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Is it okay to switch intended majors between application rounds?

Hey guys, I'm a little stressed about deciding on my intended major for college applications. Is it alright if I choose one major for my early decision application and then switch to a different major …

a year ago

Should I consider applying to colleges with lower acceptance rates?

Hi all! I'm a high school junior, and I've been researching colleges to apply to. I've noticed that some schools have very low acceptance rates, which makes me hesitant to apply. Should I still consid …

a year ago

How do I decide whether to apply for financial aid?

Hey there! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide whether or not to apply for financial aid at the colleges I'm considering. What factors should I take into account when making this decision? Thanks fo …

a year ago

What are some tips for creating a balanced college list?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about the colleges I want to apply to. I know it's important to have a balanced list, but I'm not exactly sure how to go about creating one. Can any …

a year ago

How do I choose which AP classes to take?

Hey collegevine! I'm planning my senior year schedule, and I'm not sure which AP classes I should take. Should I choose the ones I'm most interested in or the ones that will look best on my college ap …

a year ago

What's the best approach for writing a unique college essay?

Hey guys, I've been stressing a bit about writing my college essays. I want to stand out from the crowd and showcase my personality, but I'm not sure how to do that without sounding cliché. Any tips o …

a year ago

Is it okay to focus more on extracurriculars than GPA?

Hey there collegevine friends! I'm a junior in high school and I've been thinking a lot about college applications. My GPA isn't the best, but I'm really active in extracurricular activities and leade …

a year ago

How important is financial aid in the college application process?

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm wondering how important financial aid is in the college application process. How do I make sure I get the most financial aid possible? Thanks!

a year ago

What are some tips for nailing the college interview?

Hi there! I have a college interview scheduled in a couple of weeks, and I'm feeling pretty nervous about it. Does anyone have any tips or advice on how to make a great impression during the interview …

a year ago

Are there any resources for writing a strong college essay?

Hey all, I'm a junior in high school and starting to think about my college essays. Are there any resources or tips you recommend for writing a strong essay? I want to make sure I'm putting my best fo …

a year ago

Do I need to have a specific career in mind when applying to college?

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'm unsure about my career goals. Do I need to have a specific career in mind when applying to college, or is it okay to be undecided? Thanks for the help!

a year ago

How should I approach asking for letters of recommendation?

Hello! I'm a junior, and I know I'll need to ask some of my teachers for letters of recommendation for college applications soon. I'm a little bit nervous about it and I'm not sure how to go about ask …

a year ago

What are the best ways to prepare for college admissions?

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to think about college admissions. What are the best ways to prepare and make myself a competitive applicant? Any tips or resources would be greatly a …

a year ago

Is it better to have a higher GPA or take more challenging courses?

Hi there! I'm a junior and I'm trying to plan out my senior year schedule. I'm wondering if it would be better for my college application to maintain a higher GPA with easier classes or take more chal …

a year ago

How do I write about a difficult personal experience in my college essay?

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm working on my college essay. I want to write about a difficult personal experience I've had, but I'm not sure how to approach it without sounding too nega …

a year ago

What are the benefits of applying Early Decision vs. Regular Decision?

Hi all! I'm a junior, and I'm already thinking about the college application process. I've heard of Early Decision and Regular Decision, but I'm not sure which is the better option for me. What are th …

a year ago

Can I apply for financial aid before getting accepted to a college?

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'm curious about the financial aid process. Can I apply for financial aid before I get accepted into a college, or do I have to wait until after I've been admitted? Any …

a year ago

Can I get college credit for my AP/IB scores?

Hey guys! I've taken a few AP and IB courses, and I'm wondering if my scores on the exams can earn me college credit. Do most colleges accept these scores for credit, or does it vary by school? Thanks …

a year ago

What is the Common App and how do I use it?

Hey everyone! I'm a junior, and I've heard a lot about the Common App, but I'm not exactly sure what it is or how to use it. Can anyone give me an overview of what the Common App is and how it works? …

a year ago

How can I choose the best college for me?

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior starting to think about college. I know that choosing the right college is very important, but I'm not sure how to go about it. Can anyone give me some advice on …

a year ago
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