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Hello there! Junior year is giving me quite a ride with all these college admissions stuff. I wanted to ask, in the process of preparing for college admissions, what do you think is the most important …

I'm in the middle of my college search and I keep hearing about 'old money' in certain universities. What does this mean, exactly? And can someone clue me in on which colleges are known for this 'old …

Yo peeps, I'd love to know what are some of the current college majors that are considered 'hipster'? I find less traditional academic pathways to be really intriguing.

Hey guys, hope you're well. I've been thinking about joining the college football team and I'm curious about something. Does playing for a college team with a good record, such as being known for havi …

I'm sort of stuck in the conundrum where I'm deciding between the 'most famous' college I got accepted to and another that I feel is the right fit for me. How much does the prestige of a college count …

Hey there! I'm trying to understand more about the 'elite' colleges across the country - what makes them so, and why are they often considered better than 'less prestigious' colleges? What kind of opp …

Hey, peeps! I'm in my senior year and need to start building a robust college list. Any advice on how to create the most detailed and well-researched list of colleges to apply to? I want to consider f …

Hey guys! I am a bit anxious about the college admissions process given all the recent changes and uncertainties. What was the most chaotic college admissions season in recent years, and how did stude …

Hey everyone, I'm going off to college in a year and want to be fully prepared. One thing I worry about is health and safety. So, I was wondering if any of you have suggestions for what to include in …

So, I've read a lot about how college students are becoming more open about mental health, and I think that's super important! So, what are the most common mental illnesses among college students? Is …

Okay friends, trying to anticipate what college life has in store for me. I hear a lot about the major sources of stress in college. What are the most common ones that college-aged students typically …

Hey guys, I'm curious if there are specific US colleges that have a higher concentration of Thai students. I’m Thai myself and although I'm definitely looking forward to meeting a diverse range of peo …

Hey! I'm not too far off from heading to college, and I want to be as prepared as possible. So, what are some of the most common complaints of college students? I want to know so I can set realistic e …

Hey everyone, I'm considering going to a community college to save money. Do you guys have any suggestions for the most affordable community colleges in the US that offer high-quality education?

Hey everyone, as I am starting to look into colleges, I've been wondering what the most difficult part of the college experience tends to be. Is it the rigorous academics, adjusting to living away fro …

Hey there! I understand this can be kind of subjective, but are there any universally agreed upon classes that are just plain boring in college? I want to make the most of my time at university, so an …

Just doing some daydreaming about college apps. They say to 'imagine yourself there,' right? Anyways, out of curiosity, does anyone know of colleges that are known for being the most beautiful in thei …

I've been touring some colleges and found that the environment of the campus strongly influences my opinion about it. So, I want to know about your experiences. What's the most attractive university o …

Hey there! I'm beginning to consider colleges, and as an LGBT+ student, I want a school with a welcoming and inclusive environment. What are some of the most LGBT-friendly colleges you all can recomme …

Hey there! I've been wondering... what does 'success' in college commonly look like? Is it about getting straight A's or more about developing skills and making connections for future careers? What ar …