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Anyone have examples of successful UPenn supplemental essays?

Hey guys, I'm working on my UPenn application and was wondering if anyone can share some supplemental essays that worked? I'm curious to see what approaches others have taken to make their essays stan …

2 years ago

Boise State vs Washington State: Any advice?

Hey guys, I've been admitted to both Boise State and Washington State universities, and I'm kind of at a crossroads here. What are their differences in terms of academics, campus life, and opportuniti …

2 years ago

How can I set myself apart from other college applicants?

Hi guys! As we all know, college admissions are super competitive. I wanted to know if anyone could give some examples of unique qualities or experiences that could help me stand out from other applic …

2 years ago

Jewish Scholarships?

Is anyone here aware of any scholarships specifically for Jewish students? How do I search for and apply to these scholarships?

2 years ago

SportsRecruits vs NCSA: Which one should I choose?

Hey fellow athletes! I'm looking into college recruiting platforms and found both SportsRecruits and NCSA. Has anyone used either (or both) of these services? I'd love to hear your thoughts on how the …

2 years ago

NCSU vs UNCG - Looking for advice on choosing

Hey there, I've been accepted to both North Carolina State University (NCSU) and University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), and I'm having trouble deciding which one to attend. Could anyone pr …

2 years ago

Cal Poly Pomona vs UCR: Which one should I choose?

Hey guys, I got accepted into both Cal Poly Pomona and UCR, but I'm having a tough time choosing between them. Can anyone share their experiences or opinions on which one would be a better fit, especi …

2 years ago

University vs. Institute: What's the difference?

Hey! I'm a junior at my high school and I got a bit confused about the difference between a University and Institute (like MIT for example). It'd be really helpful if someone could explain how they mi …

2 years ago

University of Pittsburgh BS/MD Program

Hi everyone! I'm interested in the University of Pittsburgh's BS/MD program, but I'm not sure how competitive it is or how the program really works. Can anyone provide some insight into the program, h …

2 years ago

Surviving AP Calculus AB?

Math whizzes, I need your help! I'm about to take the AP Calculus AB exam and I'm super nervous. Could you share some tips on how to prepare and what resources to use? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Road to becoming a chiropractor?

Hi all! As a high school junior, I've been researching various careers and the path to becoming a chiropractor has caught my interest. What undergraduate programs and courses should I focus on? How ca …

2 years ago

UMiami vs UTexas: Help me make a decision!

I'm torn between University of Miami (UMiami) and University of Texas at Austin (UTexas) for my undergrad degree. Can anyone share their experience at either of these schools and how they compare in t …

2 years ago

How can I find schools with free education programs?

Hey there! I heard that some countries might offer free university education for international students. Does anyone have more information about this? Also, what should I be aware of if I'm considerin …

2 years ago

Difficulty of getting into NHS?

I was looking into joining the National Honor Society, but I'm not really sure how competitive it is. Is it difficult to get into NHS?

2 years ago

Difference Between Orthodontic Hygienist and Dental Hygienist Salaries

I'm considering a career in dentistry, but I'm not quite sure if I should focus on being an orthodontic hygienist or a dental hygienist. What's the difference in terms of salary between the two occupa …

2 years ago

Emory or USC for business major?

Hey there, I've been accepted to both Emory and USC for a business major, and I'm having a hard time choosing. Can anyone provide some thoughts on their business programs and the overall campus enviro …

2 years ago

UNC vs Northwestern: Which is better for a journalism major?

I have been accepted into both University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) and Northwestern University, and I'm planning to major in journalism. Can someone share their thoughts on the journalis …

2 years ago

Law school straight from high school?

Hi everyone! So, I'm really interested in law and was wondering, is it possible to go straight to law school from high school or do I need to get an undergrad degree first? What's the process like?

2 years ago

Colleges with Most Merit Aid?

Hey there, I'm currently researching colleges and I'm really interested in finding schools that offer significant merit aid. What are some colleges known for giving out the most merit-based scholarshi …

2 years ago

USC vs UMich - Help me decide

Hi everyone, so I've been accepted to both USC and UMich for electrical engineering. I'm really torn on which to choose, so could you all please help by providing some insights into the academics, soc …

2 years ago
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