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Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I want to make the most of my summer before senior year. What should I focus on during this time? Is it better to work on college applications, get an internship, or do …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I've been doing some research on college applications, but I'm still a bit confused about the role that extracurriculars play in the admissions process. I have a few clu …

Hi there! I'm a bit stressed about deciding whether to apply early action or regular decision to my top choice school. I've heard that applying early can increase your chances, but I'm worried that I …

Hi guys! I'm a little bit stressed about asking for letters of recommendation from my teachers. What's the best way to approach them and when should I ask? Any advice on making sure I get a strong let …

Hey there, I'm a junior and I've been debating whether it's better to have a high GPA with easier courses or to take challenging courses and risk a lower GPA. What do colleges prefer to see?

Hey everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to think about college interviews. I'm a little nervous and I want to make sure I'm prepared. Can anyone share some tips or advice on how to prepare for co …

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I'm trying to decide which courses to take next year. Is it better to take challenging courses and potentially get lower grades or take easier courses and ge …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior, and I'm wondering if it's worth applying for financial aid even if my family's income is on the higher side. Is there a chance I could still receive some aid, or am I bette …

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I've been thinking a lot about what I want to study in college. I know it's not necessary to decide on a major before applying, but I feel like it could help me na …

Hi guys! I'm trying to decide whether to apply to in-state or out-of-state colleges. What are some factors I should consider when making this decision, and how might it affect my college experience? A …

Hi all! I'm a junior who loves art and photography, and I'm wondering if I can submit a creative portfolio to showcase my talents during the application process. Can anyone tell me which colleges acce …

Hey guys, I'm applying to some highly competitive colleges, and I'm worried about standing out among all the other talented applicants. What can I do to make my application unique and memorable? Any a …

Hello, I'm a junior in high school, and I'm trying to plan my testing schedule. Is it necessary to take both the SAT and ACT, or should I just focus on one? What do colleges prefer? Thanks for any adv …

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I've heard a lot about the Common Application from my friends and counselors. I'm not exactly sure what it is or how it works, though. Can someone explain the Comm …

Hi all, I'm a junior and I've heard that some colleges require interviews as part of the admissions process. How can I prepare for these interviews and make a good impression? I'm feeling a bit nervou …

Hello, I'm a high school junior and I'm struggling to decide on a major for college. How did you all choose your majors, and do you have any advice for me? Thanks in advance!

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I've been considering taking a gap year before starting college. I feel like it might be beneficial for me, but I'm worried about how it will impact my college admissions. W …

Hello! I'm trying to plan my summer before senior year, and I want to make sure I'm using my time wisely. I've heard that it's important to do something productive, like an internship or research proj …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I've been wondering when the best time is to start working on my college applications. I don't want to procrastinate, but I also don't want to feel ove …

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I have a lot of extracurricular activities that I'm involved in. I know I can't include them all on my college application, so how do I decide which ones to …