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Beach vibes: East coast universities with beaches nearby?

Hey, I'm looking for some universities on the east coast near the beach since I'd love to be able to spend my weekends at the shore. Can anyone recommend some good colleges that are relatively close t …

2 years ago

What's the difference between Regular Decision and other application types?

I'm a little confused about the different types of college applications. Can someone explain what Regular Decision actually means and how it differs from Early Action and Early Decision?

2 years ago

What time does Northwestern decisions come out?

Northwestern is one of my top choices and I'm super nervous. Can anyone tell me when admissions decisions are usually released and at what time I should expect them?

2 years ago

Applying Early Action vs. Regular Decision

I'm currently a junior and I'm wondering whether it's truly better to apply Early Action or Regular Decision for colleges. What are the pros and cons of each, and how do I decide which option is best …

2 years ago

Common App question – applying to colleges?

Hey there! I'm starting to work on my college applications and want to use the Common App. How exactly does the apply.common app website work? Can I apply to multiple colleges through it? Thanks!

2 years ago

What are the best premed programs in the US?

Hello everyone! I'm a high school junior looking to apply to colleges with strong pre-med programs. In your opinion, what are the top pre-med programs in the US? What should I be considering while mak …

2 years ago

Differences between the 4 types of colleges

Hey guys, can anyone explain the different types of colleges to me? I'm a bit confused about which ones I should consider applying to. Thanks!

2 years ago

Converting 1060 SAT to ACT?

Hey guys, I got a 1060 on my SAT and I'm thinking about taking the ACT as well due to my college list. Is there a reliable converter that can help me estimate my ACT score equivalent? Let me know your …

2 years ago

USC Early Action Decisions Release

Hey y'all! I submitted an Early Action application to the University of South Carolina. I'm getting a bit impatient and was wondering, when do they typically release their EA decisions? Any info would …

2 years ago

When do early action results usually come out?

Hey everyone, so I applied Early Action to a couple of schools, and I'm really anxious to find out if I got in or not. Anyone have a general idea of when EA decisions usually come out? Is it just a co …

2 years ago

UMichigan Regular Decision Release

Hey guys, I'm applying to University of Michigan for their regular decision cycle, and I can't find any info about when they'll release those decisions. Does anyone know when they're likely to come ou …

2 years ago

Northwestern decision release?

Hi everyone, I submitted my application to Northwestern (not ED) and can't seem to find a specific date for when the decisions come out. Anyone know when that might be? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Exploring Greek life in college

As I'm looking into colleges, I'm curious about the Greek life on campuses. How do you decide if it's worth joining? Can someone share their experiences and what they gained or missed out on by partic …

2 years ago

Is Early Action Binding?

Hey guys, I'm a bit confused about the college application process. Can someone clarify if Early Action applications are binding? I've heard conflicting information and want to make sure I understand …

2 years ago

Vanderbilt decision release date?

Hey everyone, does anyone know when Vanderbilt typically releases their decisions? I applied RD and I'm really anxious to find out! Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Vanderbilt Admissions Deadlines?

I'm considering applying to Vanderbilt and I want to make sure I don't miss any deadlines. Can someone let me know the deadlines for Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision? Also, are there …

2 years ago

What's the acceptance rate for Lehigh's Class of 2027?

Hey everyone! I'm applying to Lehigh University for the class of 2027, and I'm trying to gauge my chances of getting in. Does anyone know the current acceptance rate for the class of 2027? I'm a littl …

2 years ago

Dartmouth Interviews: What Should I Expect?

I'm applying to Dartmouth and I heard that they conduct interviews. Can someone explain the process to me and if they're required? Do they play a big role in the admissions process, and do you have an …

2 years ago

Howard Early Decision Results

I recently applied to Howard University for Early Decision, and I can't wait for the results! Does anyone know when they usually release ED decisions? Good luck everyone!

2 years ago

Characteristics of a Bad Letter of Recommendation

Hi everyone! I'm just trying to figure out what a good letter of recommendation should contain. Specifically, what information should a strong letter of recommendation NOT provide colleges with? Would …

2 years ago
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