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Hello! I'm a junior, and I recently took the SAT/ACT. I got a decent score, but it's not quite as high as I was hoping for. Should I retake the test if I'm close to my target score, or should I focus …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm still unsure about what I want to major in. Is it possible to apply to college without declaring a major, or should I figure it out before applying? Any advice would …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been hearing a lot about the importance of having a 'hook' for college admissions. I'm not sure if I have a unique quality or talent that would qual …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school, and I've been wondering if colleges look at applicants' social media profiles during the admissions process. Should I be concerned about what's on mine? Than …

Hello! I'm researching colleges and trying to decide whether I want to apply to public or private universities. Can anyone help me understand the main differences between the two? Thank you!

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about my college applications. What can I do during my junior and senior year to strengthen my application and increase my chances of getting into my top- …

Hey guys! I know it's early, but I'm starting to think about what I'll need to bring to college when I move into a dorm. What are some essential items that you guys brought with you or wish you had? I …

Hey guys! I've been researching colleges and I'm having a hard time figuring out which one would be the best fit for me. What factors should I consider when making this decision, and how can I be sure …

Hi there! I'm a junior and I've been struggling to balance my schoolwork with my extracurricular activities. Does anyone have any tips on how to manage my time better? Thanks in advance!

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm starting to stress about balancing my college applications with my senior year workload. How did you all manage your time effectively during this busy period? Any tips or s …

Hi everyone! I'm starting to think about who I should ask for letters of recommendation, but I'm not sure how to approach them. What's the best way to ask my teachers to write a strong letter for me? …

Hey guys! I'm starting to prepare for standardized testing, and I'm wondering if I should take both the SAT and ACT or just focus on one. What do you think is the best strategy, and how should I decid …

Hey guys, I'm eligible for a fee waiver for my college applications, but I'm not exactly sure how to go about asking for one. Do I just email the admissions office and ask? What should I say in my ema …

Hi everyone! As a junior, I'm starting to plan some college campus visits. I want to make the most of these experiences and get a good feel for each school. Can anyone share tips for making the most o …

Hey all, I recently took the SAT/ACT and got a decent score, but I'm wondering if I should retake the test to try for a higher score. Is it worth the time and effort to retake the test, or should I fo …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school, and I'm considering the possibility of transferring colleges after my freshman year. What do colleges look for in transfer students? Is the process similar t …

Hello! I'm a junior with a lower GPA than I'd like but pretty high test scores. I'm worried that my GPA will hold me back in the college admissions process. How do colleges evaluate applicants like me …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to think about what I want to study in college. I have a few interests, but I'm not sure which one to focus on as my major. Does anyone have any …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and my parents both attended a prestigious university that I'm interested in applying to. How much does legacy status affect the admissions process? Should I mention it in my …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I've been debating whether I should take both the SAT and ACT or just focus on one. I know some colleges accept either test, but would taking both give me a better chanc …