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Hello! I'm a junior and I was wondering how important letters of recommendation are in the college admissions process. What should I look for in a recommender and how can I ensure that my letters are …

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Hi all! I'm a junior and I've been brainstorming ideas for my college application essay. I have a few different ideas, but I'm struggling to decide which one is the best. How can I choose a topic that …

Hey guys, I'm a junior in high school and I'm trying to decide whether to apply to state schools or private colleges. What are the main differences between the two? Thanks for your help!

Hey guys, I'm a junior in high school and I've been considering applying to some really competitive colleges. However, I'm unsure if it's worth the effort considering how low the acceptance rates are. …

Hey there, I'm a high school junior, and I want to make the most of my summer before senior year to prepare for college applications. What are some productive things I can do during the summer to get …

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to think about what major I want to choose for my college applications. I have a few interests, but I'm not sure how to narrow it down or if I s …

I'm starting to brainstorm ideas for my college essays, and I'm feeling a little overwhelmed. What topics or qualities should I focus on to make my essay stand out? Any tips or advice would be super h …

Hello, I'm a bit stressed about asking my teachers for recommendation letters. I want to make sure I ask in a polite and respectful way. What's the best approach to this? Should I do it in person or v …

Hi guys, I'm a high school junior, and I'm trying to decide whether to take more challenging courses next year. I've heard that colleges like to see rigor on your transcript, but I'm worried that chal …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've heard that some colleges require interviews as part of the application process. I tend to get nervous during interviews, so I want to make sure I'm well-prepared. Do yo …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I want to create a strong resume for my college applications. What are some things I should include or focus on? Any tips on formatting or what to emphasize would be super h …

Hey everyone! I'm considering attending a community college before transferring to a four-year university. Can anyone give me some advice on the pros and cons of this path? Thanks a lot!

Hey guys! I'm trying to plan my senior year courses, and I'm wondering if it's better to take easier classes and maintain a high GPA or take more challenging classes and potentially have a lower GPA. …

Hi there! I'm a junior and I'm starting to feel overwhelmed by the college application process. How can I manage my time effectively and make sure I stay on track with everything? Any suggestions woul …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and I'm trying to decide whether to take the SAT or the ACT. I've heard that some colleges prefer one test over the other, but I'm not sure if that's true. Can anyone provi …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've been researching different types of colleges. How can I decide whether a large university or a small liberal arts college would be the best fit for me? What are the …

Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I've been working part-time for a while now. I was wondering if having a job would be viewed positively by colleges. Should I include it in my application, or is it not imp …

Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I'm taking a few AP classes this year. I want to do well on the exams, but I'm not sure how to study efficiently. Any tips or suggestions on preparing for AP exams would be …

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