CollegeVine Expert FAQ

Hi! I'm currently working on my MIT application and I'm not sure if I should utilize the Additional Information section. In your opinion, what kind of details should I include here? Should it be used …

I'm interested in applying to Penn State, but I'm undecided about my major. Is it easier to get admitted if I apply as undecided? Any advice on the application process?

Hey everyone! I need to take a math class in college and was considering Trigonometry. Is it super hard or manageable? Any advice from people who have taken it would be awesome. Thanks!

I got an invitation to the National Student Leadership Conference and was wondering if it's worth attending? Can anyone share their experiences and if it helps with college admissions?

Hi there! I'm on my school's Mock Trial team and was wondering if any of y'all have tips for making an objection cheat sheet that will have all the important objections and their meaning in a concise …

Hey all, just a quick question: does anyone know how many students are part of the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS)? I'm wondering if it's a pretty big organization or if it's more on …

Hey everyone! I'm trying to find a comprehensive list of need-blind admission universities. It's important for me because I'll definitely need financial aid. Does anyone have a reliable source or some …

Hey guys, I'm a high school junior planning to apply to both MIT and Stanford. While I know it's too early to make a decision, I want to be prepared if I miraculously get accepted to both. What factor …

Hey, I've got a 3.5 GPA, and I know that's not the highest out there. I was wondering if there are any Ivy League schools that regularly accept students with 3.5 GPAs or lower. Is it still worth it fo …

I'm applying for a scholarship that requires an essay about my community service experiences. What are some tips or ideas you could give me for writing a strong essay to impress the scholarship commit …

Hey everyone! I've been interested in starting a cultural club at my high school, but I'm not sure where to begin. Can you guys offer any advice on getting a club started and making it successful?

I'm planning on applying to colleges early action, but I'm not sure how many I can apply to. Is there a limit on the number of early action applications you can send? Any help would be appreciated!

I'm considering taking AP Chemistry next year, but I'm not sure how difficult it will be. Can anyone who has taken it share their experience? How much time did you have to dedicate to the class and ho …

Hi all! I've heard about internal scholarships and I'm a bit confused about what they are. How do they work, and how do I find out if colleges I'm applying to offer them?

I'm applying to colleges Regular Decision and I'm curious if you can still get scholarships if you apply this way. Are there any disadvantages to applying RD when it comes to financial aid opportunit …

I have a 3.29 GPA and I'm not sure if it's good or bad for college admissions. Can someone give me an idea of how competitive this GPA is? Also, do you have any suggestions to help improve my applicat …

I'm working on an essay that talks about the four pillars of NHS (scholarship, service, leadership, and character). Does anyone have any advice on how to approach this and what personal anecdotes or e …

Hi! I've heard mixed information about the SAT essay. Does the current SAT still include an essay section or has it been removed? I'd appreciate any clarity on this!

Hey everyone, I'm a high school student from Brazil planning to apply to colleges in the US. Are there any Brazilian international students who can share their experiences in the American college proc …

Hey everyone! I've been looking into Cornell lately and I keep hearing about these 'Cornell gothics.' Can someone give me some background on what they are and why they're so well-known? Thanks in adva …