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Hey everyone! So, I've been accepted to both University of Michigan and Virginia Tech, but I'm having a hard time deciding which one to attend. Could anyone provide some insights into the strengths of …

Hey guys! I'm struggling to decide between Bates College and Colby College. I'd love to hear some opinions or experiences regarding academics, social life, and campus atmosphere at both schools. Any i …

Hey everyone! I've heard that montage essays can be pretty effective in college applications, but I'm not exactly sure how to make mine stand out. Any tips on creating a captivating and unique montage …

I'm a little bit stressed trying to pick between Vanderbilt University and the University of Southern California (USC). Both seem to have great academic programs and vibrant campus lives, so I'm strug …

Hey everyone, I'm currently deciding between University of Georgia and Ohio State for pre-med studies. Any insights on the strength of their pre-med programs, research opportunities, or general campus …

Hey, guys! I've been accepted to both Boston University and Cornell, and I'm a bit torn between the two. They're both awesome, but I'd appreciate any input on which one might be better for a biology m …

I'm pretty on top of my academics and starting to think about college applications. I've been looking at both the University of Virginia (UVA) and Harvard University. I know Harvard is an Ivy League s …

Hello, I have been accepted to Texas Christian University (TCU) and University of Southern California (USC). I'm having trouble deciding which to attend. Could you share any experiences or insights ab …

Hello! I'm considering the University of San Diego for college and wondering about the in-state tuition cost. Anyone here know how much it is for California residents or know a reliable source for thi …

I'm in the process of choosing between Wake Forest and Elon University, but I'm having a hard time deciding. Can anyone offer some advice regarding factors like campus life, student support, and acade …

Hey guys! I've been tutoring other students in various subjects for a while now. Is tutoring considered a legit extracurricular activity I could list on my college applications?

I'm thinking about shadowing a professional in a field I'm interested in, to get a better idea of what the career's really like. Has anyone had experience with job shadowing? Any advice on how to set …

I'm applying for a BU scholarship, and I'm having trouble getting started on my essay. Can anyone give me some tips or advice on what scholarship committees at BU might be looking for in a successful …

Hey guys, I'm currently deciding between George Mason University (GMU) and James Madison University (JMU). I can't really decide which one would be a better fit for me. Can anyone share their experien …

Hey, guys! I'm lucky enough to be accepted to both Duke and Yale for my major in economics. I'm having a hard time picking one, though. Can someone share their insights about the academics, campus env …

I'm trying to make my summer productive but also enjoyable. What are some great summer programs or experiences that you guys have participated in, regardless of location or type? All suggestions are w …

I've got a 3.40/4.0 GPA, and I'm curious how that stands in the whole college admissions process. Is it decent enough, or should I aim to improve it before applying to schools?

Hello, everyone! I'm having a hard time choosing between the University of Utah and Penn State. Can any current or former students provide some insights regarding academics, campus life, and overall e …

Hey guys! I'm trying to decide between Penn State and UNC, and I'm wondering which school would be a better fit for my intended major, biochemistry. Can anyone share their experiences or any pros and …

Hey guys, I'm really determined to get a 1500 on the SAT, but I only have a week left to prepare. Any tips for boosting my score quickly? Any resources or strategies would be appreciated!