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Hi! I've heard that many colleges have a 'holistic' admissions process, but I'm not exactly sure what that means. Can you explain what it entails and how it might affect my chances of getting accepted …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about where I want to apply to college. There are so many options, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. What factors should I consider when choosing whic …

Hi there! I'm a junior starting the college search process, and I want to make sure I have a good list of safety schools in addition to my reach and match schools. Can anyone recommend some good safet …

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior from outside the United States, and I'm interested in applying to American colleges. What should I be aware of as an international student? Are there any specific …

Hi there! I'm a junior and I'm considering applying to a few colleges through their Early Action programs. Is it possible to apply to more than one college this way, or am I limited to just one? Thank …

I recently took the SAT and got a score that's just below my target. I'm considering retaking it, but I'm not sure if it's worth the time and effort. What do you guys think? Should I give it another s …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm not sure whether I should prioritize taking harder classes or maintaining a high GPA. What do colleges value more, and what should I focus on? Thanks for any help!

Hey, I'm trying to decide whether I should apply to larger universities or smaller colleges. Can you provide some insight into the pros and cons of each? I want to make the best decision for my future …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior, and I've been looking into summer programs at various colleges. Are these programs worth the time and expense? Do they really boost my chances of getting into the college th …

Hey guys! So, I took the ACT and got a pretty good score, but I think I might be able to do even better if I retake it. Is it worth the time and effort to try again, or should I focus on other parts o …

Hi fellow students and collegevine experts! I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to think about how I'm going to pay for college. I know that financial aid can help, but I'm not exactly sure what …

Hi there! I'm a junior, and my dream is to get into a prestigious college like Harvard or Stanford. My grades are pretty good, and I have a few extracurriculars, but I'm not sure what else I can do to …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I know that paying for college can be a big challenge. I'm not sure how to go about asking for financial aid or what the process is like. Can anyone give me some advice or s …

Hi all! I'm a junior and I've heard that some colleges require or recommend interviews as part of the admissions process. What are some good questions to ask during these interviews? Thanks for any ad …

Hello! I'm starting to think about which colleges I want to apply to next year, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. There are so many options! Can anyone give me some guidance on what factors I should …

Hello! I'm currently a junior and I've been dreaming of getting into a top university. My GPA and test scores are pretty good, but I'm not sure if it's enough. What else can I do to improve my chances …

Hi everyone, I've been thinking about taking some online courses to supplement my high school classes. Do colleges value these courses during the admissions process? Thanks for your input!

Hello, I'm a junior, and I'm wondering how important standardized test scores are in the college admissions process. I know they're a factor, but I'm not sure how much weight they carry. Can anyone pr …

Hey there! I'm a high school junior, and I'm trying to figure out the ideal balance of reach, target, and safety schools on my college list. What do you think is a good ratio? Any advice would be grea …

Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I've been thinking about applying to colleges outside the United States. What are the pros and cons of studying abroad? Is it worth considering? Thanks for any advice!