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Hello! I'm starting to think about which colleges I want to apply to next year, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. There are so many options! Can anyone give me some guidance on what factors I should …

Hello! I'm currently a junior and I've been dreaming of getting into a top university. My GPA and test scores are pretty good, but I'm not sure if it's enough. What else can I do to improve my chances …

Hi everyone, I've been thinking about taking some online courses to supplement my high school classes. Do colleges value these courses during the admissions process? Thanks for your input!

Hello, I'm a junior, and I'm wondering how important standardized test scores are in the college admissions process. I know they're a factor, but I'm not sure how much weight they carry. Can anyone pr …

Hey there! I'm a high school junior, and I'm trying to figure out the ideal balance of reach, target, and safety schools on my college list. What do you think is a good ratio? Any advice would be grea …

Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I've been thinking about applying to colleges outside the United States. What are the pros and cons of studying abroad? Is it worth considering? Thanks for any advice!

Hey guys! I'm starting to work on my college essays, and I really want them to be unique and memorable. Do any of you have tips for making my essays stand out? What are some common clichés I should av …

Hey collegevine, I'm considering transferring to a different college after my freshman year. Can you explain how colleges evaluate transfer students and what factors they consider when reviewing appli …

Hi there! With college applications coming up, I'm having trouble figuring out how to prioritize my tasks. What should I focus on first, and how can I make sure I'm using my time effectively? Thanks f …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I want to make the most of my summer before senior year. What are some productive things I can do to improve my college application? Any ideas or suggestions would be apprec …

Hi everyone! I'm starting to work on my college applications, and I'm looking for some helpful resources. What are the best websites, books, or other resources you've used to help with your own colleg …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm worried about choosing the wrong major for college. If I change my mind after being accepted, can I switch my major? How difficult is it to do so? Thanks for any hel …

Hey! I've heard that some students include their social media accounts in their college applications to showcase their interests and accomplishments. Is this something you would recommend, and if so, …

Hey all, I'm working on finalizing my college list, and I'm not sure how many safety, match, and reach schools I should apply to. What's a good balance to aim for? Any advice would be really helpful. …

Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior considering taking some online college courses to supplement my education and boost my college applications. Would colleges find this impressive or is it not wor …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I've heard that senior year grades aren't as important for college admissions since most applications are due before the year is over. Is this true, or should I still fo …

Hi all! I'm a high school junior, and I've been attending college fairs to learn more about different schools. I want to make the most of these events, but I'm not sure what questions I should be aski …

Hi all, I'm hoping to apply to some highly competitive colleges, and I'm looking for ways to increase my chances of getting accepted. What are some things I should focus on to make myself a stronger c …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm wondering how to handle being waitlisted by a college. If I end up on a waitlist, what can I do to improve my chances of being accepted? Any advice would be greatly …

Hey! I'm a junior and I'm curious if colleges look at class rank when making admissions decisions. Is it a significant factor, or do they focus more on other parts of the application? Thanks!