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Hey everyone! I've been looking into applying for spring admission at some colleges. Is it true that getting in for spring admission might be less competitive than applying for the fall? If so, what s …
Hey everyone! I'm having a tough time deciding between applying to Harvard or Yale. Can any current students or alumni share their experiences at either university and help me understand the pros and …
Hi everyone! I'm getting started on my University of Washington application and need some inspiration for their essay prompts. What are some ideas or topics that have worked well for you or others you …
Hey guys! I'm currently deciding between the University of Idaho and University of Montana and I need some advice. What are the pros and cons of each university, like in terms of academics, campus lif …
I'm lucky enough to have been accepted to both Cornell and UC Berkeley, but now I'm having a hard time deciding between the two! Can any current or past students, or anyone with experience with these …
Hi guys, I'm a junior and currently researching colleges. I realized Duke has two different undergraduate schools: Trinity College of Arts & Sciences and Pratt School of Engineering. Can someone expla …
Hi all! I'm a prospective MIT applicant and was just curious about the interview process. Does anyone here know what percentage of MIT applicants actually get an interview? Thanks for any information!
I've been accepted to both Ohio State and Texas Tech, and I'm trying to decide which one to attend. What are the main differences between the two schools in terms of academics, campus life, and extrac …
I'll be attending Virginia State University (VSU) in the fall and I'm considering living in Hopper Hall. Can anyone who has lived there or knows about Hopper Hall share their experiences? I'm curious …
I've been working on college applications and came across this prompt about writing a 'diversity essay'. What exactly are colleges looking for in a diversity essay and how should I approach it?
Hey guys! I've been accepted to Texas Christian University (TCU) and Southern Methodist University (SMU). I'm having a hard time choosing between the two. What are the main differences in terms of cam …
Hey all! I was accepted into both Bucknell and Penn, which is awesome! But now I'm struggling to decide on where to attend. I'm planning on majoring in economics. Can anyone provide some info on the c …
Hey, I was just wondering, is it better to have my class rank reported as an integer or in deciles? I'm currently ranked #17 out of 350 and wasn't sure if that detail might be overlooked if I report i …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I'm a little confused about the difference between full tuition scholarships and full ride scholarships. Can someone break it down for me? Also, do you ha …
I have some friends and family members who are pretty negative about my top choice college. How can I persuade them to see the value in this school? Any suggestions on points to focus on or what to hi …
Hey all! I'm trying to figure out how to calculate my final grade for a class after taking my final exam. Does anyone know the best method to do this or maybe a useful tool I could use? Thanks!
What's the difference between an AA (Associate of Arts) and AAT (Associate of Arts in Teaching) degree? And how might these affect my chances of transferring to a four-year college?
I've been accepted to both the University of Hawaii and Vanderbilt. I want to study Biology, but I also care about enjoying my college experience. How do these two schools compare in terms of academic …
Hey guys! There are so many honor societies out there, and I'm curious which one is considered the best or most prestigious? Any help would be appreciated.
I want to challenge myself during high school, but I'm curious about which level of math people generally find to be the hardest. Is it Calculus, Pre-calculus, or something else altogether?