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Thoughts on Georgetown's Pre-med Program?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior thinking about applying to Georgetown for their pre-med program. Has anyone had any experience with it or know any details about how solid the program is? And how is the supp …

2 years ago

Public Ivy Schools List

Hey everyone! I've heard about the concept of 'Public Ivy' schools, but I'm not exactly sure which universities fall into this category. Could someone please provide me with a list of these public ivi …

2 years ago

What's the ideal premed degree for preparing for med school?

Hi everyone! So, I'm set on pursuing pre-med in college, but I'm super undecided about which major would best prepare me for med school. Can anyone give me some advice on what the best premed degree m …

2 years ago

Advice for getting off the waitlist?

Hi everyone, I'm feeling a bit stressed about college decisions already. Just in case, I want to be prepared if I find myself on a waitlist. Does anyone have tips or advice on what to do to increase m …

2 years ago

Medical school acceptance rates by major

Hey everyone, I've been wondering about the different medical school acceptance rates by major. Is there a significant difference in acceptance rates between majors like biology, chemistry, or even no …

2 years ago

When do colleges usually open their applications?

As a junior, I'm trying to plan out my college application timeline. Does anyone know when most colleges open their applications? Are there any differences between rolling admissions schools and those …

2 years ago

Best Pre-med schools in California?

I'm starting to look at colleges and I'm planning on going into pre-med. What are some of the best pre-medical schools in California? Would love to hear about your experiences and recommendations!

2 years ago

University of Southern California student-faculty ratio?

Hey guys, I'm considering applying to USC and was wondering about their student-faculty ratio. How is it? Does it affect the classroom experience in any significant way? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

UC Berkeley Admissions Requirements?

Hey everyone! I'm working on my UC application and I want to apply to Berkeley. What are the requirements for admission at UC Berkeley, and any tips on improving my chances?

2 years ago

Utilizing the Additional Information section on the Common App?

I notice there's an 'Additional Information' section on the Common App, and I'm curious about how to best use this space. Are there any circumstances in which providing extra info might be beneficial …

2 years ago

What are the Ivy League 8?

I keep hearing about the 'Ivy League 8' but I'm not sure which schools are actually part of this elite group. Could someone please list them for me and maybe share a bit of information on what makes t …

2 years ago

How do Ivy league schools compare to one another?

Hey y'all! I've been looking into applying to some Ivy League universities, but I'm not sure how they rank or compare within the Ivy League itself. Any advice or resources on how to better understand …

2 years ago

What are people's opinions on UVM as a public Ivy?

I recently heard about the term 'public Ivy' and I saw that UVM was included in the list. I'm curious if anyone here has any thoughts on UVM and its reputation, especially compared to some top private …

2 years ago

Can someone provide a list of all UC campuses?

I'm trying to research all the different UC campuses to see which ones might be the best fit for me. Can someone please provide a list of all UC campuses? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

What are some great college essay starters?

Hi all! I've been brainstorming ideas for my college essay, but I'm having trouble finding an interesting and unique way to start it. Can you guys give me some examples of college essay starters that …

2 years ago

How long does it take to get ACT scores back?

Hi guys, I'm stressing a bit about the ACT. How long does it usually take for the scores to come back after taking the exam? I want to be prepared and manage my time wisely.

2 years ago

Difference between GPA and weighted GPA?

Hey y'all, I'm a bit confused about the difference between a regular GPA and a weighted GPA. Can someone please explain the difference and how each one is calculated? And which one do colleges usually …

2 years ago

Do colleges consider first quarter senior grades for Early Action?

Hey everyone, I'm wondering if colleges will look at my first quarter senior year grades when considering my Early Action application? I know deadlines vary, but could these grades make a difference i …

2 years ago

How to start a college essay?

Hey everyone! I'm working on my college essay, and I'm stuck with the introduction. Can anyone share some examples or suggestions on how to start a college essay? I'm really trying to make a good firs …

2 years ago

NYC Specialized High Schools: How to Prepare?

I'm in middle school and super interested in getting into one of the specialized high schools in New York. Any tips on preparing for the entrance exam and increasing my chances of getting into one of …

2 years ago
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