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I'm planning to apply to New York University, and I want to know what kind of criteria they typically look for in applicants. Beyond GPA and test scores, what else do they value? Are there any specifi …
I'm seriously considering applying to Ohio State as a pre-med student and was wondering if anyone could give me some insight into their experiences with the program? How's the advising, research oppor …
Hey everyone! I'm applying to UCSD soon and I'm curious, which major do you think is the easiest to get into? I want to maximize my chances of acceptance.
Hello everyone! I'm thinking about applying to UCSB for their pre-med program. If anyone has experience with it, can you please share your thoughts on the coursework, advising, and research opportunit …
Hey there! I want to make the most out of the Additional Information section on my college apps, but I'm not sure what I should include. What kind of info is best to put in this section and how can I …
So, both of my parents attended the same university, which I'm also interested in applying to. I've heard that legacy status can help with admissions, but how much of an impact does it really have? Ca …
Hey fellow students! I want to be more intentional with my time and studies this year. What are some good personal goals to set for high school? Would love to hear your thoughts!
I just got waitlisted for a college I really wanna go to, and I'm pretty anxious about it. How likely is it for someone to get off the waitlist, and what can I do to improve my chances?
Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior currently exploring medical schools, and since I live in New Jersey, I'd like to know about the best medical schools in the state. Can anybody give me suggestion …
Has anyone here used a private college counselor during the application process? I'm considering getting some extra help, but I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Thanks!
Hey there! I've been hearing that college essays are an important part of the application process, but I'm not really sure why. Can someone explain how significant the essays are and what kind of impa …
Hey everyone, I recently saw the term 'deferred admission' being mentioned in a post, but I'm not sure what it means exactly. Can someone please explain the concept and the implications it may have on …
Hey there, even though I'm still in high school, I'm already thinking about grad school interviews (planning ahead, haha). I've heard about sending a thank you email after a grad school interview, but …
Hi guys! I've been looking into schools with good pre-med programs and Tufts has been on my list. Can anyone share their experience or thoughts on being a pre-med student at Tufts? How's the support, …
Hi everyone! I applied to Oberlin College and I'm pretty anxious about the results. Can anyone tell me when they usually release their decisions? Thanks!
Hey guys, I'm starting to consider my college options and I'm wondering about dorm life. Can someone give me a brief rundown of what it's like to live in a dorm? Is it difficult to adjust to the new e …
Hello, I'm considering UVA for pre-med and would love some feedback on the school's reputation in this field. Do they have a strong pre-med program and good resources/support for pre-med students?
Hey! I'm a high school junior, and I'm considering UVA as one of my top choices for pre-med. Can anyone give me some info about the pre-med program at UVA, such as the quality of the program, research …
Hello! I'm preparing for the ACT and I was wondering if there are any recommended calculator programs that might be helpful for the math section? Which ones should I consider downloading and using dur …
Hey everyone, I've heard about 'frat rush' but I'm not quite sure what it means or how it works. Can someone explain the process to me? Thanks!