CollegeVine Expert FAQ

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm feeling a bit lost in the college search process. How did you guys find the right college for you? What factors should I consider when making a decision? CollegeVine …

Hi all! I'm a high school junior and I'm a bit stressed about my standardized test scores. I was wondering how important they are in the college admissions process, especially for selective schools. D …

Hello! I'm a high school junior and I'm working on creating my college list. How do I make a balanced list with reach, target, and safety schools? Any advice on how to determine which schools fit into …

Hello! I'm considering transferring to a different college after my freshman year, and I'm curious about how colleges view transfer students. Is it more difficult to get accepted as a transfer student …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm not sure what major I should list on my college applications. I have a few interests, but I'm not set on a specific field yet. How should I approach this? Thanks for …

Hello! I'm starting to brainstorm for my college essay, and I have a topic in mind that's very personal to me. It's about overcoming a struggle in my life. I'm just wondering if this might be too heav …

Hey! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm starting to think about the college application process. If I end up on a waitlist for a college I really want to attend, what can I do to improve my chances …

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I've been considering attending a community college before transferring to a four-year college. What are the benefits of this approach, and are there any drawbacks I should …

Hello, I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to work on my college applications. I want to avoid common mistakes that might hurt my chances of getting accepted. CollegeVine, can you share some co …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been hearing a lot about how stressful and time-consuming the college application process can be. I want to make sure I stay organized and on top …

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been wondering if it's more important to have a high GPA or to take challenging courses when applying to college. Should I prioritize maintaining a high GPA or should I …

Hello! I'm a junior, and I'm trying to find the best college for my intended major. What factors should I consider when evaluating a college's program for my major? Any advice would be extremely helpf …

Hey, I'm a high school junior, and I want to make the most of my summer before senior year to improve my college application. I'm considering internships, volunteer work, and maybe taking a few classe …

Hey, I'm a junior with a 3.4 GPA, and I'm worried that it might hurt my chances of getting into a good college. However, I have some strong extracurriculars like being the president of a club and doin …

Hey guys, I'm a junior, and I've been stressed trying to decide between taking harder classes and maintaining my GPA. What do colleges value more: a high GPA with easier classes or a slightly lower GP …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior trying to balance my course load. Is it better to have a high GPA with easier classes or a slightly lower GPA with more challenging classes? I want to make sure I'm doing wha …

Hi collegevine, I've held leadership positions in several clubs and organizations throughout high school, and I'd like to showcase these skills in my college applications. Can you offer any advice on …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior trying to figure out the college admissions process. I know grades and test scores are important, but what other factors do colleges look at when reviewing applications? Are …

Hi there! I'm a junior in high school, and I know that my guidance counselor will play an important role in my college application process. How can I build a strong relationship with them and make sur …

Hello! I've heard that colleges want to see well-rounded applicants, but I'm not exactly sure what that means. What do colleges look for in a well-rounded applicant, and how can I make sure my applica …