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Hey there! I'm a junior and I'm trying to plan out my standardized testing schedule. I've heard that some students take both the SAT and ACT, while others only take one. Do you think it's necessary to …

Hi guys! I'm a junior in high school, and I've switched schools a couple of times due to my parent's jobs. I was wondering how colleges view students who have switched schools during high school. Will …

Hi everyone, I'm applying to some highly selective colleges, and I've been hearing a lot about the importance of demonstrated interest. I'm not sure how much it matters for these schools, and I'm wond …

Hi all! I'm a junior and I'm starting to prepare for college interviews. I'm a bit nervous and I want to make a good impression. Can anyone share some tips or advice on how to prepare and what to expe …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'm an international student hoping to study in the US. I'm not sure what kind of financial aid is available for international students like me. Can anyone provide some i …

Hi guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about where I want to go to college. There are so many factors to consider, and I'm not sure which ones are the most important. Can anyone offer some ad …

Hello everyone, I'm a junior, and I'm working on my college application portfolio. I'm not sure what I should include to best showcase my talents and accomplishments. Can anyone provide some guidance …

Hello! I'm a junior working on my list of colleges to apply to. How do I create a balanced list that includes reach, target, and safety schools? What factors should I consider when categorizing school …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to think about my college applications. I've been involved in various extracurriculars, but I'm curious if colleges have a preference for certai …

Hey, I'm a junior and I've started researching scholarships to help pay for college. I'm hoping to qualify for a merit-based scholarship, but I'm not sure what I can do to improve my chances of receiv …

Hey, I just found out that I've been waitlisted at my top choice school and I'm not sure what to do next. Should I send a letter of continued interest or focus on other options? Any advice would be ap …

Hey there! I'm a junior and I'm starting to research colleges to create my college list. I want to make sure I have a balanced list of schools that are a good fit for me. Can anyone offer some advice …

Hello! I'm currently a junior, and I'm wondering about the importance of AP classes in college admissions. I've taken a few AP classes and done well, but I'm worried it might not be enough. How many A …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior, and I've been thinking about what I want to study in college. I have a few interests, but I'm not sure how to choose the right major for me. What factors should I conside …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to look into college costs. My family isn't extremely wealthy, but I'm not sure if we qualify for financial aid. Is it still worth applying for it? Does it a …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior in high school and I've been looking at the average SAT/ACT scores for some of the colleges I'm interested in. My scores are a bit below the average for some schools, so I'm …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and I'm already stressing about balancing college applications and senior year. How can I manage my time effectively and make sure I get everything done? Any tips on stayin …

Hello! I'm a junior and I've heard that showing interest in a college can improve your chances of getting in. How important is this, and what are some ways to demonstrate interest? Thanks so much!

Hey guys, I'm struggling to find a good balance between schoolwork and my extracurricular activities. Can anyone give me some tips on how to manage my time better? Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I recently took the SAT/ACT for the first time. My score is pretty good, but I think I might be able to do better if I retake it. Is it worth trying to improve my score, …