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Can I still get into a top college with a low SAT score?

Hi everyone, I'm a junior in high school and I recently took the SAT. My score was lower than I had hoped, and I'm worried that it will prevent me from getting into a top college. Is it still possible …

a year ago

How to decide on which college to attend after being accepted?

Hi everyone! I know I'm getting ahead of myself, but I'm already stressed about choosing a college once I get my acceptances (hopefully). How did you decide on the college you're attending now? What f …

a year ago

What do colleges look for in extracurriculars?

Hello! I'm a junior and I want to know what colleges look for in extracurricular activities. Should I focus more on depth or breadth, and how can I show my passion for my activities? Thanks!

a year ago

How do I balance applying to college with my senior year coursework?

Hi everyone! I'm a bit stressed about managing my college applications while keeping up with my senior year classes. How did you all balance your time between applications and schoolwork? Any tips or …

a year ago

Should I retake the SAT if I'm not happy with my score?

Hey there! I'm a junior and recently took the SAT. I'm not thrilled with my score, but I'm not sure if I should retake it. Should I give it another shot, or should I focus on other parts of my applica …

a year ago

How important is it to demonstrate interest to colleges?

Hey there! I'm currently a junior, and I've been hearing a lot about 'demonstrated interest' during the college admissions process. I'm wondering how important it is to show my interest in the college …

a year ago

How much do AP scores matter for college applications?

Hey guys, I'm a little stressed since I didn't get the scores I wanted on my AP exams last year. I'm wondering how much AP scores really matter when it comes to college admissions. Should I be worried …

a year ago

Is it better to take easier classes and get higher grades or harder classes and risk lower grades?

Hello! I'm a junior, and I'm trying to plan my senior year schedule. I'm not sure if it's better to take easier classes and get higher grades, or take harder classes and risk getting lower grades. Can …

a year ago

How do admissions officers view online classes on a high school transcript?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've taken a few online classes throughout high school. I'm wondering how admissions officers view these classes when evaluating my transcript. Do they consider them the …

a year ago

How do colleges view AP classes and exams?

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and have been taking several AP classes. I was wondering how colleges view AP classes and exams. Do they place a lot of importance on them? Any insight would be v …

a year ago

What should I consider when finalizing my college list?

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior working on finalizing my college list. I want to make sure I'm considering all the important factors when choosing where to apply. What criteria did you use when …

a year ago

How do I choose a college that's a good financial fit?

Hi, guys! I'm trying to figure out which colleges would be a good financial fit for me and my family. How did you decide? What factors should I consider? Thanks for any input!

a year ago

How do I choose the best college for my major?

Hey there! I'm a junior and I've been researching colleges based on my intended major. I'm wondering how I can determine which colleges have the best programs for my major. Does anyone have any tips o …

a year ago

How can I improve my chances of getting into a college with a low acceptance rate?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've been looking at some colleges with low acceptance rates. I know it's a long shot, but I really want to give it my all. What can I do to improve my chances of getting …

a year ago

What are some tips for writing a strong Common App essay?

Hey guys, I'm a junior right now, and I've been thinking about writing my Common App essay. I've heard that having a unique and compelling essay can really make a difference in the admissions process. …

a year ago

What are the most important factors that colleges consider in admissions?

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'm trying to get a better understanding of the college admissions process. I'm curious about what factors colleges consider most important when evaluating applicants. Ca …

a year ago

How should I approach the 'Why this college?' essay?

Hey guys! I'm a high school junior and am starting to think about my college application essays. I've heard that many colleges ask a 'Why this college?' question, and I'm unsure how to approach it. Ca …

a year ago

Is it bad to apply Early Decision to multiple colleges?

Hi there! I'm a high school junior who's been researching colleges, and I was thinking about applying Early Decision to more than one college. I know it's binding, but I'm a little bit stressed about …

a year ago

How can I find a good college essay topic?

Hello! I'm a junior and I've been thinking about my college essays, but I'm struggling to come up with a good topic. Does anyone have any advice on how to find a unique and interesting topic? Thanks i …

a year ago

What's the best way to ask for letters of recommendation?

Hey everyone! I'm going to need letters of recommendation for my college applications, and I'm not sure how to ask my teachers for them. What's the best way to approach them and make sure they write a …

a year ago
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