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I'm looking into applying to the University of Pittsburgh. Can anyone help me understand the general requirements for admission? I want to make sure I'm on track.
Hey there! I was just curious about the most expensive private colleges in the US. I'm not necessarily planning to apply to these schools, but knowing about them might help me with my financial aid re …
My mom went to NYU, and I'm applying there soon. I've heard that being a legacy can give applicants an advantage. Is there any truth to this? How much does NYU consider legacy status in their admissio …
Hey all! I want to start reading some literature from the Advanced Placement book list to prepare myself for AP English next year. Which books would you highly recommend for both enjoyment and educati …
Hi everyone! I'm looking into applying to UCLA, but I'm a bit stressed about how competitive it is. Can someone tell me the overall acceptance rate for UCLA? This would help me understand my chances b …
Hello! I'm working on my UC application and I'm not sure how to best fill out the activities list section. Could you guys share any tips or suggestions on how to make my extracurriculars stand out? Th …
Does the University of Michigan have a test-optional policy for admissions? Can I apply without submitting my SAT or ACT scores?
I want to take some AP courses online because they're not offered at my school. How can I enroll in these online courses? Any recommendations or personal experiences would be helpful!
Does anyone know when Northeastern releases their transfer decisions? I've applied recently and am really eager to find out if I got in!
Hey, I'm a high school junior interested in pursuing medicine, and I've heard about combined BS/MD programs. Does anyone know about the acceptance rates for these programs at various universities? Tha …
I have an assignment to write an argumentative essay, and I'm struggling with crafting the introduction. Can anyone share some examples of effective argument essay introductions or any tips on how to …
When it comes to the ACT, I know each section has its own score. But how exactly is the composite/total score calculated? Do all sections have equal weight or are some more important than others?
Hey everyone! So I'm considering applying to Vanderbilt University, but I'm not exactly sure what their admission requirements are. Can anyone help me understand the GPA, test scores, and other factor …
Hey guys, I'm not sure how to see my disciplinary record from high school. Is there a way to access it online? Does anyone have experience with this?
Yo, I'm planning on applying for the University of Pittsburgh's BS/MD program and I'm trying to gauge how competitive it is. Does anyone know the acceptance rate for this program? Thanks in advance!
Hey everyone! So, Princeton has always been my dream school, and I'm getting ready to start the application process. Does anyone have any tips or advice on what I should focus on or what it takes to g …
A little anxious here. What percentage of deferred students typically get accepted during regular decision rounds? Has anyone experienced this before?
Hey there, does anyone here know how many people usually apply to the University of Southern California (USC) each year? I'd appreciate the info!
Hey everyone! Does Colgate University have an early action option, or do they only offer early decision? Thanks for your help!
Hello everyone! I am really interested in Emory University and was wondering how important demonstrated interest is for their admissions process. Does visiting campus, attending events, or reaching ou …