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What Exactly Is a Commuter Student?

Hey everyone, sorry if this seems ignorant but what exactly does 'commuter student' mean? I stumbled upon this term in a few college websites but couldn't grasp it fully. Is it like, living off-campus …

2 years ago

How should I write my financial aid appeal letter after receiving bad grades?

Hey guys, my grades slipped this semester due to some personal circumstances and I've heard that it could potentially affect my financial aid. Have any of you written an appeal letter for bad grades b …

2 years ago

What's the process of applying ED to Duke?

So, I've set my heart on Duke. I've heard that applying ED can really make a difference in terms of acceptance rates? Is this true and how exactly does the Duke ED process work? Any pertinent dates I …

2 years ago

The Mysteries of Grading Curves

I've got a professor who uses the term 'grading curve' quite a bit. But what does this curve mean exactly? How does it affect my grades? I'm in a state of confusion. Your insights could really help me …

2 years ago

Boosting your GPA past 4.0, is that a real thing?

Hey folks, always heard some peers talk about having GPAs higher than 4.0. I'm trying to figure out the truth of this matter. How is it possible to get a GPA higher than 4.0? I'm really curious... Wou …

2 years ago

Which Colleges Have the Best Student Life?

Hey guys! While academics are important, I'm also looking for a school where I can really enjoy my time outside of classes. So, any colleges with amazing student life out there that I should consider?

2 years ago

Colleges Best Known for English Majors

So I've decided that English is definitely the major for me. But which colleges out there have the best programs for English majors? Better if they also offer good internships and post-grad opportunit …

2 years ago

Colgate ED Acceptance Rate?

Hey everyone, Colgate is one of my top choices, and I'm considering applying Early Decision. I'm curious, does anyone out there know what their ED acceptance rate is?

2 years ago

The CMU Early Action Process?

Guys, I'm really stressing about getting my applications right. So, does Carnegie Mellon University have an early action option? If so, when's the deadline, and what are the benefits of applying early …

2 years ago

Case Western's Application Fee

Does anyone know if Case Western has a waiver for their application fee? I want to apply but I'm trying to save funds.

2 years ago

Deadline woes: CSUN admission

Hi all, so I'm planning on applying to California State University Northridge but I'm a little out of the loop with deadlines. Can anyone tell me when the deadline for undergraduate admission is? I'd …

2 years ago

Cal Poly SLO Scholarship Opportunities and Tips?

Looking at the cost of tuition at Cal Poly SLO, and I was wondering if anyone has any info about scholarship opportunities or tips on how to stand out? Any advice for securing scholarships would be su …

2 years ago

Cal Poly Pomona's Official Name Clarification?

Bit of an odd question, but I've seen Cal Poly Pomona being referred to by a few different names, and I'm wondering what the full, proper, and official name is? Is it possible to get some clarity?

2 years ago

Colleges with Highest Med School Acceptance Rates

I'm considering going pre-med and I've heard that some schools have really high med school acceptance rates. What colleges should I be considering if I'm looking for ones with the highest med school a …

2 years ago

Impressions of High Point Campus

Hey everyone, I'm looking into High Point University and was wondering what the campus is like. Has anyone visited or studied there? What can you tell me about the campus atmosphere, facilities, and t …

2 years ago

High-Paying Majors that Don't Require Math

I'll be honest, math isn't my strongest subject, but I still want to choose a major that has good earning potential. Can anyone suggest some high-paying majors that don't require a lot of math?

2 years ago

Insights into Duke's Greek Life?

Potential Duke applicant here, trying to get a feel for the student life there. Can anyone speak to the prominence or lack thereof of Greek life on Duke's campus? Do a lot of students participate in f …

2 years ago

Greek Life at Saint Anselm College

Hi folks, is there anyone here who can shed some light on the prevalence of Greek Life at Saint Anselm College? I'm really interested in joining a fraternity or a sorority and it's a big factor in my …

2 years ago

Division 3 Athletic Scholarships

I'm a bit stressed trying to figure this out. Does Division 3 really offer athletic scholarships? Any words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated.

2 years ago

Dixie State University in Saint George, Utah

Hey, I'm considering applying to Dixie State University in Saint George, Utah. Is anybody here familiar with their admissions process? Also, would love some insights about the campus life, environment …

2 years ago
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