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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!
Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I want to expand my reading list. What are some must-read books for high school students? I'm open to all genres, just looking for suggestions that can help me grow as a …
Hi, I'm aiming for a career in the medical field. I was curious, does it really matter where I choose to go for med school when it comes to my career prospects and opportunities? Looking for some insi …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and starting to think about college admissions. I've come across several colleges offering honors programs, but I'm not sure what the advantages are. Could someone fill me in on …
I've been thinking about saving time and money by skipping a bachelor's degree and heading straight to med school after high school. Is it possible? If so, can anyone guide me on how to accomplish thi …
I've been doing some research about possibly becoming a dentist in the future, and I was wondering if anyone here knows what qualifications are needed to get into dental school and eventually practice …
I'm a high school junior with aspirations of attending medical school. Can anyone provide a general outline of the steps to take in order to get into a good medical school? What can I do now in high s …
Hey guys! I'm really set on pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. So, I've been looking for colleges with solid pre-vet programs. Any suggestions on what schools to look into and what factors I sh …
Hi, I just got my PSAT score and it's a 950. I'm not really sure if this is considered good or bad for a junior. Can anyone help give me some perspective and maybe some suggestions for improvements? T …
I've my first high school advisement meeting coming up, but I'm not sure what to expect. Can someone give me a rundown on what these meetings typically cover and how I should prepare?
Hey everyone! I'm considering Emory for pre-med, but I'm curious about its ranking compared to other schools. Can anyone provide some insight on how well-regarded Emory's pre-med program is?
Hey everyone! I've been researching colleges lately and I'm interested in learning more about all the University of California (UC) schools. Can someone give me a rundown of the different UCs, their v …
Hello everyone! I'm considering UChicago for pre-med and I'd love to hear about your experiences with the program. How's the workload, faculty support, and research opportunities? Any insights would b …
Hi everybody! I'm a high school junior looking into combined BS/MD programs. I recently found out about the University of Connecticut's BS/MD program. Can anyone provide some insight on this program? …
Hello! I'm a bit confused about the difference between unweighted and weighted GPA. My school's grading system includes both, and I want to know which one I should focus on when applying to colleges a …
Hi everyone! I've taken the SAT multiple times and I'm wondering if College Board automatically superscores my results before sending them to colleges. Or do I have to request specifically for them to …
Hello! I know I asked about the Tufts pre-med program earlier, but I'm looking for more personal experiences from those of you who've been through it. How was the workload? What opportunities did you …
Hi everyone! So, I've recently developed an interest in journalism and would like to explore this field more. Can anyone recommend some journalism programs or internships that are available for high s …
Quick question guys, how essential is the first semester of my freshman year in determining my college admissions outcome? Am I totally doomed if it doesn't go as planned? TIA!
Hi guys! I'm working on the activities section for my Common App, and I'm unsure how to write a description that shows what I've gained from each activity without oversharing. Any tips on good descrip …