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Hey folks, I'm trying to decide between Loyola Marymount University and the University of San Diego. Any opinions on the academic programs, campus life, and opportunities at both schools? I'm leaning …

Hello! I'm interested in going into the medical field and becoming a doctor. I know pre-med isn't exactly a major but can anyone suggest what type of majors I should be considering for a pre-med track …

I recently got my PreACT scores back and I'm wondering how they might predict my potential for the real ACT? What kind of score ranges should I be aiming for, and is there any sort of correlation betw …

Hi there! I was browsing through forums and stumbled across the term 'high school scholar.' Can someone shed light on what this means and what qualifies someone as a high school scholar? Thanks!

Hey everyone! I'm trying to decide between Texas State University (TXST) and University of Texas at Austin (UT). Can anyone share their experience or thoughts on what sets these schools apart? Campus …

Hey guys! I got accepted into both Duke and UChicago, and I'm having a really hard time choosing between the two. Can anyone share some thoughts or experiences about the vibe, academics, and opportuni …

Hey everyone! I've been accepted to both UNC Chapel Hill and NC State, and I can't decide which one to attend. My major is going to be in political science. Can you guys weigh in on the overall academ …

I'm looking into colleges and noticing they have different academic calendars; some use a trimester and some use a quarter system. Could someone break down the differences between the two and discuss …

Hi! I'm from Mexico, and I'm applying to U.S. colleges. I'm curious about how to calculate my Mexican GPA so that it makes sense for the American admissions process. Does anyone have any experience wi …

We're doing a project in my English class where we need to analyze a recent persuasive speech, preferably from the past year or two. Anyone have suggestions for interesting speeches to analyze? Bonus …

Hi everyone! I'm thinking of pursuing a career as an electrical engineer, and I was wondering if you could recommend any high school classes or extracurriculars that would help prepare me for this pat …

Hey everyone, I was wondering about the differences between Granville Towers and regular UNC housing. Can someone help me with the pros and cons of each? I want to make the best decision for my freshm …

Hello everyone! I'm a high school junior currently researching liberal arts colleges in NY. Bard and Skidmore seem to offer similar experiences but I'm not sure which one would be best for me. Does an …

Hey everyone! I'm interested in pursuing a computer science degree when I enter college, and I was wondering if there are any specific scholarships available for students like me. Can anyone share the …

I'm applying to UT Austin and I'm really not sure how to navigate their essay prompts. Anyone have any ideas on the best way to approach them and create essays that resonate with the admissions office …

So, I'm working on my personal statement for the Common App and need some clarification. What's the max word count for my essay? Really don't want to go over! Thanks, guys!

Hello! I'm a junior in high school trying to find the right college fit for me. I'm considering both Belmont University and Vanderbilt University in Nashville, but I'm having a hard time deciding whic …

Hey, I've been volunteering for various events and organizations throughout high school. I'm curious as to what's considered a good amount of volunteer hours for college admissions. Could any of you s …

Hi guys! I'm thinking about applying to the University of Cincinnati BS/MD program, but I'm not sure about the details. Can anyone share any insights on how this program works and its curriculum?

Hey everybody, I'm a junior in HS currently exploring colleges to apply to next year. I've been considering both Fordham and Georgetown, but I'm not sure which one to focus on in terms of fit, academi …