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Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior and I'm passionate about the arts. I've heard that some colleges accept arts supplements as part of the application process, but I'm not sure how to go about sub …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I was wondering how important my class rank is for college admissions. Should I be concerned if I'm not in the top 10% of my class? How much weight do colleges place on c …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide if I'd prefer attending a large or small college. Can anyone provide some insight on the pros and cons of each? I want to make sure I choose the right envi …
Hey everyone! I'm curious about what factors colleges consider when they're reviewing applications. I know that grades and test scores are important, but what else do they look at? Can anyone give me …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I just got my SAT scores back. They're not as high as I hoped, but I'm considering applying to test-optional colleges. Can I still get in if my score is lower …
Hi there! I'm starting to look into college applications and I'm a bit confused about the difference between Early Decision and Early Action. Can anyone explain the main differences and the pros and c …
Hi all, I want to make the most of the summer before my senior year to prepare for college. What are some productive ways I can spend my time, both in terms of academics and extracurriculars? Thanks f …
Hello everyone! I'm starting to think about my college essays and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. I want to write an essay that stands out and showcases my personality, but I don't know where to start. …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about which colleges to apply to. I'm wondering if it's better to attend a college with a really strong program in my major or to go for a more prestig …
Hi friends! I'm a high school junior and I'm concerned about my lack of extracurricular activities. I've been focusing on my academics and haven't had much time for clubs or sports. How can I make my …
Hello! I'm currently a junior, and I'm trying to figure out my class schedule for next year. Do colleges value AP classes more than regular classes? I don't want to overload myself with too many APs, …
Hey guys! I'm trying to decide whether to apply to in-state or out-of-state colleges. What factors should I consider when making this decision? What are the pros and cons of each? Thanks for any advic …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm currently taking a mix of AP and Honors classes. I'm wondering if colleges care more about the rigor of my course load or my GPA? Should I take more challenging cour …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to think about applying to college. There are so many options out there and I want to make sure I pick one that's a good fit for me. Can you …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to think about my academic path in college. Should I consider double majoring or minoring in addition to my primary major? What are the pros a …
Hey guys! I'm a high school junior, and I've been hearing a lot about Early Decision and Early Action, but I'm not exactly sure what the differences are. Can someone explain the differences between ED …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm really interested in studying abroad during college. Should I consider study abroad programs when choosing a college? What are some factors to keep in mind when looking at …
Hi all, I'm a bit stressed about my course load. I've only taken a few AP classes so far, and I'm worried that I'm not taking enough to be competitive when I apply to colleges. Is this something I sho …
Hey everyone! I'm trying to decide whether to take more challenging classes and risk a lower GPA or take easier classes and maintain a higher GPA. Which one do colleges value more? Thanks for any advi …
Hi! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to feel a bit overwhelmed by the college application process. I know there are resources out there to help, but I'm not sure where to find them or which ones are the …