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Hey folks, I'm waiting eagerly for my Cornell admission status. Any insight into their usual timeline for announcing admission decisions? Also, what should I do if I don't hear back from them by the e …
Hey guys! I am a high school junior totally hooked to computer science. I've been coding since freshman year and wish to pursue it in college. Can you recommend some good universities known for their …
Hello folks, I'm a rising junior and it's my first time dealing with the Common App. Can someone please guide me about the type of information I need to provide in the contact information section? I m …
I've heard about something called the 'school report' on Common App. Could someone explain its purpose and its importance in the overall application process?
Hello, I'm a rising junior interested in arts and design and have been looking at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Is it a good school for arts? I've heard mixed reviews.
I am planning to apply to Northeastern through Early Action. When do they usually release their decisions? Also, what should I be doing while I wait for the results?
I've been looking into Stony Brook and I'm kind of interested in applying. However, as I juggle my studies, extracurriculars, and the whole college application process, I'm having trouble keeping up w …
So I'm from California and I'm thinking about making a big move for college. I'm interested in dance and I know New York has a vibrant arts scene. Can anyone here suggest some solid dance colleges in …
Hey folks, I just got my room assignment for next year and they gave me the contact info for my roommate. I'm a little anxious about it, honestly. What's the best way to introduce myself to them over …
I've been looking into attending a summer program at Columbia University. Can anyone share their experience or give advice on this program for high schoolers?
To anyone who's participated in Columbia's Pre-college summer program: How was your experience? Would you say it helped you gain a clearer understanding of what college life at Columbia is like?
Hey guys. I'm a little confused about foreign language requirements for college applications. How many years of language study do colleges generally look for in applications? I'm aware it probably var …
As someone who's really passionate about music, I've heard about the Columbia-Juilliard Exchange Program. Can anyone provide insights or personal experiences about the program? Is it beneficial for so …
I'm a junior currently exploring potential career paths and law has really caught my interest. Does anyone know which colleges offer strong pre-law programs or something that'll give me a solid founda …
Hi everyone, Florida State University is one of the institutions I'm considering and I wanted to see if they offered minors. Has anyone got an idea about the minors they offer? Some details about the …
I just came across a scholarship application that requires an essay of 650 characters. But I'm a bit confused. Any idea how many words this typically translates into? I usually think about my essays i …
Been hearing that it's possible to have a GPA over 4.0 and it's blowing my mind. How does that even work? Is this due to AP or Honors class weighting? And if so, how much can these classes boost your …
Is the UF Honors program worth the hype? What sort of benefits does it offer academic-wise and socially? I'm trying to decide if it's worth the extra application effort.
I gotta get some information on my application and I thought I should reach out to them directly. Does anyone have the Rutgers admissions email or knows the best time to contact them?
Hey there! I've been researching Florida Polytechnic University and am trying to figure out how selective they are. Does anybody know what their acceptance rate is, or has any specific info about thei …