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Hello! I need to start writing university entrance essays and I'm feeling a bit stressed about it. Can anyone provide some guidelines on what to write, how to structure the essay, and maybe share some …

What are some of the best colleges for disabled students? I'll be applying to colleges soon, and I want to make sure I'm looking at schools that have good support systems and accommodations in place.

I want to teach myself some new skills and maybe even academic subjects outside of school, but I'm not sure how to stay on track and efficient while doing so. Any advice on self-learning techniques an …

So, I've been thinking about alternative education options, and I'm wondering about the general reputation of vocational institutes. Are there some well-known institutes that I should check out? Any p …

Hey fellow applicants, I'm really into horseback riding and would like to continue that passion when I go to college. Can anyone recommend some colleges with equestrian teams or programs? Would love t …

Hi everyone! I've come across the term 'Associate of Arts' while researching colleges, but I'm not really sure what it means. Can someone explain to me what an Associate of Arts degree is and how it d …

I've seen the term 'fellowship' around a lot when looking at colleges, but I'm not exactly sure what it is or how it might benefit me. Could anyone help me understand the concept of fellowships in col …

Help me out, please! I'm planning on majoring in mechanical engineering. What are some of the best universities for mechanical engineering in the US? Additionally, what factors should I consider when …

Hey everyone, I'm really interested in attending med school in New York, but I'm not sure which ones are the best in the area. Can anyone provide me with a list of some reputable med schools in New Yo …

I'm a junior trying to figure out my college major, and I've noticed that some universities have prerequisite courses as part of their program requirements. Can someone explain what these are and how …

I'm starting to evaluate potential colleges and I've been trying to figure out how much weight I should put on the amenities each college offers. Should I prioritize these amenities or focus more on a …

Hey, I'm aiming to apply to some highly competitive schools like Harvard and I've heard that stellar recommendation letters can make a difference. How do I go about asking my teachers for exceptional …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior trying to plan my future. Do I go to med school right after completing my undergraduate degree, or is there something else to do before applying? Any advice is appreciated. …

Hey everyone! I've been thinking about alternatives to going straight to college after high school, and I've become interested in apprenticeships. Can you suggest some high-paying apprentice jobs that …

Hey! So I'm a junior and I've been feeling kinda stressed about the whole college admissions process. I've heard about admissions consulting services and I'm considering using one. Have any of you guy …

Hey everyone, I'm really interested in the United States Air Force Academy, and I would like to know how to increase my chances of being accepted. What should I focus on, and what extracurricular acti …

I came across the FlexMed Early Assurance Program at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and I'm considering applying. Has anyone here applied or been accepted into the program? What was your …

Hi everyone! I'm considering applying to Brown as a premed student. Can anyone share their experiences with the premed track at Brown and some tips for making my application attractive to them? Thanks …

Hey folks! As a high school junior, I'm starting to think about college life and what it's really like. Can anyone give me an idea of what the college life experience is like? What should I expect whe …

Hey everyone! I can't decide between getting tutoring for test prep (SAT/ACT) or just doing self-study with books and online resources. What are your experiences and which method do you prefer? Would …