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Goals for high school seniors: what should I focus on?

Hey everyone! I'm going to be a senior in high school this year, and I was wondering what my main goals should be. Are there specific things I should prioritize in terms of academics, extracurriculars …

2 years ago

Getting into Brown's PLME program?

Hello! I'm a junior interested in Brown's PLME program, which is a combined BS/MD program. Does anyone have any tips on what I should focus on for the rest of my high school career and during the appl …

2 years ago

Early Action Results Release

Hey everyone, I'm applying early action to a few colleges and I'm super curious to know when they typically release their decisions. Does anyone have any experience with this or know the general timef …

2 years ago

Finding The Best Paid Apprenticeships

I'm trying to find out more about apprenticeships and would like to know which ones are the best paid. Can anyone give me some insights or pointers to find the top paying apprenticeships? Thanks!

2 years ago

College prerequisites - what are they?

In my college research, I've been seeing the term 'prerequisite' quite a lot. Can someone help me understand what a prerequisite is and how it affects my college course selection?

2 years ago

How do the Ivy League schools compare by acceptance rates?

Hi guys! I've been trying to figure out how competitive some of the Ivy League schools are and wanted to compare their acceptance rates. Can any of you help me understand these rates or point me to a …

2 years ago

How long do internships typically last?

Hello! I'm considering doing an internship in the summer, but I'm unsure about the commitment. How long do internships usually last for high school students? Are they generally flexible with the time …

2 years ago

Boston College decision date?

I plan on applying to Boston College and was wondering when they usually release their decisions. Is there a specific date for the results? Hoping to know soon. Thanks!

2 years ago

Vanderbilt premed requirements?

Hey y'all! Vanderbilt's premed program has caught my eye and I'm curious about the requirements. Can someone fill me in on their program? Thank you!

2 years ago

University of Miami Early Action Notification Date?

Hey all! I applied early action to the University of Miami and I'm really curious about when they usually release their decisions. Can anyone shed some light on this? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Preparing for SAT and ACT

Hey, guys! I'm a junior and starting to think about college admissions. I'm a bit overwhelmed by the SAT and ACT. What resources have you used to prepare, and do you recommend studying simultaneously …

2 years ago

What is a courtesy deferral?

Hey there! I recently saw the term 'courtesy deferral' on a college admissions forum. Anyone know what it means and how it might apply to someone's application process?

2 years ago

Is a 31 on the ACT good?

Hi guys! I just took the ACT and got a score of 31. I'm pretty happy with it, but I'm just wondering if it's a competitive score for top-tier colleges. Should I consider retaking it or is it good enou …

2 years ago

Dentistry education path in the US?

Hey everyone, I'm really interested in pursuing dentistry as a career. Can someone walk me through the typical education path to become a dentist in the United States? Like, what degrees do I need and …

2 years ago

Tulane Pre-Med Experience?

Hey! I'm considering applying to Tulane for their pre-med program. Does anyone here have any experience being a pre-med student there? If so, how was the advising, resources, and course load?

2 years ago

What are some fun activities for finals week?

Finals week is coming up at my high school, and I'm looking for some stress-relieving events or activities that we could organize to take the edge off. Anyone got any suggestions of what works for you …

2 years ago

Categories of Universities

What's up guys, I'm researching colleges to apply to and I've come across 'categories of universities.' Can someone help me understand the different categories, like liberal arts colleges, research un …

2 years ago

What does 'paid training' mean in job listings?

I've been looking for jobs and internships to help build my resume before applying to college. I've noticed a lot of listings mention 'paid training.' What exactly does that mean and is it a good oppo …

2 years ago

Pre-med at UCSD: What's it like?

Hey guys! I've been looking into pre-med programs and UCSD caught my eye. Can anyone share their experience with the pre-med program there, like the coursework, research opportunities and how pre-med …

2 years ago

How to Organize a Job Search

Hi, peeps! I'm a rising senior and starting to feel stressed about searching for a job or internship during the college process. I want to make my job search process as efficient as possible. Do you h …

2 years ago
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