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At what point would taking more classes in a semester be counterproductive? I want to keep up a high GPA while also getting the most out of my courses. Any advice?
I'm researching the format of a couple of AP exams over here and, honestly, the Long Essay Questions (LEQs) intimidate me a bit. Is there a recommended length for an LEQ that hits the sweet spot for d …
I have Statistics lined up for my spring semester, but is it going to give me a hard time? How difficult is it? Any advice from someone who's conquered this beast?
Does anyone have experiences/reviews about High Point University? Looking for stuff about their academics, student life, faculty, resources, etc. Trying to get a genuine perspective before I apply.
Okay, so I'm considering applying early action to Harvard, but I'm not sure when I would hear back. Does anyone have any info on this?
Yo, anyone got insight on the best colleges for creative writing? I'm looking for programs that balance writing workshops with lit classes. Any recommendations?
Hey guys, I heard a lot about these summer programs for high school students at different universities, and I've been particularly interested in the one at Cornell. Is it really worth it though? I mea …
So, I'm about to take AP Physics 1 next semester. I need an honest opinion from anyone who's been through this. How hard is it? What major challenges should I gear up for?
I'm applying for early action at Florida State University and was wondering when they typically release their decision? Also, do they send out decisions all at once or on a rolling basis? Thanks in ad …
UMass Amherst has been on my list, but I haven't come across much personal feedback. What's the overall student life like there? How are the academics, extracurricular activities, and the campus in ge …
Applied to Georgia Tech EA but I'm not sure about the decision date. I know they announce the decisions in Jan, but is there a specific date? I'm kinda stressed, and knowing the timeline will help me …
Quick query: Does anyone know the deadline for Cornell's Early Decision application? Is it the same every year or can it change? Thank you in advance, really appreciate the help!
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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?
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 …
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?