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Hi there! I'm a junior and starting to think about letters of recommendation for college applications. How should I go about asking teachers for letters? What's the best way to approach them, and when …

Hi collegevine, I've taken several AP and honors courses throughout high school, and I've maintained a pretty good GPA. However, I'm worried that colleges might not take the rigor of my coursework int …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been thinking about where I want to live when I go to college. I know that some students live on campus, while others live off campus, but I'm not sure which option is …

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior and I've been stressing about standardized tests like the SAT and ACT. What role do these tests play in college admissions, and how important are they compared to …

Hello! I recently took the ACT and received a score of 28. I'm not super thrilled with my score and I'm considering retaking it. Is it worth retaking, or should I focus on other aspects of my college …

Hey! I'm considering applying to both in-state and out-of-state colleges, but I'm not sure how to weigh the pros and cons of each. What factors should I consider when deciding between in-state and out …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I recently got my SAT/ACT scores back. While my scores are decent, I think I could do better. Should I retake the test to try and improve my scores, or should …

Hello! As a high school junior, I'm starting to think about my college essays and I really want to make an impression on the admissions officers. I know that a unique and well-written essay can make a …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior and I'm planning to attend a college fair soon. What are some good questions I should ask the college representatives? I want to make the most of my time there. Thanks for …

Hi all, I'm a junior and I'm curious about how college waitlists work. How do colleges decide who to take off the waitlist, and what can I do to increase my chances of getting off the waitlist if I en …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've been stressing about picking a major before applying to college. Is it necessary to have a major decided beforehand, or can I figure it out once I'm enrolled? Any ad …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior and I recently took the SAT/ACT, but I'm not thrilled with my score. Should I retake the test, or focus on other aspects of my application? How many times is it acceptable …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior in high school, and I've been dreaming about attending a specific college for years. However, I know that there's always a chance I won't get in. What should I do if I don't …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I've been involved in a few clubs, but I haven't had any leadership positions yet. How important is it to show leadership in my extracurriculars for colle …

As a junior, I feel like everyone around me already knows what they want to study in college, but I'm still unsure. Will this hurt my chances of getting into a good college? Thanks in advance for the …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been wondering how important community service is for college applications. How much weight do colleges place on volunteer work, and what types of community service act …

Hi everyone, I'm considering applying early decision to my top choice school, but I've heard mixed opinions on whether it actually helps or not. Can anyone share their experience or thoughts on this? …

Hey, I'm a high school junior, and I've been wondering whether it's better to have a high GPA from taking easier classes or a slightly lower GPA from taking more challenging courses. I know that colle …

Hey there, I'm a junior and I'm a bit stressed about my course selection for next year. Should I prioritize maintaining a high GPA or challenge myself with difficult courses? Any input would be helpfu …

Hi guys, I'm a junior and I need to decide whether to take the SAT or ACT. I'm not sure which one would be better for me. How did you decide which test to take, and what factors should I consider? Tha …