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What happens if I'm caught cheating in college?

Hey everyone, I'm really concerned about the consequences of cheating in college. Can anyone shed some light on what happens if you're caught? Are there different levels of punishment based on the sev …

2 years ago

DO Schools in Florida

Hey everyone! I'm planning on applying to a few DO schools and I'd love to stay in Florida because of family. Can y'all recommend some reputable DO schools in Florida? Any input on their programs, pro …

2 years ago

UT pre-med prerequisites?

Hello! I'm planning to major in pre-med at UT and was wondering if there are any prerequisites or specific courses I should take in high school to better prepare myself. Any advice on what I should fo …

2 years ago

Need help with Common App activity list

Hey everyone, I'm working on my Common App and I'm having trouble with the activity list section. Are there any templates or examples out there that could help me format and write it effectively? I'm …

2 years ago

How do UC schools typically rank?

I know UC schools are well-regarded, but can anyone give me an idea of how they typically rank among each other? I'm especially curious about how competitive they are in terms of admission rates. Than …

2 years ago

Need inspiration for speech topic ideas

Hey everyone! So, I have an assignment to come up with a speech topic, but I'm drawing a blank. What are some interesting, engaging, and maybe even fun subjects to do a speech on that would resonate w …

2 years ago

Harvard Pre-Med?

Hello, can anyone share their experience or knowledge about the pre-med program at Harvard? I'm really interested in the quality of the program and how well it prepares students for the med school app …

2 years ago

Thoughts on switching high schools?

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior and considering switching schools. Can anyone share their experiences on switching high schools, especially during junior year? Pros and cons? Thanks in advance f …

2 years ago

Do colleges send acceptance letters all at once?

Hey guys, just wondering here. Do colleges send out acceptance letters all at once, or do they release decisions over a period of time? I've heard about rolling admissions, but what about for those wi …

2 years ago

USC Secondaries Advice?

Hi all! I'm currently working on my secondaries for USC, and I'm looking for a bit of guidance and insight. Can anyone share some tips or advice on what to include in my secondaries or what has worked …

2 years ago

UCI Pre-Med Program

Hey everyone! I'm considering UCI for their pre-med program and I was wondering if anyone has some insights on the quality of the program, research opportunities, and how it sets one up for med school …

2 years ago

Common App Essay Advice?

I'm starting to think about my college essays and I'm kinda lost. What are some tips for writing a compelling Common Application essay? How did you guys approach this important part of the application …

2 years ago

Stanford Common App Tips?

Hi! I'm starting my Stanford Common App and feeling a bit stressed. Can anyone share some successful examples or strategies they've used to showcase their interests and strengths in a unique way? Than …

2 years ago

Earning an Associate's Degree During High School?

Hey y'all! So, I recently heard about students earning an associate's degree during high school and was wondering if someone could explain the process? How does it work, and is it a good idea to pursu …

2 years ago

Essay examples for college admissions?

Hi everyone, I'm starting to brainstorm ideas for my college essays and I'm feeling a little stuck. I would love to see some examples of essays that worked for other students, just to get a sense of w …

2 years ago

Can you share some college essay ideas or examples?

Hey guys, I'm a junior starting to work on my college application essays. I'm really struggling with finding good topics to write about. Can anyone share some unique college essay ideas or examples th …

2 years ago

UPenn secondary essays advice?

Hey everyone! I'm really interested in applying to UPenn, and I know that they have some secondary essays as part of the application process. Can anyone give me some tips on how to approach these essa …

2 years ago

Non-specialized high schools in NYC?

My family and I are moving to New York City soon, and I'm trying to find a good non-specialized high school to attend. Can anyone recommend some great public high schools in the city that don't requir …

2 years ago

Amazing speech topic suggestions?

Hey fellow students! I have to give a speech in my English class, and I'm looking for some really interesting and unique topics. I want it to be memorable and maybe even related to the college process …

2 years ago

When do colleges open applications?

Hey everyone! I'm just trying to plan my application timeline for senior year and was wondering, when do colleges typically start opening applications for undergraduates? Does it differ from school to …

2 years ago
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