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Hi! I'm currently a junior, and I want to make sure I'm on track for the college application process. When should I start preparing things like my personal statement, letters of recommendation, and su …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm trying to get a better understanding of how colleges evaluate GPA. My school calculates both a weighted and unweighted GPA, and I'm not sure which one …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about the social aspect of college. How can I determine if a college's social scene is a good fit for me? Are there any specific things I should look f …

Hey guys, I recently got my SAT scores back and I'm just a few points below my target score. I'm wondering if it's worth the time and effort to retake the test, or if I should focus on other aspects o …

Hi collegevine community! I'm a high school junior and I'm planning to visit some college campuses soon. I want to make the most of my visits and get a good feel for each school. What should I expect …

Hello! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been feeling a bit lost when it comes to choosing a major or career path. I have a few interests, but I'm not sure what I want to do for a living yet. Is i …

Hey, I wanted to know if colleges actually read the 'additional information' section on applications. I have a few things I want to explain (like a grade dip during sophomore year), but I'm not sure i …

Hello! I'm a junior and I've been researching different colleges and their application processes. I've come across some schools with rolling admissions and I'm wondering if I should consider applying …

Hi everyone, I'm considering applying to some out-of-state colleges, but I'm not sure what to expect. Are there any unique challenges or benefits I should be aware of? Thanks in advance for your advic …

Hey, I'm a low-income student and I'm worried about the costs associated with applying to college (like application fees and test prep). Are there any resources or programs available to help low-incom …

Hey there! I'm a junior in high school and I'm aiming for some top colleges. I'm wondering what I can do to improve my chances of getting accepted. Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated. Tha …

Hey! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about who to ask for letters of recommendation. What's the best way to approach my teachers and ask them for a letter? Thanks for any advice!

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm planning on scheduling some college campus visits soon. What should I be looking for during these visits to help me decide if a college is the right fit for me? Any t …

Hi all, I've been considering applying Early Decision or Early Action to some of my top choice schools, but I'm not sure if it's worth it. What are the advantages and disadvantages of applying early? …

Hello, everyone! I've been wondering how much class rank matters in the college admissions process. My school doesn't rank students, but I know some colleges still consider it. Any thoughts? Thanks in …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm a bit worried about getting strong recommendation letters for my college applications. How important are they, and what can I do to make sure my teachers write good ones …

Hello everyone, I'm a junior in high school and I'm researching different colleges to apply to. How can I determine if a college is a good fit for my personality and interests? What factors should I c …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and due to some personal circumstances, I'm considering getting a GED instead of a high school diploma. I'm worried about how this will affect my chances of getting into co …

Hi everyone! I'm planning on applying Early Decision to a college, but I'm having a hard time deciding which one to choose. I have a few schools in mind that I really like, but I'm not sure which one …

Hi everyone! I have a pretty specific major in mind (marine biology), and I'm wondering if it's worth applying to colleges that don't offer that specific major. I'm worried about limiting my options, …