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As I start thinking about where to apply, I keep coming across the terms college and university. Is there a real difference between college and university in the United States, or are they pretty much …
I'm trying to plan some activities and maybe a part-time job for next summer. I'm still figuring out how much time I have while school's out. How long is the summer break usually for high school stude …
I'm trying to plan ahead for college and considering taking some community college courses while I'm still in high school. However, I'm concerned about how long these credits might last if I take a br …
I'm curious about colleges with really large student populations. I've always gone to small schools, and I'm thinking that a big school might offer more opportunities, both academically and socially. …
I'm a high school athlete looking into my college options, and I'm wondering about sports scholarships at Ivy League schools. Does the Ivy League offer sports scholarships, or are they more focused on …
I'm in the process of applying for scholarships and notice that many of them require essays. Writing essays can be pretty time-consuming, and I'm wondering if it's really worth the effort. Do the essa …
I'm trying to plan some internships and volunteer opportunities for my gap year, and I'm curious about how long the summer break lasts for most American college students. Is it about the same length a …
I'm currently a high school junior looking into colleges, and I've been thinking about staying on the East Coast. I've heard that Pennsylvania has some great universities, but I'm not sure which ones …
I'm currently a high school junior trying to figure out how to finance my college education. I know that scholarships are a great way to help pay for tuition, but I'm wondering whether they can also c …
As a high school junior, I'm starting to think about what I might want to study in college. I'm a bit overwhelmed by all the options out there. Can anyone share what some of the most common college ma …
I'm in the early stages of looking at colleges and Washington is on my radar. I'm trying to find out which colleges in Washington are considered the best overall, both academically and for the student …
I'm looking at universities in South Carolina and trying to determine which one might be the best for me as an undergraduate. I'm considering factors like academic reputation, campus resources, studen …
As someone who's strongly interested in becoming a teacher, I'm trying to track down the best undergraduate education programs. I've been volunteering at local schools and truly feel a calling to teac …
I'm getting ready to apply for several college scholarships and keep hearing how important the essay is. I'm a decent writer, but I'm not sure what kind of approach or tone I should take. Do you guys …
I've started researching colleges and I'm interested in schools in Oregon. I'm looking for a college where I can get a solid education and also enjoy the surrounding environment. Does anyone have reco …
I'm really into music performance and looking for a college that can offer me the best education in this field. I've been performing in school bands and choirs, and music is a huge part of my life. I' …
I'm exploring the possibility of playing sports at a Division 1 school and am curious about athletic scholarships. Specifically, what is the average athletic scholarship amount typically given to Divi …
I've heard a bit about ROTC programs in college, and I'm considering it as a potential option to help with college tuition. However, I don't fully understand what ROTC stands for or what being part of …
Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior currently living in West Virginia and I'm planning on going to college after I graduate. I'm looking for scholarships that are specifically for students from Wes …
I'm a high school junior and I'm really passionate about pursuing a career in science. I've heard there are scholarships specifically for women who are interested in science fields. Does anyone know w …