Career questions tagged college-admissions
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How do i get into a top college?
I want to know what extracirriculars i can do to get into a top college
How to start college applications
What should I start writing about on my college application if I’m interested into going into cosmetology? Also what scholarships are recommended to aim for?
How many schools should I apply to?
How many dream schools and how many safety schools?
What do collages look for on your application?
Currently, I am interested in understanding the key factors that colleges prioritize when evaluating applications. Specifically, I would like to gain insights into which academic courses, extracurricular activities, and club involvements are considered significant. I believe it is important to proactively plan for my future success, hence my inquiry. While I am already engaged in a number of clubs and enrolled in a high-level math class, I am eager to explore additional opportunities that will maximize my chances of admission to the college of my choice.
How important of extracurriculars for colleges?
I don't have many, at most 4 or 5. Does have a big impact on my acceptance chances?
Can I put a free course on college application as a curricular?
I participated in a free high school neuroscience course from the University of Toronto. We had online sessions for over 2 or 3 months, but no homework. Would I be able to put this on an application?
How can you make colleges see you as a person and not just a act and sat test score?
I'm a sophomore in high school and I am also in my schools IB program. I want to make a difference in this world through college but its hard when all they see are test scores and not the student.
Harvard Acceptance?
What is the acceptance rate of Harvard and what do I need to do to get in?
What were some of the most differentiating factors between colleges and careers you chose?
I am currently in the process of college admissions and I'm conflicted on what college to apply for, the specifics, and how to determine the best fit.
What level of Collage should I be looking at?
-1380 SAT -5.88/5 GPA -All honors and AP classes -Streight A Student I am unsure of what school I should be looking at. I want to major in Political Science. Any ideas?
What is easier, community college for two years then university for last two, or university for all four?
What is easier/less expensive to go to community college for first two years for college then transfer to a university for the last two, or go to a university for all four?
Are my 9th-grade grades important in relation to my GPA when applying to colleges?
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How can I make friends in college ?
Hi, I’m a rising senior in high school. I am getting ready to apply to colleges, etc. I am interested in some skills I could pick up on for college…..
What should I do to increase my chances of being accepted to top and competitive universities? What should I do to make myself a more competitive candidate for top universities?
What should I do to increase my chances of being accepted to top and competitive universities? What should I do to make myself a more competitive candidate for top universities?
How do I know the college I picked is the right one for me?
How do I know if the college I pick is the right one for me? People tell me to go with my heart or gut but I need more of a solid answer then that.
What should I look for when applying to college? When should I start applying to college?
I'm looking to apply to college but with so many options in my area, I don't know what should be looking for. Any advice? And when should I submit my application?
What do colleges look for in your college transcripts?
I’m in 11th grade and starting to apply to colleges.
How would someone write a good college app essay?
I want to know what specific details I would need to include to make up a good college essay. For example, would I need to keep it third person or should I try to maintain formality with a first-person point of view?
How should I differentiate myself from other students to arouse colleges' interest in me?
How should I differentiate myself from other students to arouse colleges' interest in me? I swim year round, play varsity baseball and basketball, and have a 4.0 but i have no interest on NCSA.
Why is it so hard to look for colleges?
I'm a freshman and my parents want me to look for colleges but also want me to look for colleges that won't make me school broke.
What college should I apply to for music business major?
What colleges should I apply to if I want to major in music business/management? Berklee Boston and The Hartt are already on my mind but I'm still looking for more options.
When applying to colleges, is it hard to get accepted?
I need to apply to 10 colleges which is my private schools requirement and I’m scared im not gonna get accepted to any
What are things college admission officers look for in an applicant's essay? What type of essays do admission officers generally dislike? #Spring23
I am in the process of writing my college essay and would really like to produce a remarkable essay.
What should I look for when touring a college?
I will be touring a few colleges, what should I check to see if it is the right fit for me?
How do you make your college application/resume stand out?
I don't want to seem like an average student to admissions officers.
Do all colleges have a week where application does not have a fee?
Is it only a select few? Where can I find the information for it?
How do my grades/attendance/and behavior records affect my applying to colleges like Harvard or Yale?
I only have one thing from when I was in my Freshman year of high school that would or may not affect my college application, I got ISS for one day. Then my attendance is all Absences Excused or Test Taking. For this year (Sophomore year) I have two tardies which are fake because I was never tardy, never am tardy for class. Then all my grades are all fairly good. I don't know what my Junior or Senior year would bring, but I believe if I put my heart into it, I could make it.
What would be the best way to be able to get accepted into yale ?
I go to a small town school with a low-income family but I get good grade and I was wondering what else I could do to set me apart from everyone else applying to Yale? Should I volunteer more? What extracurriculars should I be doing? This question was asked anonymously by a student