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Call me an Olympic Dreamer, but I can't help but think how exciting it must be to balance academics and training at that level. My dream is to compete in the Olympics one day. Does anyone know which c …

I'm about to start my freshman year and I'm worried if I'll be able to handle the first semester. Is it usually the toughest given the transition and adapting to a whole new environment? Anyone with f …

This has been bugging me for a while and I just need to ask. I've heard a lot of perspectives about being in the military – some people say it's wasting life, others believe it doesn't really change y …

Hey everyone, I'd really appreciate some insight on this. As I'm gearing up for college and all that it entails, I'm keen on knowing how to get the most out of my college experience? Any practical sug …

Hey all. As I prepare to leave high school soon, I'm looking to improve my social game in university. Certainly not aiming to be a 'mean girl' but any advice on how to be a well-liked, popular girl in …

I've been looking into colleges in Florida due to the pleasant climate and diverse culture. I'm wanting to apply to one with a large student body. Do you guys know which Florida college has the most s …

Hi everyone, I've heard some colleges have really wealthy student bodies - not sure how much to believe that. Can anyone recommend colleges known for this, and maybe share how it affects the overall s …

I'm already planning ahead for next summer. What's worth doing in the summer before starting college? Should I look for internships, take a break and relax, or maybe start studying my subjects in adva …

I've heard many people say that guidance and counseling are important resources in college. They seem to help with a lot of things, but I'm not sure what 'everything' entails. Does anyone know more ab …

So, I recently stumbled upon this fun fact that some colleges seem to have an unusual amount of interest in squirrels (lol). Is that true? Which ones are known for their squirrel obsession? Not exactl …

I recently came across Frank Bruni's philosophy on making the most out of college - it's not about the prestige, but what you put into your education that matters. Have any of you followed this approa …

I've been reading a bunch of articles lately to get better prepared for college. Do you guys have any recommended readings that provide practical and effective tips on how you can get the most out of …

If there are any military PAs out there, could you give me a brief rundown on what your day-to-day life looks like? I'm interested in the medical field and currently exploring the military route--any …

Hello all. As I start to gear up for the college application process, I’ve been thinking about the years after that. Has anyone got advice on making the most of my college years? Not just academically …

So, not trying to sound money-oriented, but I'm curious about something. Which colleges typically have their graduates earning the most? Like, is it the Ivies or are there any surprises? I'd love to g …

Hey everyone, I'm planning on heading to college next fall and I'm wondering what tips anyone might have for becoming one of the more popular, well-known students on campus. I want to make the most of …

I am a junior exploring colleges and hearing all sorts of things from people. I'm curious to know what you think is the most over-hyped aspect of college life? It could be anything, from Greek Life to …

Because of the current situation, I might be doing some self-guided college tours. Has anyone done them before and have some advice on what to focus on to make it worthwhile?

Hey there, I'm just curious, do most people typically attend their college graduation ceremony? Is it seen as an absolute must or do some folks opt out for personal reasons or other commitments?

Hey everyone, I was wondering: What's the best way to go about selling college textbooks to get the most money back? I've heard they can be quite expensive, and I'd like to recuperate my costs where p …