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Capitalizing on College Experiences

So, I've been hearing a lot about how college is meant to be this transformative phase in our lives. I'm curious, aside from studying, how can I make the best use of my college experience? Think clubs …

2 years ago

What are some colleges that are highly committed to community service?

Hello everyone, I'm passionate about community service and would love to continue this passion throughout my college years. Do you know of any colleges that are particularly known for their dedication …

2 years ago

Visualizing College Admissions: Images of the Most Selective Colleges in the US

Hey guys, I'm a visual person and I believe it helps my motivation to aim for a goal if I can envision it. I've been trying to find images of the most selective colleges in the US for some inspiration …

2 years ago

Will aiming for the most challenging colleges hurt you if you're not ready?

I've heard some of my peers always aiming for the most challenging colleges, while I feel like I'm more of a fit for medium competitive schools. Do you think aiming for the most challenging colleges e …

2 years ago

Ideas for Thanksgiving College Break

I heard you get extended time off in college for Thanksgiving. How do college students usually use that time?

2 years ago

Forgetting learned knowledge post-college – How normal is It?

Hi all. This may seem like an odd question, but I've been hearing a lot that college graduates tend to forget a lot of what they've learned after a few years. Can someone explain how true is this and …

2 years ago

How might military service shape one's life?

As a junior, I'm trying to think not just short term, but long term. How might serving in the military shape or influence one's life even long after active duty? Are there aspects of your civilian lif …

2 years ago

Loans for College Tuition: A Parent's Obligation?

Hey guys, just musing over something. How many parents do you think actually take out loans to fund their child's college tuition? Is this a common practice or do families typically seek out other opt …

2 years ago

How do colleges generally organize midterms?

Hey there. I'm getting a little nervous about the whole college testing system. How do colleges usually handle midterms? Is it standardized across the board, or does it vary depending on the school or …

2 years ago

Optimizing College Meal Plan Usage

This may sound like a weird question, but I've heard meal plans can be expensive so bear with me. Does anyone have any strategies on how to use a college meal plan optimally? Like, as what meals shoul …

2 years ago

Top Funded Colleges - Who gets most donations?

Just curious, which colleges seem to get the most donations? Like, I've heard of some colleges having huge endowments, and it got me wondering which ones actually receive the most financial support fr …

2 years ago

What's the gender ratio at Hunter College?

Hey everyone, I've been looking into Hunter College as a possible choice after high school. I read somewhere that the student population is mostly female. Can anyone confirm if this is true? And if so …

2 years ago

Which colleges have the most number of Jewish students?

Hi, I'm looking into applying to Hillel colleges and I was wondering, which have the highest number of Jewish students? I'm interested in a strong Jewish community in any potential universities I appl …

2 years ago

How busy are college professors usually?

Hello all, I was wondering about the workload of a college professor. How accessible are they for students who need extra help or guidance? And how much time do they usually allocate for office hours?

2 years ago

Alumni Donating in Historically Black Colleges

Hey, I've got a question. Among historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), which ones see the highest amount of donations from alumni?

2 years ago

Health on Campus: Illnesses Affecting College Students

Hi everyone! I've been thinking a lot about maintaining my health while at college. Could anyone share information on what are some of the most common illnesses that affect college students? How can I …

2 years ago

Age range of College Football Players

Hey folks! This has been itching on my mind lately; how old are most college football players? I play football in high school and was wondering about the age range in college. Thanks for any insight!

2 years ago

Is Hillary Clinton a common theme for college essays?

Hey all, has anyone else noticed a pattern of Hillary Clinton being a popular topic for college essays? Just wondering if choosing such a topic would make my application blend in or stand out?

2 years ago

Most Competitive College in Georgia

I'm setting my sights on some high-reaching goals for college. Can anyone tell me which is considered to be the most competitive college in Georgia?

2 years ago

Experiences of Women in the Military

I'm a junior planning for my next step and I've been increasingly interested in the military. However, as a young woman, I'm a bit apprehensive. Could anyone share personal stories or experiences of w …

2 years ago
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