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I'm applying to Rice and want to make sure I don't miss any important dates. Does anyone know when the deadline is to schedule or submit an interview for admission?

I'm wondering if Rice University requires incoming freshmen to go through an interview as part of the admission process. If so, how important is it in the overall application?

I'm really interested in Rice's architecture program and heard there's an interview component. Can anyone share their experiences or insights about what the architecture interviews at Rice are like?

Can someone share their experience with a Tufts University interview? How was the format, and what kind of questions were asked? I'd love to get as much insight as possible before mine.

I'm prepping for a group interview at a university soon. What should I expect in terms of structure and types of questions, and do you have any tips to help make a good impression?

I'm considering taking a gap year after high school to work abroad. Does anyone have suggestions on countries or programs that are good for high school graduates looking to work internationally for a …

What's the best way to write a thank you letter after a university interview? Should it be handwritten or via email? I'm eager to leave a positive impression, so any tips on what to include would be m …

Are there specific examples or frameworks for crafting a 'tell me about yourself' response for a university interview? If you've done this, what worked for you? I'm not sure how personal I should get …

I've applied to a nursing program and I have an interview coming up. What kind of questions should I expect? Any tips on how to stand out during the interview would be super helpful!

I've got an interview for a nursing program at my top-choice university. I'm curious about what kinds of questions they might ask and how best to prepare. Any tips or example questions from those who' …

I'm planning a gap year and curious if it's important to have a job during this time. Does working help with college applications or personal development, or is it okay to focus on other experiences?

I'm torn on whether to take a gap year or head straight to college. For those who took one, did it work out for you in terms of personal growth or getting into a better college after?

I'm passionate about environmental issues and thinking about doing conservation work during a gap year. Anyone have experience with this? How do I find opportunities that are reputable and impactful?

I'm looking into taking a year off after high school to do Christian youth work. Has anyone done something similar, and how did it impact your college admissions or career path afterwards?

I'm considering doing some charity work abroad during my gap year after high school. Does anyone have suggestions for reputable organizations or personal experiences they could share? I'm trying to fi …

I'm considering taking a gap year before going to university in the UK. How do gap years generally work there? What are some popular ways people spend this time? I'm looking for ideas beyond just trav …

I'm passionate about horses and would love to spend my gap year working with them. Is there a specific program or place that offers this kind of opportunity? I want something immersive where I can rea …

I want to take a gap year and go on a working holiday. What countries are best for this kind of adventure? I've heard about places like New Zealand and Australia being popular. How easy is it to find …

I'm considering spending my gap year doing paid work in Thailand. Does anyone know of legit opportunities or programs that offer this? What kind of work is available, and how's the pay compared to liv …

Has anyone spent their gap year working on a ranch? I'm super interested in doing something hands-on with animals, like horses. Would love to hear about any programs or experiences people have had. Wh …