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What should I do if I've been waitlisted at my dream college?

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm trying to prepare myself for all possible outcomes during the college application process. If I end up getting waitlisted at my dream college, what should I do to increa …

a year ago

What should I focus on in my college essay?

Hi all, I've been stressing a bit over my college essay. I'm not sure what topic to choose or what aspects of my life I should focus on. Is there a general theme or approach that would be more effecti …

a year ago

How can I show leadership on my college applications?

Hi all! I've heard that leadership is important for college applications, but I'm not sure how to demonstrate it. What are some ways I can show leadership both in and out of school? Any tips or advice …

a year ago

Can I apply to college without taking the SAT or ACT?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm wondering if it's possible to apply to college without taking the SAT or ACT. I've heard that some schools are test-optional, but I'm not sure if that's a good optio …

a year ago

What factors should I consider when creating a college list?

Hello! I'm currently a junior and I'm beginning to research colleges to create my application list. What factors did you all consider when making your lists, and how did you narrow it down? I want to …

a year ago

How do I know if my college application is complete?

Hello! I'm in the process of submitting my college applications, and I want to make sure I've included everything that's required. How can I double-check that my application is complete and ready to b …

a year ago

Is it better to take the SAT or ACT?

Hi guys! I'm a junior, and I'm trying to decide whether to take the SAT or ACT. I know some people say one is easier than the other, but I'm not sure which one would be better for me. How did you guys …

a year ago

How important is college networking for future career success?

Hello! I'm a high school junior and I've heard that networking at college can be important for future career opportunities. I'm not sure how to approach networking and how much emphasis I should put o …

a year ago

How can I appeal a college admissions decision?

Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I'm wondering about the process of appealing a college admissions decision. If I'm not accepted to my top choice college, is there any way to appeal the decision and possib …

a year ago

What should I do if I don't have any leadership positions in my extracurriculars?

Hey guys, I'm a junior in high school and I've been involved in a few extracurriculars, but I haven't held any leadership positions. I'm worried that this might hurt my chances of getting into college …

a year ago

Do I need to submit all my SAT/ACT scores to colleges?

Hi, I've taken the SAT and ACT multiple times, and I'm not sure if I should submit all my scores to colleges. Is it better to only submit the highest scores or provide them all? Thanks for your help!

a year ago

What should I write my college essay about?

Hey everyone, I'm starting to think about my college essays, and I'm not sure what topic to choose. Do you have any advice on picking a subject that will make me stand out? I want to make sure my appl …

a year ago

How do I decide between colleges if I get multiple acceptances?

Hey! I know it's a bit early, but I'm already thinking about what I'll do if I get accepted to multiple colleges. How should I go about deciding between them? What factors should I consider, and how c …

a year ago

Can I submit my art portfolio with my college application?

Hi! I'm a junior, and I'm passionate about art. I've been working on building a portfolio throughout high school, and I was wondering if I can submit it with my college application. Will it help my ch …

a year ago

What should I do if I don't get accepted to any of the colleges I applied to?

Hello! I'm a bit stressed about the possibility of not getting accepted to any of the colleges I applied to. If that happens, what are my options? Can I reapply next year, or should I look into commun …

a year ago

Is it a good idea to apply to colleges with Rolling Admissions?

Hi all, I'm a junior and I've been looking into colleges with Rolling Admissions. What are the benefits of applying to these schools, and should I consider applying to some as part of my college list? …

a year ago

Can someone explain the differences between Early Action and Early Decision?

Hi everyone! I've been hearing a lot about Early Action and Early Decision, but I'm still a bit confused about the differences between the two. Could anyone help explain them to me and share some pros …

a year ago

Is it too late to improve my standardized test scores?

Hi, I'm a junior and I just got my SAT scores back. I didn't do as well as I hoped and I'm feeling really stressed about it. Is it too late for me to improve my scores or should I focus on other aspec …

a year ago

What resources are available for first-generation college applicants?

Hello, I'm a high school junior and I'll be the first in my family to attend college. Are there any resources or programs available specifically for first-generation applicants? Any guidance would be …

a year ago

Do I need to take the SAT and ACT, or is one test enough?

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 …

a year ago
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