactly sure what it is or how it works. Can someone explain it to me, and is it something I should be using when I apply to colleges? T …