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Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm curious about how colleges view AP classes when considering applications. I've taken a few AP classes, but I'm not sure if that's enough or if I should t …
Hi all! I'm a high school junior and I've been reading about the importance of having a 'spike' or a focused passion in the college admissions process. I have a variety of interests but I'm not sure i …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I recently took the SAT but my score is just below the average for some of my target schools. I'm wondering if I should retake the SAT or focus on other aspects of my co …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm trying to figure out the financial aid process. Is it possible to apply for financial aid after submitting my college applications, or do I need to do it at the same …
Hey guys, I'm starting to think about my college essays and I want to make sure I write a strong personal statement. What are some tips or advice you have for making my essay stand out? Any help would …
Hi everyone, I'm working on my college list and I'm not sure how to balance my reach, target, and safety schools. How many of each type of school should I apply to? Any advice or personal experiences …
Hi all, I'm a high school junior and I'll be asking for letters of recommendation soon. What should I do to ensure that I receive strong letters from my teachers? Are there any specific things I shoul …
I'm a little bit stressed about my college essays and was considering using CollegeVine's essay review service. Has anyone here used it before? If so, was it helpful? Thanks for sharing your experienc …
Hello! I'm a junior, and I've been thinking about visiting some college campuses to get a feel for the schools I'm interested in. When is the best time to start these visits, and how can I make the mo …
Hello! I'm a junior in high school, and I've taken a few online classes to supplement my regular coursework. I was wondering how colleges view these online courses on my transcript? Will they be consi …
Hello everyone! I'm working on my college applications and I'm curious what colleges are looking for in terms of extracurricular activities. Is it better to have a lot of different activities or to be …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about applying to college. I know that it's really competitive, especially for top-tier schools. What can I do to stand out in the application proc …
Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I've been starting to think about my college essays. I want to make sure they stand out and showcase who I am, but I'm not sure where to begin. Does anyone h …
Hello everyone! I'm a junior starting to create my college list, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the options. What factors should I consider when deciding which colleges to apply to? How di …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been thinking about my college essay a lot lately. I know it's a crucial part of my application, but I'm not sure how to make it truly stand out. Does anyone have any t …
Hello! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about the college application process. I know there are deadlines for everything, but I'm wondering how flexible these deadlines are. If something unexpe …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about how I'm going to pay for college. I know that scholarships can be a big help, but I'm not sure where to find them or how to apply. Can anyone …
Hello! I'm a junior from outside the US, and I'm considering applying to colleges in the US. I'm wondering if I can apply for financial aid as an international student, and if so, what's the process l …
Hey guys! I'm curious about how important standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) are in the college admissions process. Do they carry a lot of weight or are other factors more important? Thanks for any in …
Hey everyone! I'm a homeschooled junior and I'm wondering how colleges view applicants like me. Are there any specific things I should focus on or be aware of during the application process? Thanks fo …