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I'm having a hard time deciding between Howard University and Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). Can you guys share some pros and cons of each, in terms of academics, diversity, and campus life?

Hello everyone! I'm working on the UC talent essay, and I'm struggling a bit. Does anyone have any example essays or tips on how to make my essay stand out? Thanks in advance!

Hey, I recently took the PreACT, and I'm curious about what is considered a good score on this exam. Does anyone know roughly what range of scores colleges are looking for or how this score can be use …

I'm thinking about attending either the University of Delaware or Penn State, but I'm having a tough time making a decision. Can anyone who has attended or knows about these schools give me some insig …

Hey guys, I'm trying to decide between USC and NC State for computer science. Can anyone help me compare these two schools in terms of campus life, academics, and internship opportunities? Thanks in a …

I'm planning on taking AP World History next year and I've heard mixed reviews. Some students say it's really hard, while others think it's manageable. Can you guys share your experiences? What should …

Hi everyone! I'm struggling to decide between Rutgers and Syracuse for college. I'd appreciate any insight into their academic programs, campus life, and overall pros and cons. I want to make sure I c …

Hello fellow applicants, I'm torn between Texas Christian University (TCU) and the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) for college. What are some pros and cons of each? Would love to hear your …

Hello everyone! I'm considering applying to both Michigan State University (MSU) and Western Michigan University (WMU). As a high school junior, I'm trying to figure out the best fit for me. Can anyon …

Hey everyone, I'm making my college list and I'm stuck between Miami University (Ohio) and University of Miami (Florida). Can anyone help me understand the main differences between these two schools ( …

Hey everyone! I'm taking the International Baccalaureate (IB) program in my high school and I'm wondering how important IB exam scores are in the college admissions process. Do they really make a big …

I've been looking into online schools as a flexible option for taking some extra classes, but I don't understand why they're so expensive. Anyone have an idea why their tuition fees might be so high?

Hi guys! I am currently choosing between USC and Northeastern for engineering. Can someone give insight into the engineering programs at both schools, like the quality of the professors, available res …

Hello! I've been admitted to both Iowa State University (ISU) and Texas A&M University, but I'm struggling to choose between the two. Can anyone provide input on the differences in academics, campus l …

Hey, y'all! I'm considering both the University of Michigan and the University of Minnesota for college. What are the major differences between these two schools in terms of academics, campus life, an …

Hey everyone! I'm stuck between choosing Penn State and UMass Amherst. From your experiences or what you know, could you guys help me compare the two? What are the similarities and differences in camp …

I've heard that the University of Rochester accepts peer recommendations as part of their application. Has anyone submitted one? If so, how helpful do you think it was in your application process? I'm …

Hey, I'm starting to look into colleges and I'm thinking about applying to University of California, Davis (UCD) and Boston University (BU). Can anyone give me a comparison of these two schools in ter …

I got accepted to both Rutgers-Camden and New Brunswick, and I'm not sure which one to choose. Can anyone provide their experiences with the campuses, academic programs, and overall atmosphere of thes …

I'm applying to MIT, and was wondering if anyone knows what the prompts for the supplemental essays are for this year? I want to start working on them as soon as possible. Additionally, any advice on …