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Choate vs Deerfield: Which boarding school is a better fit?

Hey guys, I'm trying to decide between Choate and Deerfield for boarding school. Any insight on their differences in terms of academics, extracurricular opportunities, and overall culture would be sup …

2 years ago

High School of Performing Arts

Hi there! I'm passionate about performing arts and I'd really love to attend a high school that specializes in that area. Could anyone suggest some reputable high schools with strong performing arts p …

2 years ago

Can you transfer to Stanford?

Hi all, I'm currently in my first year at another university, but ever since high school, I've been dreaming of attending Stanford. Is it possible to transfer there after my first year? If so, what ar …

2 years ago

Southside vs Northside: Which is generally preferred?

My family is moving to a new town and we need some advice! When looking for a high school, we'd like to know if people generally prefer schools on the southside or northside of a town? Does the locati …

2 years ago

What was the MSU acceptance rate for last year?

I'm planning to apply to Michigan State University next year, but I want to get an idea of how competitive it is. Can somebody tell me the MSU acceptance rate from last year? I know it might not be th …

2 years ago

Calc 2 compared to Calc BC, are they the same?

Hey there, so I'm kind of struggling to understand the differences (if there are any) between Calc 2 and Calculus BC. Can anyone help clarify this for me? It's been bothering me and I feel like I shou …

2 years ago

Miami private schools - any recommendations?

Hey, my family might be moving to Miami soon, and my parents are thinking about sending me to a private school there. Anyone familiar with private high schools in Miami? Any recommendations or experie …

2 years ago

Which AI Detector Teachers Use for Plagiarism Check?

Hey guys, I'm working on some essays for my college applications, and I want to make sure that I'm not unintentionally plagiarizing. So I was wondering, what AI detector do teachers typically use to c …

2 years ago

SDSU Acceptance Rate for Transfers?

Hey guys! I'm planning on transferring to SDSU and was wondering about their acceptance rate for transfer students. Also, any tips on making my application stand out would be great! Thanks!

2 years ago

Which colleges have the best campuses?

Hey, I'm a junior trying to create a college list. What colleges are known to have beautiful campuses and a great environment? I'm considering campus aesthetics as one of my priorities while making my …

2 years ago

Seeking personal growth college essay examples

Hi, I'm planning on writing my college essay about my personal growth throughout high school. Can anyone recommend any essays that showcase personal growth well? I want to get a sense of how to frame …

2 years ago

How to ask a teacher for a great student recommendation letter?

I've been pondering about which teacher to ask for a student recommendation letter for college applications. What's the best way to approach a teacher to ask for a strong recommendation that highlight …

2 years ago

Recommended animation-focused art colleges?

Hi folks! I'm a junior interested in pursuing a career in animation and need some advice. What are some of the top art colleges that offer strong programs in animation? I'd love to hear personal exper …

2 years ago

Failing a Class in College - How to Recover?

Guys, I just found out I failed one of my college classes this semester. I'm really worried about my future and potential transfers. How do I recover from this setback? Any advice would be appreciated …

2 years ago

Need MIT essay examples?

Could anyone point me in the direction of some MIT essay examples? I'm just trying to get a better understanding of what they're looking for in terms of content and style. Thanks!

2 years ago

Interesting Oratorical Speech Topics?

Hey guys! I'm working on an oratorical speech for a school event and I'm struggling to come up with an interesting, original topic. Any suggestions for smart and engaging topics that would get people …

2 years ago

Repaying Federal Subsidized Loans?

Hey guys, I'm a bit confused about federal subsidized loans. Do we have to pay these back after graduating? If so, how does the repayment process work?

2 years ago

UCF acceptance rate for transfer students

Hey y'all! I'm applying for a transfer to the University of Central Florida and was wondering about their acceptance rate specifically for transfer students. Does anyone have any info on this or any a …

2 years ago

Help with the UMICH supplement?

Hey, I'm kind of stressing over the UMICH supplement essay. What should I concentrate on to make my application stronger? Any suggestions are appreciated!

2 years ago

Gracie University or Gracie Barra for a martial arts enthusiast?

Hey everyone! So, I'm really into martial arts and would like to continue pursuing it throughout college. I was wondering if any of you have experiences with Gracie University or Gracie Barra? I'd lov …

2 years ago
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