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Best ROTC programs in the U.S.?

I'm a high school junior considering joining ROTC in college. Does anyone know which colleges have top ROTC programs in the nation? I'd love to hear some recommendations!

2 years ago

UC Davis Major Acceptance Rate Differences?

Does anyone have any knowledge on whether or not UC Davis has different acceptance rates for different majors? I'm trying to figure out which program I should apply for.

2 years ago

Becoming a National Merit Scholar?

Hey everyone! I've heard about the National Merit Scholar program, and I'm genuinely interested in trying to become one. Can someone explain the eligibility requirements and the benefits that come wit …

2 years ago

Taking higher level classes in high school?

I'm currently a high school sophomore and considering taking some higher level classes (AP, IB, or college courses) to challenge myself academically and strengthen my college application. Which ones w …

2 years ago

Least Competitive Majors at USC

Hey guys! I'm considering applying to USC, and I'm curious about which majors are considered the least competitive there. It's not that I want an easy route, but I'd like to explore some options that …

2 years ago

Vanderbilt Test Optional?

Hey guys, I've been doing some research on Vanderbilt and was wondering if they're still test optional for this admissions cycle. Anyone have any idea? Are they going to keep this policy for future ye …

2 years ago

UC Admissions Essay Tips

Hey, can y'all give me some advice on writing the UC admissions essays? What are some general tips and things to avoid? I really want to stand out and make a good impression. Thanks for your help!

2 years ago

Failed a class in college...what now?

I just found out I failed a class in college, and I'm freaking out a little. What's the typical process for dealing with this? Will it ruin my GPA and affect my chances of getting a good job or going …

2 years ago

Kinesiology Degree Schools

I'm looking into pursuing a degree in kinesiology, but I'm struggling to find a solid list of schools that offer great programs for it. Can anyone help me out with suggestions of colleges that are kno …

2 years ago

How do colleges define a 'selective' acceptance rate?

This might sound like a silly question, but I've been hearing the term 'selective' thrown around a lot when talking about college acceptance rates. What exactly does it mean for a college to be consid …

2 years ago

Creative community service ideas?

I want to engage in some community service activities that stand out and are different from the usual options (like volunteering at a local food bank or homeless shelter). Any unique or interesting co …

2 years ago

Rice University acceptance strategies?

Rice is one of my top-choice schools, and I'm looking for ways to boost my chances of admission. Can anyone who's been through the process share any insights or experiences that could help me out? Tha …

2 years ago

Stanford Common Data Set Details

Hello! I'm really interested in applying to Stanford and I heard about their Common Data Set. Can someone explain what kind of information I can find in there, like admissions rates, test scores, and …

2 years ago

Info on US Senior Military Colleges?

Hey everyone, I'm interested in Senior Military Colleges in the US. Can anyone provide me with some details? Like, what's the general atmosphere, and how different is it from regular colleges?

2 years ago

Difficulties of Getting Into the Naval Academy?

Hi, I'm highly interested in attending the U.S. Naval Academy, but I've heard it's really tough to get accepted. Can anyone with experience in the application process share some insights on the diffic …

2 years ago

Minimum GPA for Boston University?

I got my eyes on applying to Boston University. My GPA isn't the highest, so I was wondering, what's the minimum GPA they usually accept? Is there any chance for someone with a lower GPA to get in?

2 years ago

Top undergraduate aerospace engineering programs?

I'm super into aerospace engineering and I'm trying to find colleges with top-notch undergraduate programs in this field. What are some universities you'd recommend for pursuing aerospace engineering …

2 years ago

Advice on community supplemental essay?

Hi everyone! I'm working on my college apps and I'm stuck on the community supplemental essay. Any advice on how to approach this topic? What kind of experiences should I share that demonstrate my com …

2 years ago

Rice University Regular Decision acceptance rate

Hi, everyone! I'm considering applying to Rice University via Regular Decision, but I'm curious about their acceptance rate for RD applicants. Does anyone have any information on this, or know any sig …

2 years ago

Receiving College Letters as a Sophomore?

Hey, guys! So I'm just a sophomore and I've already started getting letters from colleges. Is this normal? Should I be doing anything with these letters or just wait until junior year when I really st …

2 years ago
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