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Hey guys! Some colleges I'm applying to have an optional essay. Should I submit one? What are the benefits of doing so and are there any downsides? Thanks for any advice!

Hey everyone! I want to start working on my college essays soon, and I'm wondering what I can do to make them stand out. I've heard that admissions officers read so many essays, and I want to make sur …

Hello everyone, I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to think about the decision-making process if I'm lucky enough to be accepted to multiple colleges. How did you guys decide which college t …

Hey all, I'm trying to find colleges with strong programs for my intended major, but I'm not sure how to determine which schools have the best programs. What should I look for when researching a colle …

Hello fellow juniors! I want to make sure I'm doing everything I can to prepare for college during my time in high school. What are some things I should focus on or participate in to ensure that I'm w …

Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior and I want to start preparing for the college application process. I'm feeling a little overwhelmed and I'm not sure where to begin. Can someone provide some adv …

Hi everyone, I've been attending some college admissions webinars, but I want to make sure I'm getting the most out of them. What should I do during these webinars to gain valuable insights and inform …

Hey there! I'm a junior, and I've been participating in a few extracurriculars throughout high school. I'm wondering if I should join more clubs or activities in my senior year to boost my college app …

Hey guys, I'm debating whether or not to take some AP classes next year, but I'm worried they might hurt my GPA. Is it better to get a higher grade in a regular class or risk getting a lower grade in …

Hello, I'm a junior and I want to learn more about different colleges from the perspective of current students. How can I connect with them and ask questions about their experiences? Thanks for your h …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm planning to visit some colleges this summer. I want to make the most out of these visits, but I'm not sure what to look for or what questions to ask. Can anyone share …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school, and I've heard a lot of stories about students being waitlisted at their dream colleges. I'm wondering if there's any hope for students on waitlists, and if …

Hey guys, I'm a high school junior, and I want to make sure my college applications are as strong as possible. What are some common mistakes to avoid in the application process? Any tips or advice on …

Hi, I'm a junior starting to think about my college applications, and I'm wondering how to make my personal statement stand out. I want to make sure it's unique and represents me well. Any tips or adv …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I've been considering getting a part-time job to help save money for college. I'm wondering if having a job on my application will be seen as a positive by colleges, or …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I'm trying to gather as much information as possible about the college admissions process. What are some good resources (websites, books, etc.) that you've found helpful? Th …

Hey guys, I've heard that some colleges really value demonstrated interest, like attending campus visits and info sessions. I wasn't able to visit a few of my top choice schools in person due to COVID …

Hi everyone, as I'm researching colleges, I'm struggling to figure out what factors I should focus on to determine if a college is a good fit for me. What should I consider in terms of academics, camp …

Hello fellow students! I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about who I should ask for letters of recommendation. I've heard that it's important to choose teachers who know me well, but I'm not sure …

Hi all, I'm a junior researching the college application process. I know there are two main application platforms: the Common App and the Coalition App. Can I apply to colleges through both platforms? …