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Are there any colleges without an essay requirement?

I know this might sound a bit lazy, but I'm super busy with all my commitments and am looking into colleges without an essay requirement. Are there any decent schools out there that don't require essa …

2 years ago

Alternatives to college?

I've been thinking maybe college isn't the best fit for me. I wanna explore my options, like trade school or a gap year. Are there any other alternatives I should look into? What are some resources to …

2 years ago

Best teaching colleges?

I'm really interested in pursuing a career in teaching. Can anyone recommend some top teaching colleges? I want to find a school with a strong reputation for preparing future educators.

2 years ago

Is Running Start seen as a positive by colleges?

Hey guys! I'm in the Running Start program, where we get a head-start on college courses. I want to know if colleges view this as a plus when evaluating applicants. Has anyone else been through the pr …

2 years ago

Is Penn State a good choice?

My friends have been talking about Penn State as a great school. I want to know what makes it stand out and if it's a good fit for me. Is it a good college academically and socially?

2 years ago

Which colleges have top applied math programs?

Hey guys! I'm really into applied math and I want to major in it. Wondering if any of you could give me some advice on which colleges have the best applied math programs. Thanks for your help!

2 years ago

Michigan community colleges?

Hey guys, I'm currently looking into community colleges in Michigan. Can someone suggest some solid choices with good transfer rates and affordable tuition? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Top prestigious art colleges?

As someone passionate about pursuing art in college, I am looking for prestigious art colleges to consider. Can y'all help me find some schools that are well-known for their art programs, including fa …

2 years ago

Where are my SAT scores on College Board?

Hey guys, I'm a bit stressed out because I can't find my SAT scores on the College Board website. Does anyone know where I can find them or who I can contact for help? Any advice would be greatly appr …

2 years ago

Looking for colleges with a strong black student community

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I'm beginning my college search. I would like to attend a college with a strong black student community, whether it be through clubs, organizations, or just the school's …

2 years ago

Which colleges are known for being preppy?

Hey guys, I've heard the term 'preppy college' being thrown around quite a bit lately. Which colleges out there are known for having this kind of vibe or atmosphere? How does the preppiness affect cam …

2 years ago

Does visiting a college improve your chances of getting in?

I've read that demonstrating interest can help applicants, and I'm wondering if visiting a college would count. Do you think visiting a school can boost your chances of being accepted? Any advice woul …

2 years ago

Colleges not on Common App?

Hey there! I was wondering if any of you know some good colleges that don't participate in the Common App system? I want to make sure I'm considering all my options!

2 years ago

Graduating college early: Pros and cons?

I've been thinking about the possibility of graduating college early to save some money and start my career sooner. What are the pros and cons of taking this path? Has anyone here chosen to graduate e …

2 years ago

How do I know if college is the right path for me?

I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to worry about college. I hear stories about how it isn't for everyone, and I'm not sure if it's the right path for me. How can I figure out if I should go t …

2 years ago

Does Harvard accept community college credits?

Hey y'all! I've been taking classes at my local community college, and I'm thinking about applying to Harvard. Does anyone know if they'd accept those credits I've earned? Thanks for your help!

2 years ago

What happens once a college downloads my application?

I just saw that one of the colleges I applied to has downloaded my application. What's the next step in the process? Will they begin reviewing it right away, or does it take some time before my applic …

2 years ago

Best Colleges for Computer Engineering?

I'm really interested in Computer Engineering! So, I'm trying to find the top colleges for this major. Any recommendations or additional info on their programs would be great!

2 years ago

Visiting college campuses

I think it's time to start visiting college campuses to get an idea of which ones I want to apply to. What's the best way to plan and arrange college tours? Any tips for making the most of these visit …

2 years ago

What does 'sophomore' mean in terms of college years?

Hey guys, I keep hearing the term 'sophomore' used for college students but I'm a bit confused. Can anyone clarify what that means? Is it related to the year they're in at college or something else?

2 years ago
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