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Hey guys! I'm considering colleges in Philadelphia, but I want to make sure I'm considering affordable options too. Has anyone come across some good, affordable colleges in Philly? Ideally, they would …
I am considering pursuing architecture in college and I want to know which are the top colleges in the US for this field. Please share your thoughts and suggestions! Thank you!
Hey everyone! I'm considering applying to colleges in New York but want to find some affordable options. Can you recommend any good schools that won't break the bank? Thanks in advance!
I'm a junior planning to pursue a career in film and need some advice on how to choose between different filming colleges. What factors should I consider when narrowing down my options? Are there any …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to work on my college essays, and I want to make sure I avoid any common pitfalls. In your opinion, what are some characteristics of a bad college essay? Are there any clich …
Hey, I'm a first-generation immigrant student and have been feeling kind of overwhelmed with the college application process. Do any of you have tips or success stories you'd be willing to share to he …
Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior and I'm planning on majoring in engineering when I go to college. What are some of the best public engineering colleges in the US? I'm looking for schools with st …
Hi everyone! I'm from out of state and interested in attending college in Florida, but I'm on a tight budget. Do you know any affordable colleges there that I should consider applying to? Thanks!
I'd like to make the most of my college experience and get involved in some fun activities or clubs. What are some popular or unique groups or events that you've come across during your time in colleg …
I'm curious if colleges look at your weighted GPA (with extra points for honors and AP classes) or your unweighted GPA when reviewing your application. Any insight would be appreciated!
I'm planning on taking a gap year, and I was wondering if the college classes I've already taken will still be considered valid when I apply to colleges after my gap year. Is there an expiration date …
Hi! I'm hoping to become a high school teacher in the future, so I'm looking for schools that have strong secondary education programs. Can anyone recommend some top colleges for education majors?
Hey everyone! I'm thinking of applying to some art schools and I know a strong portfolio is crucial for admission. What kind of work should I include in my art portfolio and how many pieces do you thi …
Hey everyone, I'm a really passionate reader and writer, and I want to major in English in college. Can anyone recommend colleges with strong English programs? Also, any advice on what to look for in …
Hey guys, I need to write a 5-paragraph argumentative essay for my English class. What's the typical structure for this format and what should I include in each paragraph?
How's it going everyone! I have to write an argumentative paper for my English class, but I'm struggling to come up with a topic that's interesting and not overdone. Could you recommend any unique and …
I've been wondering if colleges can somehow access or view our private social media accounts during the admissions process. Are they able to see anything besides our public accounts? Should I be more …
Ivy League schools aren't the only great ones out there, so what are some of the best non-Ivy colleges? Looking for schools with strong academics and a collaborative community. Thanks in advance!
Hey all! I'm still in high school, but I'm trying to get an understanding of how college works. To what extent do midterm grades matter in college? Are they seen by potential employers, used for schol …
Hello! I'm starting to think about where I want to go to college, and one thing I really value is having a nice dorm situation. Do any of you know of colleges that offer suite-style dorms for freshmen …