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Hey guys, I've always dreamed of going to an Ivy League school, but I'm not sure if I have a shot. My GPA is 4.0, and I have a 1450 SAT score. I'm also involved in some clubs and volunteer work. Is it …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior from outside the US, and I'm considering applying to colleges in the United States. How does the application process differ for international students, and what s …

Hi all, I'm a junior who's starting to feel a bit overwhelmed by the college application process. I've heard that admissions officers have to read thousands of applications each year, so I'm wondering …

Hello! I'm starting to visit colleges soon, and I want to make sure I get the most out of each visit. What should I be looking for or asking during these tours? Any advice would be greatly appreciated …

Hey there, I'm a junior and I'm worried about how my family's financial situation will affect my college admissions chances. How much does demonstrated financial need play a role in the decision-makin …

Hey guys, many colleges are making SAT/ACT scores optional this year. Should I still submit my scores if they're not required? I'm not sure if my scores will help or hurt my chances. Thanks for any ad …

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to think about college. I'm not sure where to begin when it comes to researching colleges. Are there any resources or websites you'd recommend? …

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm considering applying to some highly competitive colleges. What should I know about the admissions process for colleges with low acceptance rates? Any tips or advice would b …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been working on my college list, but it's getting a bit out of hand. I'm not sure how to narrow it down and focus on the schools that are the best fit for me. Do you ha …

Hi there! I've heard that demonstrated interest and interviews can play a role in college admissions, but I'm not sure how important they really are. Can anyone share their experience or knowledge on …

Hello! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been considering attending a community college before transferring to a university. I've heard there are some benefits to this approach, but I'm not sure w …

Hi all! I'm a junior and I'm trying to create my college list. How can I decide which schools to apply to? Are there any strategies for narrowing down my options? Thanks for any advice!

Hi there! I'm a junior and I'm trying to categorize the colleges I'm interested in as reach, match, or safety schools. What factors should I consider when making this decision? Thanks for any advice!

Hi everyone! I've heard a lot about the Common App, but I'm not exactly sure what it is or how it works. Can someone explain it to me, and is it something I should be using when I apply to colleges? T …

Hello! I've been considering taking a gap year before college, but I'm concerned about how it will affect my chances of getting into my dream school. Do colleges view gap years positively or negativel …

Hey guys, I'm struggling to decide on a major for my college applications. I have a few interests, but I'm not sure which one I should focus on or how it might impact my chances of being accepted. Any …

Hi there, I'm starting to research colleges and their financial aid packages. I'm not sure what factors I should be considering when looking at the different offers. Can anyone give me some advice on …

Hey everyone! I was just wondering, how much weight do colleges put on extracurricular activities when reviewing applications? I'm a junior and I've been involved in several clubs and sports, but I'm …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I've been thinking about who to ask for letters of recommendation. How much weight do colleges put on these letters, and what should I look for in a teacher …

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I've been wondering if colleges care about my freshman year grades. I didn't do as well as I would have liked, but I've improved significantly since then. Will my …