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How important are college rankings in the application process?

Hello fellow students! I'm a junior and I've been looking at various college rankings, but I'm not sure how much weight I should give them when making my college list. Can anyone provide some perspect …

a year ago

Do I have a chance at getting into a top-tier college?

Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I'm feeling a little nervous about college admissions. My GPA is solid (4.2 weighted), and I have a 33 on the ACT. However, I'm not sure if my extracurricul …

a year ago

Is it worth it to apply for financial aid?

Hi there! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about the financial aspect of college. My family isn't super wealthy, but I'm not sure if we'd qualify for financial aid. Is it worth it to apply for f …

a year ago

What should I look for when researching colleges?

Hi all! I'm a junior starting to research colleges, and I'm feeling a little overwhelmed. There are so many options, and I don't know what criteria I should be using to narrow down my choices. What sh …

a year ago

What can I do to make my application stand out?

Hey guys, I'm starting to work on my college applications and I want to make sure they stand out. What are some unique or creative things I can do to make my application more memorable? I'd love to he …

a year ago

Will my AP scores affect my college admissions chances?

Hi there, I'm a junior in high school, and I've been taking AP classes. I was wondering if my AP scores will have a significant impact on my college admissions chances? Should I be worried if I don't …

a year ago

What is the best way to prepare for AP exams?

Hey everyone, I'm taking a few AP classes this year and I'm starting to think about preparing for the exams. What are some effective study methods or resources you've used to prepare for AP exams? Any …

a year ago

Balancing school work and college applications?

Hi, fellow juniors! I'm already feeling overwhelmed with school work, and I'm worried about how I'll manage my time when it comes to applying for colleges. How did you all find a balance between schoo …

a year ago

What are my chances of getting into an Ivy League?

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I've been dreaming of attending an Ivy League school. I have a solid GPA, good extracurriculars, and I'm currently studying for the SAT. I know it's hard to predict, but …

a year ago

Is it bad if I don't have any leadership positions?

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior and I've been involved in a few clubs, but I haven't held any leadership positions. Will this hurt my college applications? Should I try to get more involved in l …

a year ago

How do I choose which standardized tests to submit to colleges?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and I've taken both the SAT and ACT. I'm not sure which scores I should submit to colleges, or if I should submit both. Can anyone provide some advice on how to make this d …

a year ago

How can I improve my college application during my junior year?

Hey guys! I'm currently a junior and want to make sure my college application is as strong as possible. What are some things I can do during my junior year to improve my application? Any advice would …

a year ago

What is the role of standardized test scores in admissions?

Hey guys, I've been stressing a bit about my SAT and ACT scores. I'm not sure how much weight they carry in the college admissions process. Should I be focusing more on improving my scores, or should …

a year ago

What should I consider when choosing which colleges to apply to?

Hi all, I'm a junior trying to come up with a list of colleges to apply to. There are so many options, and I'm not sure what factors I should be considering when making my decision. Can anyone share s …

a year ago

How to balance school work and extracurriculars during college application season?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm getting a little bit stressed about balancing school work, extracurriculars, and applying to colleges next year. How did you manage your time during application seas …

a year ago

How should I prioritize my time during junior year?

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and there's so much to do this year, like focusing on my grades, preparing for standardized tests, and getting involved in extracurriculars. I'm feeling a little overwhelmed …

a year ago

What can I do to improve my chances of getting into an Ivy League school?

Hi all, I'm a junior and my dream is to attend an Ivy League school. I know that the admissions process is highly competitive, so I'm looking for ways to improve my chances of getting in. Can anyone o …

a year ago

Do colleges consider weighted or unweighted GPA?

Hey, I'm a junior right now, and I've been wondering whether colleges look at weighted or unweighted GPAs when reviewing applications. My school uses a weighted GPA system, so I'm not sure how that tr …

a year ago

What do colleges look for in a strong application?

Hey there! I want to make sure my college application is as strong as possible, but I'm not exactly sure what colleges are looking for. Are there any specific qualities or experiences that colleges pr …

a year ago

What should I consider when creating my college list?

Hi everyone! I'm starting to put together my college list, and I'm not sure what factors I should be considering when choosing schools. I know that I need to think about factors like location, size, a …

a year ago
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