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What's the deal with extra letters of recommendation for college apps?

Hey folks! I've got a question. I've got my main letters of recommendation covered, but I've heard about these supplemental ones. What are they really for? Do they make a huge difference, or can I jus …

a year ago

How does earning college credits during high school impact college admissions?

Yikes, I'm kinda stressing out here. I took a couple of courses at a nearby college during my junior year and earned some college credits. But now I'm wondering how much weight college admissions offi …

a year ago

How can I compensate for lower GPA and test scores in my college applications?

As a junior, I'm concerned that my GPA and test scores might not be as high as some colleges would like. What other aspects of my application should I focus on to compensate for these lower scores? An …

a year ago

How to address changing high schools in college applications?

I'm a junior, and I recently changed high schools due to personal circumstances. I'm concerned about how this may be perceived by college admissions officers. How should I address this change in my co …

a year ago

Any suggestions for productive summer activities for juniors?

Yo, juniors! What are y'all doing this summer before the crazy senior year starts? Any cool plans or ideas? I'm still trying to figure out what I want to do, so I'd love some inspiration. Are you guys …

a year ago

Can extracurriculars make up for a low GPA in college applications?

Hey, I'm a junior with a not-so-great GPA, but I've got a bunch of extracurriculars. Can those make up for my low GPA when applying to colleges? What do you think?

a year ago

What colleges are stingy with aid?

I was wondering if anyone knows which colleges are known for being stingy with financial aid? I want to avoid applying to schools that won't offer much help. Thanks!

a year ago

Anyone else here planning on going to a state school?

Hey fellow juniors, I've been thinking about attending a state school for college. I was wondering if any of you are considering state schools as well? If so, what are your reasons for choosing a stat …

a year ago

Best HS classes for premed?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been thinking about going into the medical field after I graduate. I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on which high school classes w …

a year ago

Writing tips for college essay?

Hey everyone! I'm starting to work on my college essay, and I'm looking for some writing tips to make it stand out. If you have any suggestions or advice on how to write a strong college essay, please …

a year ago

Which T10 college has the most holistic approach to admissions?

As I research top 10 colleges for my applications, I'm interested in finding out which one is known for having the most holistic admissions process. I want to make sure I'm applying to a college that …

a year ago

What factors should I consider when deciding whether to attend a community college or a four-year university?

I've been contemplating the option of attending a community college before transferring to a four-year university. I understand that there can be financial and academic benefits to this approach, but …

a year ago

How to narrow down my scholarship search?

I'm starting my scholarship search for college, and there are so many options out there. Does anyone have tips on how to narrow down the search to find scholarships that are the best fit for me?

a year ago

What's the deal with test-optional?

Hey guys! I'm seeing that a lot of colleges are still going test-optional. What's the deal with that? How does it affect the application process? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks!

a year ago

How do colleges weigh first-generation college student status in their admissions decisions?

I'm feeling a bit anxious about the college application process, and I'm curious about how being a first-generation college student might affect my chances of getting into a good school. Do colleges c …

a year ago

What's the best way to learn about the profiles of students admitted to my dream college?

Hey guys! I'm trying to get an idea of what kind of students get accepted into my dream college. Does anyone know where I can find information on accepted students, like their GPA, test scores, and ex …

a year ago

Can I still get into a good college if I had a bad freshman year in high school?

Hello everyone, I am currently a junior in high school and have started to think about my college applications. I must admit that my freshman year was not my strongest academically, and I am concerned …

a year ago

Can I include my part-time job as an extracurricular activity on my college application?

Hello everyone, I am currently a junior in high school and have started to think about my college applications. As I begin to compile a list of my extracurricular activities, I am wondering if I shoul …

a year ago

Is it worth spending money on a summer pre-college program?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior stressed about college applications and looking for ways to strengthen my application. I've been thinking about attending a summer pre-college program, but they're really ex …

a year ago

What's a cool summer activity to boost my ECs?

Hey, I'm a junior looking for a fun summer activity that can also help my college apps. I'm into art and run track. Any ideas? Thanks!

a year ago
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