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Hi there! I'm a junior, and I've taken a few AP courses. But I'm curious, how important are AP classes when applying to colleges? Do they weigh more heavily than other factors like GPA, extracurricula …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to look for scholarships to help pay for college. I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by the process. What are some tips for finding scholarships that are right f …

Hi guys! I'm a junior and I'll be taking the SAT/ACT soon. I've started studying, but I'm not sure what the best strategies are for preparing. What study techniques did you find most effective, and do …

I'm in the process of writing my college essay and I'm wondering if it's okay to use abbreviations like 'etc.' or 'e.g.' in the text. Will it make my essay look unprofessional or is it acceptable?

Hello, I'm a first-generation immigrant, and I was thinking about writing about my experiences in my college essay. Any tips or suggestions on what to focus on? I want to make sure it stands out and i …

Hello! I'm a first-generation immigrant, and I'd like to write my college essay about my experiences and the challenges I've faced. Can anyone offer any advice or tips on how to approach this topic in …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm starting to feel overwhelmed with balancing my college applications, schoolwork, and extracurriculars. Any advice on how to manage my time and stay organized during …

Hey, I'm a junior and I've been looking into Early Decision for one of my top college choices. I was wondering if applying ED actually increases my chances of getting accepted or if it's just a myth. …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I've been thinking about who to ask for letters of recommendation. How can I ensure that I get strong letters that will help my college application? Is there anything sp …

Hey all! I'm working on my college essay, and there's a particular moment I want to talk about that involves some strong language. Can I use a swear word in the context of quoting what was said, or sh …

Hey guys! I'm hoping to get accepted into multiple colleges, but I'm not sure how to choose the best one for me. Can anyone give me some advice on how to make this decision? I'd really appreciate it!

Hi all, I'm a first-generation immigrant, and I believe it has played a significant role in my life. I want to convey this in my college essay, but I don't want to come across as clichéd or repetitive …

I'm feeling a bit stressed about the college essay writing process. I want to make sure I have enough time to write a strong essay, but I'm not sure how long it will take. What's a reasonable amount o …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior at a prestigious high school, and I'm wondering if this will help my chances of getting into a top college. Does the reputation of my high school matter when it comes to coll …

Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about whether I should apply early action or early decision to my top-choice colleges. What are the main differences between the two, and how can I de …

Hello! I'm a junior and I need to start preparing for the SAT/ACT. What are the best ways to study and improve my scores? Are there any resources or strategies you guys recommend? Thanks so much!

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to think about how to spend my summer before senior year. I want to make sure I'm doing something productive that will help strengthen my colleg …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm starting to research scholarships for college. I'm unsure whether to focus on merit-based or need-based scholarships. What factors should I consider w …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school and I'm wondering when I should start working on my college essay. Should I start now or wait until senior year? Any advice on how to manage my time effective …

I've heard some horror stories about students getting caught plagiarizing their essays, but I'm curious about what exactly happens if you're caught. Do colleges automatically reject your application, …