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Hey, I'm planning to apply to some CSU campuses for fall 2025. I really want to submit my application for early action. Does anyone know the deadlines for early action at CSUs?

I'm really passionate about music and I'm considering applying to both the Curtis Institute of Music and Juilliard. Could anyone provide some insight into the pros and cons of each school, their reput …

I've recently stumbled upon the Common Data Set for Emerson College. Can someone please explain how to interpret the information provided? Which sections should I pay attention to for insight into the …

How should I use law school rankings in my decision-making process when applying? Are they a good way to determine which schools I should apply to, or should I focus on other factors like location, ca …

I'm considering transferring to Northeastern University and wanted to know how competitive the process is. What's the transfer acceptance rate, and are there any tips to increase my chances of being a …

I'm considering taking some online college courses alongside my regular high school classes to boost my college application. What are the most affordable online colleges per credit hour? Thanks!

Hi there! I'm currently a freshman at another college but am really considering transferring to Northwestern. Can anyone shed some light on their transfer acceptance rate and what the process is like? …

Hi everyone, I'm interested in joining ROTC in college and I'm wondering how to find out which schools offer it. Is there a list or a website I can visit to find out which colleges have ROTC programs? …

Hey everyone, can someone explain how the AP Test Awards like AP Scholar, AP Scholar with Distinction, etc., work? What are the specific requirements to get each award, and do they help a lot in colle …

Hi everyone! I'm looking to transfer to a university in Maryland next year, and I was wondering what the average GPA is for transfer students at schools like UMD or Towson? I want to make sure I have …

I was wondering how much do Division 1 football and basketball coaches usually earn? It must be pretty lucrative considering the importance of college sports in the US. Do the salaries differ between …

I'm really interested in pursuing a career in medicine, and I've recently heard about the Early Medical School Acceptance Program (EMSAP). Could anyone provide more information on how it works, what t …

I'm a junior who loves writing poetry, and I was wondering if you guys know of any poetry contest scholarships out there? Would love to get some financial assistance for college by doing what I love! …

Hey, thanks for taking the time to read my post! I'm a junior who's starting to research colleges, and I'm really interested in schools with strong career services that'll help me land a job after gra …

I want to learn more about NCAA basketball head coaches and how they got to where they are today. Are there any resources I can use to research the career paths of successful NCAA men's basketball coa …

Hey guys, I was just wondering what percentage of students graduate from college in four years. I've heard that many students take longer, and I want to have a better understanding of this when lookin …

Hey, I just got waitlisted at the University of San Diego. I was wondering if anyone has any information on the chances of being accepted off the waitlist, and if there's anything I can do to increase …

Hi! I've been considering applying to military academies as an alternative to traditional colleges. Are there any famous military academies that stand out among the rest that you'd recommend looking i …

Hi guys, I'm a bit stressed out about my AP exam results 😔 Does anyone know when College Board usually releases the scores? I need to start planning my senior year class schedule based on my results. …

Hi all! I'm a bit stressed about my course selection. How crucial is it to take a lot of AP, IB, or other advanced classes in high school? I'm not sure how many I can handle while still maintaining go …