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Hey guys! So, I'm really passionate about writing and journalism, and I want to study both at college. Can anyone suggest some of the top colleges for writing and journalism? I'm looking for programs …

Hey everyone! I'm planning to apply to Columbia University, but I'm unsure whether to apply to Columbia College or Columbia Engineering. Can anyone provide insights into the comparative acceptance rat …

I'm looking into attending college in New York City and I want to know which colleges are considered the best in the area. Can you guys list some of the top colleges in NYC, both in terms of academics …

Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I'd like to know more about fun elective courses I might take in college. What are some of the most interesting or unique electives you've heard of or taken? It' …

Hey there! I'm a junior exploring different colleges to study engineering. I'd prefer staying in the Midwest but I'm not sure about which colleges have the best engineering programs around here. Any s …

Hey y'all, I'm really set on attending this one specific college, but I'm worried about getting rejected. If that unfortunate situation were to happen, can I reapply to the same college for the next a …

What's up guys! I'm considering applying to the Carnegie Mellon Pre-College program, but I'm not sure how competitive it is. Does anyone know the acceptance rate or have any experience with the progra …

Hey guys, I recently came across the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) and was curious about its legitimacy as a college. Is AMDA a real college that offers a quality education in the arts?

Hi, I've heard about unhappy college environments, and I want to make sure I don't end up in one of those. Can someone share a list of the top 10 unhappiest colleges?

Hey everyone! I'm really interested in pursuing landscape architecture as a major, but I'm not sure which colleges offer the best programs. Anyone have any recommendations or experiences to share?

Hi guys! I understand that some colleges send acceptance letters through postal mail, but do they also email you about your acceptance? If so, is it before or after sending the physical letter? Thanks …

Hey guys, I'm starting the whole application process and I've heard about fee waivers to save money on applications. How do I get fee waiver codes for different colleges? Is there a specific website o …

Hey there, I've been a cheerleader for most of my high school career and I want to continue in college. Can anyone recommend colleges with good cheerleading teams or programs? I'm open to schools all …

Howdy! I'm super interested in pursuing a career in paleontology and I was wondering if any of you know the best colleges in the US for studying this field. I'm aware that it's a bit of a niche area, …

Hello everyone! I'm a high school junior and I want to pursue a degree in civil engineering. Can you guys help me with a list of top colleges known for their civil engineering programs? Thank you!

Hey guys, I've always been curious about whether it's actually possible to transfer to a prestigious university like Harvard from a community college. Has anyone here managed to do it or know someone …

Hi all, I'm an African American student wanting to learn about the top HBCUs in terms of academics and campus life. Can anyone suggest some of the best options or share their experiences at an HBCU? M …

I'm starting to think about colleges, but I'm not sure what I want to major in yet. Does anyone have any advice on how to find the best college major for me? Are there any resources or quizzes I shoul …

I'm a bit confused about how AP scores work for college applications. Are my AP scores automatically sent to colleges when I apply, or do I need to send them in separately? Thanks for the clarificatio …

I'm really interested in art and considering attending the Academy of Art University. I've heard they have a pre-college program for high school students. Can anyone share their experiences or thought …