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