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I'm looking into UCSB as a potential school for their pre-med program. I haven't seen much information about this program, so if anyone can share their experience or what they know about it, I'd appre …
Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I want to go into medicine. Besides hospital volunteering and such, what are some unique extracurricular activities that could really help in showing my passion …
Hey, I was wondering what types of careers I could look into during high school? Want to make sure I get a better idea of the various opportunities out there so I can plan my future.
Hey, I'm a junior in high school and I've been researching various pre-med programs, including the one at University of North Carolina. Can any current or former students share their experiences with …
Howdy! I'm an older student considering going back to college, and I was wondering if any other older students out there have some advice or resources for navigating the college process. Any help woul …
Hey guys, I'm curious about the different types of colleges out there. Can anyone explain to me what the main types are and the pros/cons of each?
I recently got an email about being selected for an internship, but I haven't received an official acceptance letter yet. How can I politely ask for an acceptance letter to confirm my spot and have it …
I'm considering transferring colleges, and I'm a bit lost with the whole process. Any advice on finding a good transfer counselor to guide me through it? Would really appreciate any recommendations or …
Hello! As I'm filling out the UC application, I'm finding it confusing how to order my activities in a way that makes sense. Does anyone have any advice on how to prioritize them or organize them effe …
Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I've heard how important networking can be for getting internships and jobs later on. How can I start building networking relationships now while I'm still in high school, …
So I've taken the SAT multiple times, and I'm hoping to superscore my results. I've heard that some colleges allow this, but can I actually superscore my SAT directly through College Board? If not, ho …
Hello! I'm a junior in high school thinking ahead about college life. When does the sorority rush process usually start? Can someone share their experiences/tips for rushing and getting into a sororit …
Hi there! I'm exploring the possibility of studying mechanical engineering in college, but I'm curious about how different unis approach this program. Does the curriculum and teaching style differ amo …
Hey guys! I've been trying to find legit ways to make some extra cash as a high school student using my phone. Are there any reliable methods that you've had success with, or ideas that won't conflict …
I'm really passionate about animals, and I've decided that I want to pursue a pre-veterinary track in college. Can anyone suggest some top pre-vet schools in the US? Any advice for a high school junio …
Hi everyone, I have an upcoming meeting with my academic advisor at school. What should I expect and how can I make the most out of this meeting? Any advice would be amazing.
Hey everyone, I'm planning to apply for medical school in the future, and I know I need to get a strong letter of recommendation from a non-science teacher. What type of non-science teacher should I a …
Hey everyone, I'm working on my college applications and I have limited space for listing my extracurriculars. Is there a commonly accepted short form or abbreviation for 'extracurricular activities' …
Hi all, I've come across the term 'academic fellowship' and I'm not completely sure what it means. Could someone explain what an academic fellowship is and the benefits it might bring? Any help would …
Hi everyone, I'm working on my med school applications and need to write an adversity essay. I've faced some challenges but I'm not sure how to approach writing about them without coming across as a s …