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Hi! I'm trying to decide between RPI and Union College for studying computer science. Can anyone provide insight into the overall quality of their CS programs, research opportunities, internships, and …

My MIT interview is coming up and I wanna nail the first impression! Does anyone have advice on the appropriate attire? Should I dress formally or is it okay to go for a more comfortable look?

Hey y'all, I'm interested in majoring in business and I'm considering applying to some Canadian universities. Anyone here have suggestions for top-rated business schools in Canada? Thanks in advance!

I can't make up my mind on whether to apply to Arizona State University or Gonzaga University. I'm interested in both schools, but I'm not sure which one would suit me better. If anyone has informatio …

Does anyone have examples or tips for writing a college essay about overcoming a setback or a challenge? I'm having a hard time deciding how to approach this topic and would love some advice on what's …

Hi guys! I'm curious about what it means to be on a club team versus being on a varsity sports team in high school. Can anyone clarify the differences, and if colleges view them differently during the …

Hey everyone, I'm having difficulty deciding between UConn and Purdue for a computer science major. Could you give me some advice about the quality of these programs, campus experiences, and post-grad …

Hello! I'm trying to decide between attending UCSB and SDSU, and I'm interested in hearing about other people's experiences with these schools. How is the quality of education and campus life at each …

Hey guys, I'm currently attending a community college and am thinking about transferring to Texas A&M. What are the requirements I need to meet to do so? I'd love to hear from anyone who's been throug …

I'm torn between applying to Notre Dame and Vanderbilt! I've heard good things about both, but I'm still unsure which one to choose. Could you guys share some pros and cons about each school, especial …

I have been accepted to Loyola University Chicago (LUC) and the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). I'm finding it hard to decide between the two. Can anyone offer some advice on the differences …

Hey! I'm a junior wanting to get into software engineering, and I think applying for some apprenticeship programs might be a good way to gain experience. Does anyone know of any reputable software eng …

Ya'll! My thesis defense is coming up and I'm low-key stressing. What are some typical questions that might be asked during the defense? How can I best prepare to impress my professors? Thanks in adva …

Hey everyone! I'm considering going to law school in New York, and I'm trying to get an idea of the different rankings for law schools in the state. Can someone help me find the most recent and reliab …

Hey everyone! I'm currently applying for a scholarship, and they've asked me to use words to describe myself. What are some good, unique descriptions I can use that will reflect positively on me and d …

Hello everyone! I'm taking the AP Computer Science Principles exam soon, and I was wondering what percent of students score a 5 on it. Has anyone here taken the exam and knows the stats? Thanks in adv …

Hey, I'm currently a high school junior looking into prep schools in Maryland that I might be interested in attending next year. Can someone give me a rundown of the top prep schools in the area and a …

So I just got my LSAT score back and it's a 163. Honestly, I'm not sure whether I should be happy or sad about it. Is this considered a good score? What types of law schools might I be able to get int …

Hey everyone, I'm considering studying in Europe, but I'm worried about the language barrier. Are there any European universities that offer programs taught entirely in English? If so, could you recom …

Hey guys! When applying to colleges, I noticed the term 'self-reporting test scores,' and I'm a bit confused. What exactly does that mean and how does it differ from officially submitting scores? Than …