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I'll be honest, my GPA is not the best but I really want to get into a decent college. Is it still possible for me to get into a good college with a low GPA? What can I do to improve my chances? Thank …
Hello, I'm a junior and I'm considering both public and private colleges. What are the main differences between the two, and what factors should I take into account when making my decision? Thanks for …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide if I should get a part-time job or focus on my extracurricular activities. I'm worried that having a job will take away from my ability to participat …
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about whether I want to attend an in-state or out-of-state college. What factors should I consider when making this decision? Are there any significant …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I had a rough start to high school, but my grades have been steadily improving since then. I'm wondering how college admissions officers will view this upward trend in my …
Hello fellow juniors! I've been thinking about my college essay and I'm not sure how to make it unique and memorable. I want to stand out from the crowd, but I don't want to seem like I'm trying too h …
Hi guys, I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to research colleges, but I'm not sure where to begin. I know there are a lot of resources out there, but I'm not sure which ones are the most helpfu …
Hi guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to research colleges. I want to get a feel for the social life and campus culture at different schools. What's the best way to find out more about this aspect of …
Hi all! I've heard that taking a foreign language in high school is important for college admissions. Is this true? And if so, how many years of a foreign language should I take? Thanks for any advice …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and getting more and more anxious about the college application process. I keep hearing about the importance of having a 'hook' to stand out in top-tier school admissions. What …
Hello collegevine! I was wondering, what are some effective strategies for showing a college that I'm genuinely interested in attending their school? I've heard that attending events and visiting the …
Hi all! I'm a junior, and I'm working on putting together a balanced list of colleges to apply to. How do I decide if a college should be considered a reach, target, or safety school for me? Are there …
Hey guys, I've always dreamed of going to an Ivy League school, but I'm not sure if I have a shot. My GPA is 4.0, and I have a 1450 SAT score. I'm also involved in some clubs and volunteer work. Is it …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior from outside the US, and I'm considering applying to colleges in the United States. How does the application process differ for international students, and what s …
Hi all, I'm a junior who's starting to feel a bit overwhelmed by the college application process. I've heard that admissions officers have to read thousands of applications each year, so I'm wondering …
Hello! I'm starting to visit colleges soon, and I want to make sure I get the most out of each visit. What should I be looking for or asking during these tours? Any advice would be greatly appreciated …
Hey there, I'm a junior and I'm worried about how my family's financial situation will affect my college admissions chances. How much does demonstrated financial need play a role in the decision-makin …
Hey guys, many colleges are making SAT/ACT scores optional this year. Should I still submit my scores if they're not required? I'm not sure if my scores will help or hurt my chances. Thanks for any ad …
Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to think about college. I'm not sure where to begin when it comes to researching colleges. Are there any resources or websites you'd recommend? …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm considering applying to some highly competitive colleges. What should I know about the admissions process for colleges with low acceptance rates? Any tips or advice would b …