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Hey there! Just a little stressed junior here. I've been hearing a lot about the importance of different bits and pieces of the college application, but what's the MOST important part? I've heard that …

Huge Harry Potter fan. Always fantasized about studying in a castle-like scenario just like Hogwarts. Do we have colleges that resemble Hogwarts in the U.S.? Your suggestions are welcome!

Hola! I'm currently a junior investigating on colleges and I'm looking for institutions with a significant Hispanic representation. My culture is really important to me, and I'd love to find a campus …

This may seem like an odd question but I'm curious, why do certain college football teams get so much hate? Is it rivalries, or behavior of the team, or something else? I'm pretty into football and I' …

Hello there! I'm an international student hoping to study in the US, but the cost seems prohibitive. I'm wondering, what colleges are known to be generous with financial aid for international students …

So, I'm gay and I'm proud of it! I want to feel comfortable and expressed in a college. Can y'all suggest some colleges in America which are notably gay-friendly? I'd prefer if they're also good acade …

Hey guys, ambitious future athlete here, I'm curious to know which colleges have produced the most first-round draft picks. My dream is to play at the professional level, and any information could hel …

Pretty unique question here, haha. But I'm really into fashion and I'm curious to know if any colleges are known for having notably fashionable students. It's not a deal-breaker, just curious!

Hey there, I am trying to compile a list of colleges to apply to. Wondering about the most famous or esteemed colleges in the U.S.? A diverse range of criteria would be lovely - I'm considering everyt …

I've heard a lot recently about the most famous HBCU colleges like Howard University, Morehouse College, Spelman College. Besides their historical significance, I was wondering why they stand out in t …

Hey, quick question. Which colleges tend to be the priciest for out-of-state students? I'm considering widening my options but I also want to be mindful of costs, especially since out-of-state fees ca …

Hey, y'all! Just starting to dive into this whole college search thing, and honestly, I reckon I'll need my own space to maintain my sanity. So, anyone got a list of colleges with the most single dorm …

I've got an interest in logistics and strategies and thinking military logistics might be a fit for me. Anyone know what you study in a military logistics major in college? Also, are career prospects …

Hi everybody, I'm considering enlisting after high school as a way to help fund my college education. I've heard about special loans available for service members or their families. Could anybody expl …

I'm thinking of joining the military before college, but I don't want to fall behind academically. How can I amass college credits while still fulfilling my military duties?

Hey there, I'm a junior from Illinois and have started looking at colleges for next year. I noticed that the most expensive college in Illinois is way above my budget. Does anybody have any idea why i …

I know India has a ton of engineering colleges, potentially more than any other state. Yet, I'm more familiar with U.S. institutions. How do the quality and prestige of engineering programs compare be …

As I'm starting to look into colleges, I keep coming across this term - 'endowment'. How important should a college's endowment be in my decision to apply or attend? Does a larger endowment mean more …

I've been doing some research on colleges, and I just wondered, what are some of the most employable colleges in the US? More specifically, how can I find colleges where graduates have high job placem …

Hey, all. I've been exploring my college options and I'm considering applying internationally. I've heard a bit about elite colleges out of the US, like Oxford, Cambridge, ETH Zurich, etc. But, what o …