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Hey there! Just wondering, can I use my Common App essay for my Coalition App? Are there any differences in terms of essay requirements that I should be aware of when reusing the essay? Thank you in a …
Hello! I'm an older student (25 years old) applying to college for the first time after working for several years. What should I focus on in my application, given that my high school experiences are f …
Hey guys, I'm having a hard time figuring out what factors to consider when researching a university. What are some pointers you'd suggest when trying to compile a balanced college list? I'm an aspiri …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior who's really passionate about digital art and animation, and I'm considering applying to Ivy League schools. How can I best showcase my artistic achievements in m …
Hi everyone! I recently got my SAT results and scored a 1400. I'm planning on applying to some Ivy League schools but am unsure if my score is strong enough. Should I retake the test or focus on other …
Hey there! I'm a high school junior, and I've been trying to figure out what a good SAT/ACT score is for college admissions. Is there a specific score that colleges look for, or does it vary depending …
Hey guys, I've heard that some topics are overused in college essays, and I want to avoid clichés. What are some examples of common clichés so I can steer clear of them in my writing? Thanks in advanc …
Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I'm worried that my demographic is overrepresented in college admissions. How can I make my application stand out and show my unique qualities, even if I co …
Hi all! I'm a junior and I know that getting strong letters of recommendation is important for college applications. I was wondering if anyone has any tips on how to approach teachers and ask for a le …
Hi everyone, so I'm in the process of applying to colleges, and I have a bit of a problem. I had a really rough sophomore year, both academically and personally. This resulted in lower than average gr …
Hello! I'm a high school junior and I'm considering attending a college fair in my area. Is it worth going? What can I expect and what should I ask the college representatives? I'd appreciate any advi …
Hi there, I'm considering applying to summer programs like the Stanford High School Summer College or the Harvard Summer School. How competitive are these programs? Do they require anything special in …
Hello! I'm a junior and I'm planning to take the SAT or ACT soon. I'm wondering what scores are considered good for top colleges. I know it varies, but can anyone give me a general idea of what I shou …
I'm planning to attend college next year, and I know I'll need a student loan to cover the costs. Do bad high school grades affect my ability to get a loan, or are there other factors lenders consider …
Hello all! I'm thinking about applying to Penn State, and I wanted to know if they are known for being a research university. If they are, would this provide me with more opportunities to get involved …
Hey guys, during my sophomore summer, I participated in a summer study abroad program in Spain. Would this count as an extracurricular activity on my college application? Looking forward to hearing yo …
Hey, I'm working on my college essay and I'm not sure how many paragraphs it should have. Is there a specific number of paragraphs that's considered ideal for a college essay, or does it depend on the …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm planning to attend some virtual college fairs this year. I want to make the most of these events and gather as much valuable information as possible. What are some t …
Hello everyone! I was thinking of writing about a time I failed and how I bounced back from it in my college essay. Is it a good idea to write about failure, or should I focus on a more positive topic …
I love making art in my free time and I've been doing it since elementary school. Can creating art be counted as an extracurricular activity for college applications, even if I haven't taken formal ar …