CollegeVine Expert FAQ

Hey there! So, I keep hearing people talk about IBDP, but I'm not entirely sure I understand what it means. Can someone clarify, and how is it important in the college admissions process?

Hi everyone, I'm working on my Common App and I need to get a recommendation letter from a teacher. How do I go about asking for one? And what should I look for in a teacher who can write a strong rec …

Hey there! I've been admitted to both San Diego State University (SDSU) and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo (SLO) for mechanical engineering. I can't decide which one to choose. Can anyone provide some insig …

Hello! I need some help deciding between UIUC and the University of Maryland. Can anyone provide me some insight into academic quality, campus environment, and career opportunities at both universitie …

Hi everyone, I'm stuck between choosing James Madison University (JMU) and George Mason University (GMU) for my undergraduate studies. Can anyone who goes to or knows about these schools give me some …

Hi, I'm a junior and UVA is one of my top choices. Can someone share some details on their application process and instructions? I want to make sure I cross all my T's and dot all my I's when applying …

Hey everyone, I'm stressing out a bit because I'm working on my Stanford application and I'm not sure how to approach the roommate essay. I know it's supposed to give a glimpse into my personality and …

Hello, everyone! I'm applying to UNC Charlotte soon and I need to start working on my essays. I've been searching for the prompts online but haven't found them yet. Can anyone point me in the right di …

I'm considering Penn State and UT Austin, and I'd love to hear from current students about the campus life and social scenes at these schools. What are the main differences and which do you think is b …

Hey everyone, I've been looking into the University of British Columbia as one of my top choices. What SAT score range should I be aiming for to have a good chance of admission? Does UBC place a lot o …

I'm interested in studying the mind and brain, but I'm not sure if I should choose cognitive science or cognitive psychology as my major. Can anyone explain the differences between the two and what ty …

Hey there! I'm applying to UVM and I need to write their supplemental essays. I'm having a hard time finding good examples or tips online. Does anyone have examples or advice for these essays? It'd be …

Hello! I'm trying to choose between Fordham and Binghamton, and I could use some advice. What are some factors to consider when making a decision between these two schools, such as academics, campus l …

Hey everyone! I'm a bit torn between UC Irvine and San Diego State University for my undergraduate studies. I'll be majoring in computer science, and I'd really appreciate it if someone could help me …

I'm looking at University of Miami (UMiami) and University of North Carolina (UNC) for their journalism programs. Can any students or alumni compare the two? Mainly interested in faculty, opportunitie …

Hi! I've recently joined my school's HOSA chapter and I'm interested in competing. Can anyone tell me what kind of recognition or prizes HOSA winners receive at the local, state, or even national leve …

Hey there! I got accepted to both UC Berkeley (Cal) and UC San Diego (UCSD), and I'm having a hard time deciding between the two. Could someone help me compare these schools in terms of academics, soc …

I'm starting my college applications, and I'm a bit overwhelmed with the Common App essay prompts. Any advice or suggestions on how to choose the right one for me? Thanks, y'all!

Hi there! I'm interested in going to medical school in the future and want to choose the right undergraduate major. What major should I opt for if I'm planning on going the pre-med route? Thanks in ad …

Hi all, I noticed that I have a 'CR' on my transcript for one of my classes and I'm not sure what it means. Could you guys please explain its significance and if it will impact my college applications …