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Am still contemplating my college major, and computer science has been on my radar for a while now. If anyone here has chosen CS as their major, do you have any advice or experiences you'd like to sha …
I saw AP Seminar listed on the course catalog for next year, and it catches my eye—but is it worth it? Anyone here able to talk about their own experience?
Hey there, fellow students. I've been trying to understand better the NCAA categories. I'm particularly confused about the difference between D1 schools and D1 universities. Can someone clarify this f …
Hey, I've got a quick question. Looking into Virginia State Uni as one of my college options. How's their acceptance rate? Is it super competitive or within reach? Hoping to gauge my chances here. Tha …
Hello there, folks! I'm seeking info on the acceptance rate at Northeastern Illinois University. I've been giving some serious thought about applying but I want to get a better understanding of my cha …
Hey guys, I'm stuck trying to pick a topic for my college application essay. I want to pick a persuasive essay topic that will really impress admissions officers. Would appreciate some suggestions! Th …
Hello all, hoping you're all staying safe and healthy. I'm trying to figure out what the average SAT scores are for students admitted to Northeastern. I've been studying like mad, but want to know how …
About to go on my first campus visit and I'm super excited but also nervous. Definitely don't want to mess up the first impression. What should I wear?
Hey everyone, I currently have a straight B GPA and I'm wondering what kind of colleges this might open doors to for me. A little bit of stress here haha, but any advice is appreciated! Also, do you t …
So, got my SAT scores back and they're not the best, sitting at 950. Is this a total deal-breaking score? Or are there colleges that would still accept this? Also, is a retake likely to improve my sco …
Is there anyone here who has advice on how and when to ask for a recommendation letter from a teacher? I want to make sure I approach this in the best way possible, but I'm not exactly sure where to s …
Just doing some research and Ringling College of Art and Design (RCAD) caught my eye. But I'm getting a bit confused about their acceptance rates. How weighting should I put on a school’s acceptance r …
Hey, kinda embarrassed to ask this but, is Purdue University considered an Ivy League school? I've heard some people talk about it like it is, but I can't find any official info saying so. Can anybody …
What's up everyone, I recently took the PSAT and I've been thinking about the implications of my score. How relevant is it to college admissions and scholarships? Is there a particular score range I s …
Hi y'all, bit curious here. What are the usual qualifications required for someone to become a university professor? I've interacted with a few pretty knowledgeable people in my high school but what m …
Hey everyone, I'm really interested in pursuing an arty career but I’m having a hard time choosing between different prestigious art schools. What should I be looking for? Accreditation, alumni succes …
I need some advice on how to practice the English section for the SAT. Reading comprehension has always been my weak spot. Do you guys have suggestions for practice materials or strategies that would …
Hey, folks! I've decided that I want to pursue culinary arts after high school, as cooking has been a passion of mine for a long time. I'm currently researching popular culinary schools globally, but …
Hey folks! I've got my eye on University of Pittsburgh for next fall, but I’m not sure what scores and GPA range they usually admit. Was wondering if anyone could shed some light on Pitt’s average GPA …
What's up folks? So I took the ACT and got my scores back but I'm not really sure what my percentile rank actually means. Can anyone explain this to me in simple terms? Much obliged!