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Hey! I'm a junior trying to prepare for the college application process, and I'm a bit confused about transcripts and diplomas. What's the difference between them, and what roles do they play in colle …

I'm a junior interested in exploring computer programming. I'm a complete beginner when it comes to coding, so what's a good and easy programming language to start with? Any suggestions or resources t …

Hello! I've been thinking about law school a lot lately and was wondering if the prestige of your undergrad institution matters for law school admissions? Is it important to attend a prestigious under …

Hello everyone! I'm absolutely in love with animation and am looking to apply to colleges that are great for it. Can anyone suggest some of the top animation schools to consider? Thanks y'all!

I'm a little bit stressed about getting my SAT scores to colleges on time. Do you guys think it's worth paying for rush shipping of my scores, or should I just go with regular shipping? Can anyone sha …

I've been thinking about applying to the University of Oxford, but I'm a bit lost when it comes to choosing which college to apply to. Could anyone provide some guidance on how to pick the best colleg …

Hey everyone, I got into both the University of Arkansas and LSU, and I'm having a hard time deciding which one to choose. Can anyone give me some advice on the differences between the two, like acade …

Hey guys, I'm planning to take some AP classes this summer to get ahead. Any recommendations for solid online options? Have you had good experiences with taking online AP courses during the summer?

So I just found out Rutgers has a nursing program and I'm curious about their NCLEX pass rate. How important is it to consider a school's NCLEX pass rate when choosing a nursing program? Can a lower p …

I applied for a transfer to UPenn, and I'm getting super anxious about it. Does anyone know when they typically release their transfer decisions? What's the usual decision date? Thanks for your help!

Hey guys! I'm comparing USC and Brown and would like to know more about the social life, clubs, and extracurricular opportunities at each. What's it like to be a student at either school? Thanks for y …

Hey fellow students! I've been accepted to both Syracuse University and Columbia University. I'm having difficulty choosing between the two. Can anyone share their insights on academics, campus cultur …

Hey all, I've seen the term 'target school' being used a lot, but I'm not really sure what it means. Could someone please explain the concept to me? How does it relate to the college application proce …

Hey guys, I hear a lot about majors and minors, but I'm a little confused. What's the difference between the two? How do minors affect your college experience and future career opportunities compared …

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior looking into medical schools in California. Could you guys give me some recommendations for reputable medical schools in the state? Thanks in advance!

What are some MIT-approved summer activities that I could participate in to strengthen my application profile? Do they prefer academic programs or hands-on research? Any advice would be appreciated!

Hi guys! I'm struggling to choose between Cornell University and Georgetown University. Can anyone share their opinions on the academic strengths, campus experiences, and opportunities for internships …

Hey everyone, I'm considering transferring to Hunter College and was wondering what their transfer acceptance rate is like? If any of you have had experience with transferring to Hunter, would you min …

Hey everyone! I'm currently at a community college and I applied as a transfer student to Georgia Tech. Does anyone know when Georgia Tech typically releases their transfer decisions? Thanks in advanc …

Hey everyone, I'm kinda worried right now. What happens if I end up losing my high school diploma? Is it possible to get a new one? How does it affect my college applications?