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Chances for spring admission

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 …

2 years ago

Harvard or Yale: Which University is Better?

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 …

2 years ago

U Washington Essay Prompts

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 …

2 years ago

University of Idaho vs University of Montana: Help me decide!

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 …

2 years ago

Cornell vs Berkeley for undergrad - help me decide!

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 …

2 years ago

Duke Trinity vs Pratt

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 …

2 years ago

MIT interviews - what percentage of applicants get one?

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!

2 years ago

Ohio State University vs Texas Tech University: Which one to choose?

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 …

2 years ago

Hopper Hall at VSU: What's it like?

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 …

2 years ago

Writing a diversity essay?

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?

2 years ago

TCU vs SMU: Choosing the Right College for Me

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 …

2 years ago

Bucknell vs Penn: Help me choose!

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 …

2 years ago

Integer vs Decile Class Rank?

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 …

2 years ago

Full Tuition vs Full Ride

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 …

2 years ago

How can I persuade someone to consider my college of choice?

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 …

2 years ago

Calculating Grade after Final Exam?

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!

2 years ago

AA vs AAT

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?

2 years ago

University of Hawaii vs Vanderbilt

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 …

2 years ago

Which honor society is the best?

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.

2 years ago

Which level of math is considered the hardest in high school?

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?

2 years ago
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