CollegeVine Expert FAQ

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Is it worth applying to a college if I'm below their average admitted GPA?

Hi everyone! I'm feeling stressed because my GPA is below the average for some of the colleges I'm interested in. Is it still worth applying, or should I focus on schools where my GPA is more competit …

a year ago

How do I make my extracurricular activities stand out?

Hi there! I'm a junior, and I've been involved in a few extracurricular activities throughout high school. However, I'm worried that they might not be unique or interesting enough to stand out on my c …

a year ago

How do I know if I should apply to a college as a reach, match, or safety?

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm starting to put together a list of colleges to apply to. I've heard that it's important to have a mix of reach, match, and safety schools, but I'm not sure how to determ …

a year ago

What should I do if my parents have a different college preference than I do?

Hey everyone! My parents and I have different opinions on what colleges I should apply to. How can I have a productive conversation with them and find a compromise? I want to make sure we're all on th …

a year ago

What is considered a 'safety' school?

Hi, I'm putting together my college list and I've heard that I should have a few 'safety' schools on it. What exactly qualifies as a safety school, and how many should I include on my list? Thanks for …

a year ago

Can I submit both ACT and SAT scores to colleges?

Hi all! I'm a junior and I've taken both the ACT and SAT. I'm wondering if it's beneficial to submit both scores to colleges, or if I should just submit the one that's stronger. What do you guys think …

a year ago

Can I submit SAT Subject Test scores if they're not required?

Hi everyone! I'm a bit stressed because I've taken some SAT Subject Tests and have done well on them, but the colleges I'm applying to don't require them. Is it still possible to submit these scores t …

a year ago

Can I transfer college credits from high school?

Hey CollegeVine! I'm a junior and I've taken some dual enrollment courses at my local community college. Will these credits transfer to a four-year college, and if so, how do I go about making sure th …

a year ago

How important is demonstrated interest in the admissions process?

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I've heard that showing demonstrated interest in a college can help your chances of getting in. How important is it really, and what are some ways to show demonstr …

a year ago

What's the best way to research colleges?

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I'm struggling with how to research colleges effectively. With so much information out there, it can be overwhelming. Can anyone give me some tips on how to find t …

a year ago

How can I improve my chances of getting into a top-ranked college?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior with my sights set on some top-ranked colleges. I have a good GPA, strong extracurriculars, and I'm planning to take the SAT soon. What else can I do to improve my chances of …

a year ago

How do I choose the right college for my career goals?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I have a pretty clear idea of what I want to do career-wise. How do I choose a college that will best prepare me for my career goals? What factors should I consider when …

a year ago

What are the differences between Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision?

Hey everyone! I'm a junior, and I've been researching college application deadlines. I've come across Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision, but I'm not sure what the differences are betw …

a year ago

How can I make the most of college tours?

I'm starting to plan some college tours, but I want to make sure I get the most out of them. What should I be looking for and what questions should I ask during my visits? Thanks for any tips!

a year ago

How do colleges view community college courses?

Hey everyone! I'm a junior, and I've taken some community college courses while in high school. I was wondering how colleges view these courses when making admissions decisions. Do they see them as a …

a year ago

Do AP scores factor heavily into college admissions?

Hello! I've been taking multiple AP classes throughout high school, and I'm wondering how much my AP scores will impact my college applications. Are colleges more interested in my grades in AP classes …

a year ago

How do college interviews work?

Hi, I'm a junior and I've heard that some colleges require interviews as part of the application process. Can anyone explain how these interviews work, what to expect, and how to prepare for them? Tha …

a year ago

Do colleges prefer AP courses or dual enrollment classes?

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm trying to plan out my senior year schedule. I have the option to take AP courses or dual enrollment classes, but I'm not sure which one colleges prefer. Can anyone share th …

a year ago

How much do recommendation letters matter in college admissions?

Hey collegevine! I'm wondering how important recommendation letters are in the college admissions process. I have some great teachers who can write me strong letters, but I'm not sure how much weight …

a year ago

Can I submit additional letters of recommendation?

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm planning to ask for recommendation letters soon. I have a few teachers and coaches who could write strong letters for me, but I'm not sure if I can submit more than the req …

a year ago
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