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Hey there! I'm debating between Purdue West Lafayette and Purdue Indianapolis. What are the differences between these two campuses in terms of campus life, academic quality, and opportunities offered? …

I know engineering is always challenging, but I'd like to have an idea of which engineering degree is relatively easier to complete compared to others. Any insight would be really helpful! Thank you!

Hey guys! Can anyone share some successful USC application essays? I'm curious to see what works and what doesn't, so I can get inspired and feel more confident about my own essays. Thanks a lot!

I'm a little confused with the Common App. Could someone please clarify the difference between a teacher evaluation and a recommendation letter? Also, how does each of these impact my college applicat …

Hey everyone! I'm deciding between Yale and Georgetown as I'm interested in pursuing a career in law. Could you please share your thoughts on the pre-law experience at both schools, as well as the ove …

I need to take either Linear Algebra or Calculus 3 next semester, but I'm not sure which one to go with. Can anyone share their experiences with these two courses and offer some advice on which one mi …

Hey, I need help deciding between AP Statistics and AP Calculus for next year. My strengths are in math and science, and I'm looking to pursue engineering in college. Which course would be more useful …

Can someone explain the difference between rushing and pledging when it comes to Greek life on campus? A little bit unsure about the whole process and I want to be prepared. Thanks!

Hey y'all! I've heard about UC Santa Barbara's RMP (Research Mentorship Program) and COSMOS programs, but I'm not sure what the differences are. Can someone help me understand the pros and cons of eac …

Hey everyone! I'm considering applying to a few schools via ED II, and I was wondering when those decisions usually come out. Is there a standard timeline or does it vary from school to school?

Hi there, I'm currently comparing Penn State and Colorado State for my college applications but I'm having a hard time deciding which one would be the better option. Can anyone provide some insight on …

Hey guys, I'm feeling kinda stressed about my grades. Are there any decent universities with low entry requirements that I should be looking into? What are my chances with a not-so-stellar GPA? Any ad …

I'm planning on taking the Pre-ACT soon, and I'm not really sure how it's scored. What's the total score it's out of? And how similar is it to the actual ACT exam?

Hey guys, I'm considering Western Kentucky University as an option for college and was wondering about their room and board costs. Does anyone have any info and opinions about their on-campus housing …

Hi, I'm considering applying to both Georgia State University and Georgia Institute of Technology. I'm curious about how their locations affect internship and job opportunities, as well as overall cam …

Hey, my scheduled SAT testing center just closed due to unforeseen circumstances. What are my options now? Has anyone experienced this situation before? How can I reschedule or find a new testing cent …

I'm trying to choose between Texas Tech and the University of Texas for my college education. Could anyone give me a rundown of their experiences at either university? I'm curious about differences in …

I've narrowed down my college choices to Arizona State University (ASU) and University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). Any advice on which one I should choose? I'm interested in their locations, campus life, a …

Hi all! I'm deciding between the University of North Texas (UNT) and Sam Houston State University for my college journey. Which one has a better academic environment and student life? What do you thin …

So I got into both University of Michigan and Rutgers, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed about which one to pick. Can anyone shed some light on the pros and cons of each school in terms of academics, …