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Hi guys! Temple University is on my list of colleges to apply to, and I'm trying to figure out more about its location. I know it's situated in Philadelphia, PA, but I'd love to hear from people who a …
I'm planning to take the AP Human Geography exam this school year and I'm trying to figure out when I'll get my scores next year. I've heard different things from older students, so it's a bit confusi …
I've been thinking about trying to get an internship to gain some experience before heading to college, but I'm not quite sure where to start. Are there certain places or programs specifically designe …
I'm really passionate about marine biology and I'm starting to look at colleges that offer strong programs in this field. I've heard that Florida has some great options because of its proximity to the …
I'm a junior in high school trying to figure out what I might want to major in when I head to college. Anthropology has piqued my interest because I love learning about different cultures and human hi …
I'm researching colleges and came across the term 'public ivy.' I'm curious to know what exactly a public ivy is and how universities earn this designation. Does it mean they have academic standards s …
Hi everyone! As someone deeply involved in Latin and ancient history, I've been participating in certamen competitions throughout high school. I'm wondering if college admissions officers are familiar …
I'm a junior in high school and I've been a bit worried about my GPA lately. It's currently at a 2.9, and I'm trying to figure out if that's going to cut it for college applications. I know that diffe …
I'm planning a trip to visit some colleges along the Oregon Coast, and I want to make sure I make the most of the visits. What are some good questions to ask while I'm there? I'm interested in underst …
I'm really passionate about creative writing and I'm hoping to get more involved in competitions to build my skills and maybe enhance my college applications. I've participated in some local contests, …
I'm really worried about my GPA since it's currently around a 2.0. I know that most colleges have higher GPA requirements, but I'm hoping there are some schools out there that might still consider me. …
I'm currently researching colleges to apply to, and I've noticed that acceptance rates can vary quite a bit. How should I be interpreting these acceptance rates when selecting schools? I'm trying to a …
Hey! I'm planning to apply early decision to a couple of schools, and I'm trying to figure out the timeline. When do EDI decisions generally get released?
I know every college might have a slightly dif …
Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior looking to make the most of my summer break. I'm hoping to find a summer job that won't take up my entire summer, but will also allow me to earn some money and g …
I'm thinking about applying to schools in Phoenix, and I was wondering what my options are. I'm interested in getting a mix of quality education and a great student life experience. Does anyone have r …
I'm taking AP Human Geography this year, and I'm super curious about when I'll be able to see my scores. I know that AP exams are typically in May, but I’m a bit shaky on when the scores actually come …
As I start to narrow down my college list, Portland came up as a potential candidate. What is the college scene like in Portland? I'm interested in sustainable design and environmental sciences, so a …
Hey everyone! I'm starting to think about which colleges I might want to apply to, and since I love the idea of living in a big city, I've been considering Las Vegas as an option. Can anyone share exp …
I'm looking into attending college in Oklahoma City but I'm not entirely sure what my options are. I've heard about Oklahoma City University and maybe one or two others, but I'd love to know more. I'm …
I'm getting ready to apply to colleges and need some guidance about my GPA. I finished my junior year with a 2.9 cumulative GPA, which has me worried. I'm not aiming for highly selective colleges, but …