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Class rank - how important is it, really?

I'm worried that my class rank might not be good enough for some top schools. How important is class rank when it comes to the college admissions process? Do different schools weigh it differently?

2 years ago

Common App SRAR

Hey! I recently discovered that some colleges use the Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) system through the Common App. Can someone please explain what this is and how it may impact the application …

2 years ago

Strengths of William and Mary University?

Hello! I'm considering applying to William and Mary University, but I'd like to know more about what the school is known for. Can anyone let me know about specific strengths or programs that might mak …

2 years ago

Thoughts on College Application Prompts

Hey everyone! I'm starting to brainstorm ideas for my college essays, and I wanna know your thoughts on navigating the various prompts colleges give. How do I choose the best prompt for me, and do you …

2 years ago

Top programs at University of Chicago?

Hey there, y'all! I've been looking into applying to the University of Chicago, but I'm still unsure about what they're really known for outside of their core curriculum. Can anyone here tell me about …

2 years ago

Rocky Mountain Engineering: Best colleges in Colorado?

Hey guys! I'm passionate about engineering and I'm looking for great engineering colleges in Colorado. Can anyone share some top engineering schools in the state and any experiences or opinions on the …

2 years ago

Top ChemE Schools?

Hi everyone! I'm currently a junior and super interested in chemical engineering. What are some top colleges for chemical engineering? Any tips on what I should focus on during my application process …

2 years ago

Quinnipiac University's most known programs?

Hello! I'm looking into Quinnipiac University, and I'm wondering what they're best known for academically. What are their strongest or most popular programs and majors? Thanks for any info you can pro …

2 years ago

UCSC colleges ranked?

Hi there! I'm applying to UC Santa Cruz and I know they have different colleges within the university. Can someone rank the UCSC colleges based on factors like housing, dining, and overall atmosphere? …

2 years ago

Marine biology colleges in Hawaii?

I'm a junior interested in marine biology and I LOVE the idea of going to college in Hawaii. Can anyone recommend universities there that have a strong focus on marine biology or oceanography? Thanks!

2 years ago

Amazing colleges in the South?

Hello! I'm looking into colleges in the South...can you guys recommend some top schools in the region? What are their strengths and unique aspects?

2 years ago

Difficulty of Transferring Colleges

Hi everyone! I'm considering transferring colleges after my freshman year, and I'm curious about the difficulty of the process. Could someone who has been through it share their experience with the tr …

2 years ago

Which college search engine do you recommend?

Hey everyone! I'm a junior starting my college search and I was wondering if you guys have any recommendations for college search engines that have been helpful? There are so many out there and I coul …

2 years ago

What are 'old money' colleges?

Hey, I'm a junior in high school, and I've heard some people talking about 'old money' colleges. To be honest, I'm not quite sure what they mean. Can someone please explain what an old money college i …

2 years ago

Powerlifting at Colleges?

Hey there! I'm a junior, and I'm really into powerlifting. Are there any colleges that have powerlifting teams or clubs where I could continue this passion in college? Would appreciate any suggestions …

2 years ago

Any standout features of Upper Iowa University?

Hey! I came across Upper Iowa University and I'm curious about what makes it special. Do they have any standout programs? What's the overall campus vibe like? Any info would be appreciated!

2 years ago

Attending two colleges simultaneously?

Hey, hey! I'm just wondering if it's possible to attend 2 colleges at the same time? Like taking classes at one and doing a club or something at another? Is there any policy against this?

2 years ago

What denomination is Bradley University affiliated with?

Hey everyone! I stumbled upon Bradley University while researching colleges and I'm curious about their religious affiliation. Does anyone know what denomination they're associated with, if any? Thank …

2 years ago

Attending Another College During Academic Suspension?

Hey y'all! I'm in a bit of a pickle. If I'm on academic suspension from one school, is it allowed to attend another college during that time? Would the credits transfer back? Just trying to figure out …

2 years ago

Is it normal to get letters from colleges as a sophomore?

Hi, I'm a sophomore and I've started getting letters from colleges already. Is this normal? What does it mean, and should I be doing anything in response to these letters? Any advice is appreciated!

2 years ago
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