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Hey everyone! I read somewhere that it's cool to love learning, so I thought I'd ask, what excites your intellectual curiosity? It can be any topic or field that you're passionate about. I'm intereste …

Hey everyone, I've heard people mention 'alternate list' and 'waitlist' when talking about college admissions, but I'm not exactly sure what the difference is between the two. Can someone please expla …

Hi! I've been admitted into both UC Riverside and CSU Long Beach for Communications, but I'm having a hard time deciding which university to attend. Can anyone share their thoughts on the quality of t …

Hey, I'm trying to decide between attending Florida Atlantic University and the University of Miami. Can you share your experiences at either school, or what factors (e.g., campus life, cost, etc.) yo …

Hey everyone, I've been looking at American University and George Washington University, and I'm trying to decide which one would be a better fit for me. Could you help me list the pros and cons of ea …

Hey everyone! I'm currently a junior in high school and I'm trying to find ways to improve my class rank. Any tips on how to make it into the top 10%? What academic or extracurricular strategies have …

Hi guys! My high school's mock trial team is starting up soon and I'm super excited to join. I've heard about 'objection cheat sheets' before, but I'm not exactly sure what they're used for. Can someo …

Hey, peeps! So, I'm applying to UNC and I'm kinda stuck on their short answer questions. Does anyone have examples of successful short answer responses or any advice on what they're looking for in the …

I've been looking into studying economics, but I noticed that some schools offer a BA and some offer a BS. What's the difference between the two, and which one should I go for?

I'm considering both Indiana University and University of Michigan for college. Can anyone share their thoughts on the pros and cons of each, like campus life, academics, and job prospects after gradu …

Hey guys! I'm applying for an officer position in the National Honor Society. I'm curious about what motivates others to become an NHS officer as well. What made you want to be an officer and what imp …

Hey guys! I'm really interested in transferring to Columbia next year. Can any successful transfer students share their experiences and any tips on what they think made their applications stand out?

Hey everyone! I've been considering pursuing a career as a veterinarian, and I've heard that some colleges offer 'pre-vet' programs. Can anyone explain what a pre-vet program is like and what I should …

Hi there! I'm having trouble making a decision between Bethune-Cookman University (BCU) and Arizona State University (ASU). What are the major differences between these two schools when it comes to ac …

Hi everyone! So I got into both UVM and UConn, and I'm not sure which one to pick. Can someone provide any helpful information about the academics, campus life, and extracurricular opportunities at th …

I've been accepted to both Boston College and Northwestern, and I'm having a tough time deciding where to go! Can anyone share their experiences or thoughts on the academic environment, campus vibes, …

Hey everyone, I'm having a difficult time choosing between UC Irvine (UCI) and Pepperdine. Can someone give me a general comparison? I'd like to know more about the differences in academics, campus li …

Hey everyone, I'm trying to decide between taking integrated math and traditional math courses in high school. Will colleges have a preference for one over the other? And which one would better prepar …

Hey, I need some help clarifying if marine biology is considered a STEM field. I'm really passionate about it and want to pursue it in college. Would it be grouped under STEM for the purpose of admiss …

Hello people! I want to become a nutritionist and I'm trying to figure out the best path. What classes would you recommend I take in high school and college to prepare for a career in nutrition? Any a …