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Summer AP courses online

Hey everyone, I've been thinking about taking some AP courses online over the summer to get ahead. Can anyone recommend reputable platforms or websites where I can enroll in such courses?

2 years ago

What are the hardest college degrees?

I'm trying to learn more about different college majors and their difficulty levels. Can anyone provide a ranking of the hardest college degrees? I'm open to hearing personal experiences as well!

2 years ago

Holy Cross ED 2 acceptance rate?

Hey everyone! I'm applying to College of the Holy Cross Early Decision 2 and was wondering if anyone has any information about the acceptance rate for ED 2 applicants. Can't seem to find much info onl …

2 years ago

Caltech Computer Science Acceptance Rate

Hey everyone! I'm looking into Caltech for computer science, and I was wondering what the acceptance rate is for that specific program? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

UC Application Extracurricular Activities Examples

Hello! So I'm filling out my UC application and I need some advice on the extracurricular section. What kind of extracurricular activities did you guys put down? Just to give me an idea of what types …

2 years ago

Looking for NYU Admission Stats

Hi there! I'm super interested in applying to NYU, but I'd like to get a better idea of what their admission stats look like. Can anyone provide me with some information like average GPA, test scores, …

2 years ago

What are Georgetown's entrance requirements?

Hi everyone. I'm looking into Georgetown and I am a bit lost about their entrance requirements for incoming freshmen. Can someone help me understand what I need to do in order to meet their expectatio …

2 years ago

Thoughts on Diversity in College?

When I think of diversity, I picture various backgrounds and experiences come together in one place. How do you all perceive diversity when it comes to college? I'm curious to hear your opinions on th …

2 years ago

Need help finding colleges with design majors

Hi everyone! I'm super into design and I'm looking for colleges that offer design majors (graphic design, industrial design, etc.). Can you recommend some good schools for me to check out? TIA!

2 years ago

Experience with Mathily Summer Program?

Has anyone participated in the MathILy summer program? I'm considering applying but wanted to hear about people's experiences before I decide. How intense is the program? Will it be beneficial for my …

2 years ago

Writing the UC activities list - help?

I'm working on the UC application and not sure how to format my activities list. Any suggestions on what I should focus on or examples of well-done lists?

2 years ago

Hardest Bachelor Degree to Obtain?

Hey! I've been hearing different opinions on which bachelor's degree is the hardest to get. I'm curious what you guys think and why. Thanks for any insight!

2 years ago

Johns Hopkins: What do they look for?

Johns Hopkins is one of my dream schools, and I'm trying to understand what sets their successful applicants apart. What kind of qualities and experiences do they typically look for in their applicant …

2 years ago

UC to UC transfer acceptance rates?

I'm currently attending one of the UC schools and am thinking about transferring to another within the system. Does anyone know the acceptance rates for UC-to-UC transfers? Is the process in any way e …

2 years ago

Need help with UC personal questions!

I'm working on my UC application and I'm struggling with the personal questions section. Can anyone share some tips or advice on how to approach these questions effectively? TIA!

2 years ago

Which major is the hardest: math or engineering?

Hey everyone, I was just wondering: between math and engineering, which major should I consider as the hardest one? Can you guys share your experiences and thoughts on both majors?

2 years ago

Cognitive Science at UCSD Ranking?

Hi everyone, I'm interested in majoring in Cognitive Science and considering applying to UCSD. I've heard their program is great, but does anyone know how it ranks nationally? Any insight would be sup …

2 years ago

Example UC Activities List?

I'm applying to UC schools and want to make sure my activities list is on point. Can anyone share their successful UC activities list or link me to some examples? It would really help me get an idea o …

2 years ago

How much of an advantage does legacy status provide in college admissions?

Both of my parents attended the same college that I'm interested in applying to. I was wondering how being a legacy applicant might affect my chances of being admitted to this school. Any thoughts or …

2 years ago

Emailing an admissions officer – any tips?

I need to write an email to an admissions officer at one of my top-choice colleges. Any advice on what to include or how to make it professional while still showcasing my interest in the school?

2 years ago
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