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What are some computer science-related majors I should consider?

I'm a high school junior really interested in computer science, but I’ve heard there are various related majors that might offer different perspectives or career paths. What are some of these computer …

2 years ago

What are RIT's location benefits for students?

Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and I'm curious about the location. I've heard some things about Rochester, NY, but I’d love more insight. What's …

2 years ago

Questions about Biochemistry major at NCSU

Hi all! I've been looking into majoring in Biochemistry and I'm interested in North Carolina State University. I'd love to hear more about their Biochemistry program. What's the coursework like? Are t …

2 years ago

How do I decide on my target colleges?

I'm starting to think about where I want to apply and I'm just feeling overwhelmed with all the options. How do you all decide on your target colleges? I have some dream schools in mind but I'm not su …

2 years ago

How do I determine my student state of legal residence for FAFSA?

I'm currently preparing to fill out my FAFSA, and I'm a bit confused about the whole 'state of legal residence' thing. I split my time between my parent’s homes in different states, so I’m unsure whic …

2 years ago

What's campus life like at SUNY New Paltz?

I'm considering applying to the State University of New York at New Paltz, and I'm curious about what campus life is like there. How's the social scene, and are there a lot of activities or clubs to j …

2 years ago

What are the admissions requirements for Stark State?

I'm thinking about applying to Stark State, but I'm not entirely sure what the admissions process entails. Can anyone provide a rundown of what I need to have prepared?

I'm particularly curious about w …

2 years ago

What should I know about Springfield MSU when applying?

I'm considering applying to Springfield MSU, but I don't know much about it beyond the basic info on their website. Can anyone who's been through the application process or who attends tell me what ma …

2 years ago

How to create an effective spreadsheet for comparing different colleges?

I'm starting to seriously consider where I want to apply to college, and I've heard that making a spreadsheet can help compare different options. But I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with where to start.

2 years ago

How can non-American citizens find scholarships for college?

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm not a U.S. citizen, but I'm interested in applying to colleges here. I've heard that there are scholarships available for non-American citizens, but I'm …

2 years ago

Campus Safety at Santa Clara University

Safety is a big concern for both me and my family as I look at potential colleges. Can anyone share what campus safety is like at Santa Clara University? Are there any particular areas of concern or t …

2 years ago

Can someone explain what government colleges are?

I keep hearing about 'government colleges' and I'm a bit confused about what exactly that means. Are these just public universities, or is there more to it?

I'm trying to better understand the types o …

2 years ago

What's UConn's reputation like, especially for out-of-state students?

I'm considering applying to UConn, but I don't know much about the campus vibe or how the school is perceived, especially since I'm from out of state. How is the social and academic life there? Is it …

2 years ago

Hofstra University in New York – What should I know?

I'm interested in applying to Hofstra University in New York and I'd love to hear what current or past students think about the school. How are the academic programs, campus culture, and the overall v …

2 years ago

What are the University of Maryland dorms like for freshmen?

I'm likely headed to the University of Maryland next year and I wanted to know about the freshman dorms. Are they comfortable and well-maintained? What's the community vibe like? I'd also love to hear …

2 years ago

FIT Transfer Application Tips

I'm thinking about applying as a transfer student to FIT and I was hoping to get some advice. What should I focus on when preparing my FIT transfer application? Are there certain aspects of a student' …

2 years ago

Placement of a 1200 SAT score in 2024

I'm planning to take the SAT soon and aiming for a score around 1200. I was wondering what percentile a 1200 SAT score might fall into for the year 2024? It's kind of tough to gauge where I stand nati …

2 years ago

What's the Campus Life Like at the University of Connecticut?

Hi! I'm a high school junior interested in learning more about UConn. I've heard some things here and there, but I'd love to get a clearer picture of what campus life is really like at the University …

2 years ago

Cost of tuition at Northwestern University?

Can anyone provide detailed information regarding tuition costs at Northwestern University? I'm curious about both the in-state and out-of-state figures, if there's a difference. Also, how does financ …

2 years ago

Clarifying FAFSA legal resident question: What should I know?

I'm filling out the FAFSA for the first time and came across the legal resident question, which has left me a bit confused. I want to make sure I fill it out accurately to avoid any issues with my app …

2 years ago
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