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Hi everyone! I've been accepted to both Lehigh University and Boston University. I'm having a tough time deciding between the two. Can someone offer me any insights on the academics, campus life, and …

I'm interested in law and want to have a strong foundation for law school. Can you major in pre-law? What would that entail, and is it a good choice to prepare for law school? Thanks!

So, I'm debating between majoring in rhetoric or philosophy when I go to college. For those who've had experience with either major, what are the main differences in coursework and potential career pa …

Hey! I got into both the University of Illinois and University of Michigan for engineering. They both seem to have strong programs, but can anyone provide more info on the quality of education and res …

I got accepted to both Colgate and University of Michigan and am considering a pre-med track. I'm super confused about where to go. Can anyone share their opinions on their pre-med experiences at thes …

Hey everyone, I'm currently in a community college working towards my associate degree. I'd like to continue my education and eventually get a master's degree. Is it possible to apply for a master's p …

Hey everyone! I'm working on my application for Indiana University Bloomington and I want to make sure my essay stands out. Any tips for writing a great essay for IU Bloomington? What are some topics …

Hey guys, I'm currently looking into Ohio University and Ball State and can't decide which one to apply to, or maybe both. What are the pros and cons of each school? Which one do you think is better i …

I'm having a tough time choosing between PSU (Pennsylvania State University) and Temple University. Can anyone share their thoughts on the academic programs, social atmosphere, and student life at the …

Hey everyone, I got accepted to both Kansas State University and University of Kansas for engineering. I'm having a hard time deciding which school would be the better choice. Can anyone share any pro …

Hi, I've been accepted to both Tufts University and Wesleyan University! I'm having a tough time deciding which one to attend. What are the key differences between these two schools in terms of academ …

I keep hearing about A- average GPAs, but what does that exactly translate to on a 4.0 scale? What range would I need to fit into that category?

Hi all! I've been accepted to both Pratt Institute and Parsons School of Design, but I'm not sure which one is the right fit. Can anyone here provide insight on the differences between the two schools …

Hi everyone, I'm currently a high school junior and I'm hoping to become a software engineer one day. Which courses would be most helpful for me to take in high school to prepare for this career? Are …

Hey, I'm having trouble deciding between Alfred State College and Alfred University. Can anyone who has attended or has knowledge about these schools give some insight into the academics, campus life, …

I've been reading some "Why Us?" essays that worked for Columbia applicants and I've noticed a wide variety of topics and styles. What do you think makes a successful Why Columbia essay? Looking for s …

I'm deciding between attending Georgia Institute of Technology and the University of Utah. Could someone compare their academic programs, campus environment, and resources available for students in te …

Hey guys, so I've got this 529 plan set up to cover my college tuition. Is there a particular way I'm supposed to withdraw funds? And how do I ensure the money actually goes towards tuition fees effic …

Hey everyone! I'm currently trying to decide between attending the University of San Francisco (USF) and Santa Clara University (SCU). Both seem like great schools, but I'm not sure which one would be …

Hey guys, I'm currently looking for some ideas for an Engineering Design and Development (EDD) project. Have any of you tackled an interesting, innovative, or unique project that you'd be willing to s …