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Hello everyone! I'm working on my college applications and I'm curious what colleges are looking for in terms of extracurricular activities. Is it better to have a lot of different activities or to be …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about applying to college. I know that it's really competitive, especially for top-tier schools. What can I do to stand out in the application proc …

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I've been starting to think about my college essays. I want to make sure they stand out and showcase who I am, but I'm not sure where to begin. Does anyone h …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior starting to create my college list, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the options. What factors should I consider when deciding which colleges to apply to? How di …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been thinking about my college essay a lot lately. I know it's a crucial part of my application, but I'm not sure how to make it truly stand out. Does anyone have any t …

Hello! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about the college application process. I know there are deadlines for everything, but I'm wondering how flexible these deadlines are. If something unexpe …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about how I'm going to pay for college. I know that scholarships can be a big help, but I'm not sure where to find them or how to apply. Can anyone …

Hello! I'm a junior from outside the US, and I'm considering applying to colleges in the US. I'm wondering if I can apply for financial aid as an international student, and if so, what's the process l …

Hey guys! I'm curious about how important standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) are in the college admissions process. Do they carry a lot of weight or are other factors more important? Thanks for any in …

Hey everyone! I'm a homeschooled junior and I'm wondering how colleges view applicants like me. Are there any specific things I should focus on or be aware of during the application process? Thanks fo …

Hello! I'm a high school junior and I've started researching the college application process. I know that Early Decision can be a great way to show your commitment to a school, but I'm wondering if I …

Hi everyone! So, my freshman and sophomore years weren't the best in terms of GPA, but I've been working hard and improving. I'm curious how colleges view this upward trend when evaluating application …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm already feeling stressed about balancing my schoolwork and the college application process next year. How did you guys manage both without getting overwhelmed? Any t …

Hi all, I'm a junior in high school, and I've been researching different college application platforms, like the Common App, Coalition App, and individual college applications. I'm not sure which one …

Hi there! I'm a junior, and I have a few colleges that I'm extremely interested in. Is it possible to apply to more than one school through Early Decision? Thanks for your help!

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 …