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List of SAT optional colleges?

Hey guys, I'm planning for college applications and wanted to know which schools are currently SAT optional. Is there a list or resource available with such information? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Common App application tips?

I'm getting ready to apply to colleges using the Common App and was wondering if you guys could share some tips or common mistakes to avoid? Any advice would be super helpful. Thanks!

2 years ago

Georgetown Deferral

I recently got deferred from Georgetown and I'm feeling a bit discouraged. Does anyone have any advice on what steps to take after receiving a deferral? Or any stats on deferral acceptance rates for G …

2 years ago

Pros and cons of legacy admissions?

Hey everyone, I got curious after seeing the term 'legacy admissions' pop up often in the college admissions discussions. Can anyone break down the pros and cons of legacy admissions, and explain how …

2 years ago

When does Tufts release its decisions?

Hi, I'm thinking of applying to Tufts and am curious about when their decisions are typically released. Does anyone have any information on the decision release timeline for Tufts?

2 years ago

Top schools in Massachusetts?

Hey guys, I'm a junior and I'm starting to make my college list. I'm really interested in schools located in Massachusetts, and I was wondering if any of y'all could give me some advice on which ones …

2 years ago

UChicago Regular Decision Date

Hey everyone! When should I expect to hear back from UChicago regarding my Regular Decision application? I'm super nervous and just want to be prepared. Thanks for your help!

2 years ago

BC ED release date

Hey guys, I applied Early Decision to Boston College and I'm getting more anxious by the day. Does anyone know their ED decision release date?

2 years ago

Vanderbilt Early Decision Binding?

Hey y'all, Vanderbilt is one of my top schools and I'm considering applying Early Decision. Just to clarify, is Vanderbilt's ED program binding? Want to make sure I know what I'm getting into. Thanks …

2 years ago

Deferring admission: what does it mean?

Hi everyone! Just came across the term 'deferring admission' while researching college stuff. Can someone explain its meaning and its implications for a prospective college student? Thanks!

2 years ago

Is USC public or part of the UC system?

Hey guys, I'm a little confused about USC. Is it a public school and part of the University of California system, or is it private? Thanks for any clarification!

2 years ago

Pre-Med Program Rankings

Hey guys! I'm hoping to pursue a pre-med track in college, and I want to find the best programs out there. Are there any reliable rankings or sources I can use to compare different pre-med programs at …

2 years ago

Benefits of liberal arts colleges in the United States?

Hi everyone, I've been looking into liberal arts colleges in the US, and I'm curious about the main benefits and differences compared to research universities. Can anyone share their experiences or th …

2 years ago

Occidental Decision Date?

Hey! I'm a little bit stressed waiting for my decision from Occidental. Does anyone know when they usually release their Regular Decision notifications? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

University of Chicago Regular Decision Release Date?

Does anyone know when University of Chicago typically releases their Regular Decision results? I can't seem to find it online. Thanks!

2 years ago

What's Harvard's yield rate?

Hey, I was just curious, what's the yield rate for Harvard University? I've heard it's pretty high, but I can't find any recent stats. Anyone got any numbers on this?

2 years ago

How do I tackle supplemental essay prompts?

I'm in the process of working on my college applications, and I'm finding the supplemental essay prompts pretty challenging. Can anyone provide some tips or advice on how to approach these essays and …

2 years ago

Acceptance release date?

Hey everyone! I've been waiting for my college application decisions and I'm getting pretty anxious. Does anyone know when colleges usually release their acceptance decisions? Are there specific dates …

2 years ago

Notre Dame RD date?

Hi everyone! I applied to Notre Dame for Regular Decision, and I'm pretty nervous about when I'll hear back from them. Does anyone know when the decision date usually is for Notre Dame? Thanks in adva …

2 years ago

When should I expect Early Action results?

Hey, I applied Early Action to a few colleges, but I'm not sure when the results usually come out. Can anyone give me a rough timeline or share their previous experiences with EA results?

2 years ago
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