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I'm applying to American University, and I'm curious when the regular decision results are usually released? Is there a specific date I should mark on my calendar? Thanks in advance!
I've been hearing about weighted GPAs and I'm kind of confused. Can someone explain the difference between a weighted and an unweighted GPA? How do colleges usually consider them during the admissions …
Hey everyone! I was just wondering if anyone knew when the UGA Early Action release date is? I've been searching around, but I can't find a concrete date on their website. Any help would be great, tha …
Hi, I'm currently working on my college list and I'm interested in Vanderbilt University. Do they have an Early Action application option, or is it just Early Decision? Thanks!
Hey guys, I'm trying to set some school-related goals for myself, both academic and extracurricular. What are some goals you have, or goals that you think would be beneficial for a high school junior? …
Hi all, I'm planning out which colleges to apply to and I'd like to know which universities can I apply to using the Common App. Does anyone have a list or a resource that shows all the universities t …
Any current or former UNC students here? I'm considering UNC for pre-med and was wondering how the program is in terms of support and opportunities. Share your experiences, please!
Has anyone got any tips for building a strong relationship with teachers? I realized it's important for recommendation letters down the line, but I'm honestly not that great at socializing with teache …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and am really interested in applying to NYU next year. Can anyone fill me in on the NYU admissions process? Like how competitive is it, and what do they look for in applicant …
What's up everyone? I'm a high school junior right now, and I'm starting to think about the college application process for the Class of 2025. Are there any changes coming up or anything new I should …
Hi! I'm currently a sophomore considering pre-med at Cornell University. Can anyone share their experience with the pre-med program at Cornell? What were the courses, research opportunities, and extra …
Hey everyone! Does anyone know when Notre Dame typically releases their decisions? I'm really nervous and excited. Thanks in advance!
Hi, I've been receiving a bunch of letters from colleges lately. Are they sending these promotional materials to every student? Or do they actually have an interest in me applying to their school?
Hey guys! I just got my ACT scores back, and I got a 33. Is this considered a good score for top colleges? Are there any schools where my score might be on the lower end?
Hey all! I recently got accepted and I'm seriously considering pursuing pre-med at Stanford. Can anyone share their experiences with the pre-med track there? How's the coursework, research opportuniti …
Hey everyone! My freshman year of high school is starting soon, and I'm low-key freaking out. What should I expect on the first day, and how can I make the best impression on my teachers and classmate …
Hi everyone, I know some schools are considered Ivy League, but I'm not sure if Yale is one of them. Can anyone here clarify this for me? Thanks!
Hey guys! I'm in the beginning stages of applying to college, and I wanted to know how I can find out if a college is part of the Common Application system. Is there a list of schools that use the Com …
Hey guys, I'm starting to make my college list and I'd love to know which schools have amazing campus life experiences. Can you all recommend some colleges with vibrant social scenes, fun events, and …
Hey guys, I'm applying Early Action to Northeastern and I was wondering if anyone knew when they usually release their decisions? I'm pretty nervous and just want to have a rough idea of when I might …