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Hello! I've noticed that many colleges have gone test-optional recently. Should I apply to test-optional colleges if I don't have great test scores? How do admissions officers evaluate applicants at t …
Hi all, I'm a junior and I'm starting to prepare for my college applications. I'm curious about what factors are most important to colleges when they decide whether to admit a student or not. Is it ma …
Hi all, I've taken the SAT a couple of times and I'm not quite happy with my scores. I really want to improve them for my college applications. What are some effective strategies or resources for stud …
Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I've been wondering if colleges look at senior year grades when making admissions decisions. I've heard mixed opinions on this, so I'm not sure what to believe. …
Hey guys, I'm starting to think about my college essays and I want to make sure my personal statement really stands out. What types of topics or writing styles have you found to be successful? Thanks …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been looking into applying to some of the top colleges in the country. I've been wondering, what are some key factors that these colleges look for i …
Hi everyone, I'm a bit torn between taking challenging courses and maintaining a high GPA. I've heard that colleges like to see a rigorous course load, but I'm worried that taking too many difficult c …
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 …