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Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide whether to take the SAT, ACT, or both. What factors should I consider when making this decision? Thanks for the help!

Hi, I'm a junior trying to plan out my senior year classes. My school offers both AP and IB courses, and I'm not sure which one colleges value more. Does anyone know if there's a preference? I'd appre …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with trying to balance my schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and the upcoming college application process. Does anyone have any advice on …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I've taken both the SAT and ACT. I'm not sure if I should submit both scores to colleges, or if I should just submit the one that's higher. What do you guys think? Thanks …

Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to work on my college application resume. What should I include, and how can I make it stand out? Any tips or resources would be appreciated! T …

Hello! Due to the pandemic, I haven't been able to visit colleges in person, and I'm worried this will make it harder to show my interest in the schools I'm applying to. Are there other ways to demons …

Hello! I'm a junior in high school and I'm considering attending community college before transferring to a four-year college. What are the pros and cons of this path? Will it affect my chances of get …

Hi all! I'm curious about how involved my parents should be in the college application process. What role should they play, and how can they best support me during this time? Any advice would be appre …

Hey guys! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm starting to prepare for the SAT/ACT. I've heard mixed opinions about how important these tests are for college admissions. Can anyone provide some insigh …

Hey everyone, I'm already feeling a bit stressed about the whole college application process, and I'm only a junior! I know it's going to get even more intense next year. What are some good ways to st …

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm trying to create my college list. I want to make sure I'm only applying to schools that are financially feasible for my family and me. How can I determine if a college is a …

Hi there, I'm currently a junior in high school and I'm a little bit stressed about my community service hours. I've done a variety of volunteering activities, but I'm wondering if colleges have a pre …

Hi everyone! I'm starting to think about my college essays, and I want to make sure they're top-notch. What tips do you have for writing a compelling and unique essay that will stand out to admissions …

Hey guys! I'm starting to work on my college applications, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the different deadlines. How do you guys keep track of everything and make sure you don't miss any i …

Hi all! I'm a junior and I've been researching different colleges. I've seen a lot about demonstrated interest and how it can affect admissions decisions. I'm just wondering, how important is it to vi …

Hi guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm already starting to feel stressed about the college application process. How do you handle the stress and stay organized? Are there any tips or resources that …

Hello, I'm a high school junior, and I've been wondering how much demonstrated financial need plays a role in college admissions. Will it hurt my chances of getting accepted if I need a lot of financi …

Hi! I've been homeschooled throughout high school, and I'm wondering how colleges evaluate homeschooled applicants. Are there any specific things they look for? Do I need to provide additional materia …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've been thinking about the whole college application process. I know essays play a big role in admissions, so when do you think is the best time to start writing them? …

Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I've been wondering how much extracurricular activities actually matter when it comes to college admissions. I'm involved in a few clubs at school, but I'm …