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Hey there! I am planning to apply to Wesleyan, and I'd like to know when Early Decision and Regular Decision notifications are generally released. I can't find any specific dates online, so if someone …

Hey, can someone explain what academic advisement is? I've heard of it but not sure how it works and how it can benefit me during high school and the college process. Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone, I've been looking at getting an associate's degree in general science before transferring to a 4-year college. What are some of the benefits of having a general science associate's degree …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior in high school and still trying to figure out what career path would be the best fit for me. Is there a comprehensive list or resource that breaks down different types of …

Hey everyone, I'm just starting my college application journey and am trying to figure out how to make my Common App look good. What are some examples of extracurricular activities you guys have liste …

Hey guys! I'm applying to Vanderbilt Early Decision this year, and I'm excited/anxious to hear back. When should I expect their decisions to be released? I'm curious if there's a pattern from previous …

Hi! I've been researching apprenticeships lately and I've seen that some people recommend joining a union apprenticeship to get training and a good career start. Can anyone explain how the union appre …

Hello there! I'm a junior exploring pre-med options and UPenn caught my attention. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about the pre-med requirements at UPenn? How's the academic support, …

Hey y'all! I've been looking into different pre-med programs, and Northwestern's really caught my eye. Can someone who's in their pre-med program or knows about it share their experiences and how they …

I've got a super important test coming up and I tend to get really anxious right before taking it. Any tips or advice on how to mentally prepare myself and stay calm right before and during the test? …

I've heard that having a good relationship with teachers is crucial for college recommendations. How can I build strong connections with my teachers in junior year? What are some tips for approaching …

So I'm working towards an associate degree in arts, and I've been wondering what job options are out there for someone with this degree. What are some typical careers pursued with an associate degree …

I've been dreaming of attending UC Berkeley for a while now, but I still have some questions about the required GPA for admissions. What's the typical GPA range for students who get accepted into UC B …

Hey! So I've been getting interested in welding, but I don't have any experience yet. What should I do to land my first welding job with no experience under my belt?

What's up, y'all? I have to give a persuasive speech in my English class, but I'm struggling to come up with a topic that I'm passionate about. Could you guys suggest some interesting and unique ideas …

Hello! I'm considering pursuing an Associates in Science degree, but I'm a little unsure about the potential career paths available. Can anyone give me some examples of jobs or fields I could enter wi …

Hey guys, I'm looking into USC for college and was wondering about the size of the campus. Can anyone tell me how many acres the campus is? Just trying to get a feel for the environment before I visit …

Hey guys! I'm looking into getting an associate's degree but I'm not sure about the job prospects afterwards. What are some of the best careers to look into with an associate's degree under my belt?

Hey everyone, does anyone know when UPenn is likely to release their early decision announcements? I applied ED and I'm a mix of nervous and excited. Thanks for any info you can provide!

Hey guys, I'm a junior thinking of applying to Rice University next year, but feeling a bit nervous if I end up having an interview for them. What kind of questions should I expect during the intervie …