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When applying to college, who exactly is reading and reviewing our applications? Are they professors, admissions officers, or a combination of people? How can I make my application stand out to these …

Hi everyone, I'm currently torn between the University of Oregon and CU Boulder. Could anyone give me some insight into each school's strengths and weaknesses? How do they compare in terms of student …

Hey everyone, I'm planning to apply early decision to my top-choice college, and I'm wondering when early decision results typically come out? Do they all come out on the same day or does it vary by s …

Hi guys, I might be transferring schools soon, but I have a concern. When you transfer schools, do your grades stay the same or do they get recalculated based on the new school's scale? Would love som …

Hi! I'm planning on taking the SAT soon and was wondering what the upcoming test dates are. Also, does anyone know how long it typically takes for scores to be released after taking the test? Thanks!

Hey, I was wondering if pre-calculus is a crucial requirement for pursuing a business degree? Do most colleges expect me to complete pre-calc before applying for their business programs? Thanks in adv …

Hey y'all, I'm thinking about pursuing a career as a pharmacist and I was wondering what types of classes or extracurriculars I should be focusing on in high school. Any suggestions?

Hi there! I've been getting some B's in my college courses, and I'm not sure whether it's something I should be okay with or if I should try to push harder for A's. Is getting B's in college something …

Hey everyone! I'm looking to get some hands-on experience in the research world during high school. Are there any research internship opportunities available specifically for high school students? Can …

Hi all, I've been seeing the terms 'URM' and 'ORM' being thrown around quite a bit lately. Can someone please explain what these terms mean and how they might impact the college admissions process? Th …

I've been accepted to both the University of Texas at Austin (UT) and Texas A&M University (TAMU), and I'm torn between the two. I'd appreciate any advice on factors such as academics, student life, a …

Hey guys, I'm a junior with a pretty high SAT score, but I'd like to push it even higher. Any recommendations for SAT prep resources or courses specifically catering to high-scoring students? Thanks!

Hello! I'm currently deciding between attending UC Riverside or UC Santa Barbara, but I'm not exactly sure how to make my decision - both schools have their pluses and minuses. Can anyone provide insi …

I might need to defer my admission to USC for a year due to some personal reasons. Does anyone know how the deferral process works? I'm a bit stressed about this and would really appreciate any guidan …

Hi there, I'm an international student and I need a college that offers 100% financial aid for students like me. Can anyone suggest some colleges that are known for being generous with financial aid f …

Hey guys, I'm having a bit of trouble figuring out how to approach the 'What is meaningful to you and why?' essay for Stanford. Any ideas or examples to get me started and help me think about what I s …

Hi guys, I'm currently a junior and I'm really interested in applying to Harvard next year. Does anyone have any tips or advice on what I can do to improve my chances of getting accepted? I have good …

I'm a junior in high school and I've been looking into internships for the upcoming winter break. I thought it could be a nice way to gain some real-world experience and get a peek into potential care …

Hey y'all! I'm a junior from MA, and I'm exploring summer options. Can anyone recommend some good summer programs in Massachusetts? I'm open to all subjects, just looking for some cool opportunities. …

Hey there, I'm considering applying for a combined Bachelor and MD program for college. Can anyone share their experiences or thoughts regarding the pros and cons of these types of programs? Just look …