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Decoding the 'Good GPA' Enigma

I know GPA is extremely important in college admissions, but what are colleges actually looking for? Is it more about the number, or improvement over time, or the rigor of courses? I'm a little confus …

a year ago

Admissions Officers' Favorite College Majors

Hey, I'm currently a junior and weighing out my options for potential college majors. I wonder, do college admissions officers actually favor certain majors over others during the admissions process? …

a year ago

Career Paths for Biology Majors: What are Common Choices?

Hello! I'm leaning towards studying biology in college, and I was curious about the careers related to it. What paths do most biology majors end up taking after they graduate?

a year ago

Importance of High School Years to College Admissions

Hey everyone! Lately I've been wondering, when it comes to college admissions, is there a particular year in high school that colleges pay extra attention to? Is sophomore slump real, guys? Really sta …

a year ago

Typical Majors for College Athletes: What are They?

Hey everyone, was having this talk with a friend. We were curious, what do college athletes usually major in? I know it probably varies a lot, but are there any common trends?

a year ago

Colleges with Strong Football Booster Support

As a prospective student-athlete, I'm looking into colleges with healthy football programs. Do you guys know which colleges have the most support from football boosters?

a year ago

Common Careers for Business Majors: What Are They?

Hey, I'm thinking about majoring in business. I wanted to know, what do most business majors end up doing once they're finished with their degrees? Are there any specific industries a large number go …

a year ago

Life after College: What do Art Majors Typically do?

Hi there! I'm an aspiring art major, and I've been curious about this for a while. What do most art majors end up doing once they've completed their degrees? Are there common career paths?

a year ago

Colleges with the Largest Endowments

Which colleges have the most money in their endowments? Does this have a direct effect on the financial aid they can provide or their overall resources?

a year ago

Art College Admissions: What are Common Requirements?

Hi, I'm looking into art colleges and I'm a bit confused. What do most art colleges require for admission? Besides a portfolio, is there anything else they typically look at?

a year ago

What extracurricular activities do colleges value most?

I've been involved in a few extracurricular activities (the debate team and cross country, mainly), but I'm kind of in a dilemma. I'm wondering, are there any specific extracurriculars that colleges s …

a year ago

Which factors are most important in choosing a college?

I'm having a tough time figuring out which factors should influence my choice when deciding between colleges. Is it better to prioritize the academic program/major, financial aspect, campus setting, s …

a year ago

Colleges with the Highest Number of Nobel Laureates

Hi everyone! As a junior deeply interested in research and academia, I'm considering universities with a strong intellectual community. Do you happen to know which college has the highest number of No …

a year ago

Colleges and NBA: Where Do The Number 1 Draft Picks Come From?

Hi, currently a junior and an enthusiastic basketballer. In planning for my future, I'm trying to aim for colleges with strong basketball programs. Can anyone share some info on what college has the m …

a year ago

Universities with NFL Starters?

Hello everyone, I'm a high school junior and a huge football fan. While I understand that making it all the way to be an NFL starter is quite a big dream, I think it's worth aiming high. I'm curious i …

a year ago

What pricy items do a lot of college students own?

I've been thinking about budgeting for college lately and want to get a sense of what kind of pricier items college students generally have. Is it common to bring things like a mini fridge or a fancy …

a year ago

Average college experience?

Hey, I’m just curious. Besides their studies, what do most people in college do? Like, what's the typical social scene or extracurricular involvement?

a year ago

University Size and its Impact

Hey there, I'm starting to look at colleges and I was wondering which university has the most students? Would attending a larger college over a smaller one impact my college experience in any signific …

a year ago

National Championships and College Prestige

Hey all, I'm a high school junior considering my college options. I've heard that some colleges have won a lot of national championships across various sports. Does that significantly contribute to th …

a year ago

Top Colleges for Overall Sports Championships

Hey everyone! I'm really into sports and I was just wondering, does anyone know which colleges have the most championships from all sports combined? How much does sports culture really influence life …

a year ago
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