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Hello everyone, I'm planning to apply to MIT and I'm a bit confused about the recommendation letter part of the process. How many letters does MIT require and who should they be from? Are there specif …
Yo guys, I'm considering applying to MIT and I'm kinda into the whole Greek life scene. Can anyone who goes to MIT or knows about their Greek life share some insight? Like, how prevalent is it on camp …
I've heard some intriguing things about the MIT Beaver Works Summer Institute. Is it advantageous for a high schooler looking to major in engineering?
Feeling a bit stressed about my applications... does anyone know when the application deadline is for the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities campus? Would be quite grateful for any heads-up!
Hey, guys! I've been seriously looking into the Michigan Math and Science Scholars program and I'm quite keen on it. Any info out there about the acceptance rates and what exactly they look for in app …
Okay, so in my UCLA acceptance package, I noticed there's a variety of meal plan options. Any UCLA students on here who can share their experiences with these plans and suggest which ones might be the …
Kinda stressed here, I'm preparing to attend LSU in the fall and I'm unsure about the meal plan situation, specifically the options and costs. Those of you who are at LSU or have been, how did you go …
I've heard mixed opinions about Duke, could someone give me a rundown on the academics and campus life? Are the programs and facilities as good as they're reputed to be?
Hi there! I realise this might be a YMMV situation, but for anyone who has taken both, could you let me know whether Discrete Math was harder for you than calculus? Trying to plan next year's schedule …
Sup peeps! I'm seriously considering going into Civil Engineering but the horror stories about how tough engineering is always manage to put me off a little. Like, is Civil Engineering really as diffi …
Hi, I've been looking into Chapman University and although it was founded by the Disciples of Christ, I'm not really sure whether it's a religious affiliated university now. Does its religious roots s …
Hey! So I'm applying to several colleges, and a lot of them ask about my ethnicity. My family is from Portugal, and I'm confused if that comes under the Hispanic category on applications. Any clarity …
Hey all! Junior year is rolling and I'm considering taking Calculus 1 next year. I have not had any problems with previous math classes, but I've heard some daunting stories about Calc 1. Is it really …
I've got a Harvard interview lined up and I'm feeling a bit anxious. Can anyone give me some advice on how to prepare? What are some common/expected questions that I should anticipate?
Feeling thrilled but also really nervous right now. I just got an acceptance email for an internship at NASA! What should be my next steps? What should I pack or prepare for? And, do you guys have any …
Curious and a bit worried here. I'm considering taking some classes at a local community college this summer to get ahead. Is this a common practice? Do colleges allow this? Also, how would these cred …
Looking for some advice here. I've got AP Lang coming up and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. Does anyone have any good study techniques or resources that worked for you? How did you balance it with all …
Hey guys! I received an acceptance letter from Cal Poly and needless to say, I'm pretty stoked. But I'd like to know, what's your opinion? Just objectively speaking, how good is Cal Poly?
Hey there! I've been pondering lately whether to take Business Statistics next term. I'm not a math whizz, and some folks say it's a pretty rough ride. Can someone who's taken it give me a heads up ab …
Hello everyone, I've registered for Business Calculus for next semester and I've heard mixed things about it, some find it difficult, and some find it doable. Can anyone give me an idea of what to exp …