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Hey, I'm a junior very much interested in tech and I'm caught between MIT and Stanford. What are some major factors that I should consider while deciding between the two? Personal experiences and opin …
Hmm, in my search for the best fit university, I've landed upon Brown as a potential target. I realize it's an Ivy, so the acceptance rate might be really low. Can anyone let me know what their actual …
Hi guys, this may seem a bit early since I’m still in high school, but I was wondering what the average GPA in college is. It would good to have an idea of the standards I would need to meet or exceed …
Hey y’all, I know all UC schools have their own strengths and weaknesses. I'm wondering how would you rank them? Just wanna get some insights from different perspectives. Thank you!
Stumbled upon Lipscomb University recently and it's looking pretty attractive. Just wondering if anyone knows what's the total cost per year including tuition, room and board, textbooks, etc.? Kind of …
Hey community, I have Mercer University on my list. Anyone have advice or tips for their admissions? Maybe something I should mention on my application or prep for?
Hey folks, so I've been considering dipping my toes into the science competition scene. They look like they could be great for boosting my college apps, plus I love science! Could anyone here share so …
Hey everyone, so I've heard all about these lists of 'top ten party schools in the USA'. Is it truly all about partying at these schools or are there more factors at play? How much weight should I be …
So I'm considering applying to UC Santa Cruz, but I'm a little stressed about my GPA. Can someone tell me what the average GPA for accepted students is? Thanks.
Okay so... I took my ACT recently, but I have no idea where to see the scores. If any of y'all could guide me through the process, it would be much appreciated. Thanks!
This might sound a little clueless, but I'm new to the college application scene. I've taken my SATs and logged onto the College Board, but I'm not entirely sure where my SAT scores are or how to inte …
Anyone else in a flurry over GPA requirements? I've been dreaming about getting into UNC and I'm trying to make sure I stay on track. Does anybody have a good understanding of what GPA they're looking …
So I've been eyeing the University of Irvine. Does anyone know what the admissions officers generally look for from applicants? Is there something particular they value a lot?
Hey guys, I'm a junior thinking of applying to MSU, but slightly worried about my GPA. Could anyone tell me what GPA MSU typically wants from incoming freshman? Thanks!
Does anyone have any figures or anecdotal evidence about how hard it is to get accepted into the University of New England? Just trying to quantify my chances here, any insights are appreciated!
Hello everyone, I'm a junior freaking out a bit because I'm not sure what I want to major in. I have so many interests, and it's hard to pinpoint just one. Any advice about how to narrow down my optio …
Hey, folks! AP season's coming up, and just out of curiousity, which AP exam is generally considered the hardest? I know 'difficulty' can be subjective, but I'm talking about general consensus or mayb …
Hi everyone, I'm just a bit concerned about my SAT scores in relation to my application to the University of South Carolina. Are they heavy on the SAT scores or do they consider other aspects of an ap …
I'm a high school junior and I've been exploring Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) as a potential college choice. Does anyone know what their financial aid packages are usually like? Is it adeq …
Hey guys, freaking out a bit over here. I've asked a few teachers to write me recommendation letters but I'm also looking for some examples to show them (and ease my nerves). If anyone has any strong …