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Hey there, I'm a junior, and I'm worried about not getting into my dream school. I know it's a competitive process, and I want to be prepared for the possibility of not getting in. What should I do if …
Hi guys! I've heard mixed opinions on this, and I'm curious how important senior year grades are in the college application process. Do colleges put a lot of emphasis on senior year performance, or ar …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior who's starting to get a little stressed about applying to college next year. For those who have already gone through the process, what do you wish you knew before you starte …
Hey! I'm planning on taking some community college courses while I'm still in high school. Will colleges view these courses as rigorous as AP or IB classes? Do they look positively on students who tak …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I've been studying for the SAT and ACT, but I'm not sure how much these scores actually matter in the grand scheme of things. Can a strong application make up for a lower …
Hey there! I'm currently a junior and I'm trying to plan my senior year schedule. I want to be competitive for top colleges, but I'm not sure how many AP classes I should take. What's a reasonable num …
Hello everyone! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide between taking AP or Dual Enrollment classes next year. What are the pros and cons of each? I'd appreciate any advice or personal experiences. Tha …
Hey everyone! I'm considering taking a few online classes next year, but I'm not sure if colleges view them as less rigorous than traditional classes. Do colleges view online courses differently? I do …
Hey guys, I'm a bit stressed because my GPA isn't as high as I'd like it to be (about a 3.5). I'm aiming for some top colleges, and I'm worried that my GPA will hold me back. Is it still possible to g …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'm starting to research colleges. I've heard about Early Decision, but I'm not sure if it's right for me. Are there any advantages to applying Early Decision compared to …
Hey! I'm a junior, and I'm trying to decide whether to take the SAT or the ACT. What factors should I consider when choosing between the two tests? Any advice from those who have taken both would be s …
Hey everyone! I'm a current high school junior, and I'll be the first in my family to attend college. I've heard that being a first-generation student can sometimes give you a little boost in the admi …
Hi, I'm a junior and I've been researching college requirements. I know that some colleges require letters of recommendation, but is this true for all colleges? If so, how many letters should I ask fo …
Hello! I've been researching colleges and looking at various rankings, but I'm not sure how much weight I should give them. How important are college rankings in the admissions process, and should I u …
Hi all! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm beginning to research colleges. There are so many options out there and I'm struggling to figure out which one would be the best fit for me. How did you gu …
Hey, I'm a junior and I've been looking at college rankings to help me decide which college to apply to. I'm wondering if these rankings are really reliable, or if there are other factors I should be …
Hi, guys! I've heard that some colleges look at applicants' social media accounts during the admissions process. Is this true? Should I be worried about what I post online? Thanks for any insight!
Hi there, I'm a junior and my family and I are planning some college visits soon. I'm not sure what I should be looking for or what questions to ask during these visits. Can anyone give me some advice …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I've heard about different college application platforms like the Common App, Coalition App, and others. How do I decide which one to use, and are there any advantages o …
Hey guys! I'm trying to decide whether or not to apply for financial aid, and I'm not sure what factors I should consider. Will applying for aid affect my chances of getting into a school? Is there an …