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Hello everyone! I've been admitted into the engineering programs at Cal Poly and UC Riverside, and I've been wondering how they stack up against each other. Can anyone speak to their experiences in th …

Hey! I'm considering both Biochemistry and Biomedical Science as potential majors, but I'm really confused about which one is better suited for me. Could someone help me understand the main difference …

I'm super excited about being accepted to both UMass Amherst and the University of Rhode Island and now I'm torn about where to go. I plan to study environmental science. Can someone highlight the dif …

Hey guys, I'm currently comparing the University of North Texas (UNT) and Texas Tech University. Can anyone share their experiences or opinions on the academics, campus life, resources, and job opport …

I'm thinking of taking AP Research next year, but I'm not too sure what actually goes on in the class. Can anyone who's taken it give me a rundown on what you do throughout the year?

Hey guys! I'm having difficulty choosing between Northeastern and UConn. Can someone familiar with both schools give advice on academics, extracurricular opportunities, and the overall vibe of each ca …

Hi everyone! I've been admitted to both UC Davis and Sacramento State, but I'm having a hard time deciding which one to attend. Can anyone tell me about the pros and cons of each university in terms o …

Hi all! I'm working on my UMich essays and I'm curious to see examples of essays that caught the admissions office's attention. Can anyone share their essays that worked or direct me to some resources …

Hi everyone! I've been accepted to both Rice and UCLA, and I'm having trouble deciding which one to attend. Could you share some insights on the pros and cons of each school, such as academics, campus …

Hi all, I'm currently choosing between NYU and Northwestern for a pre-med track. Can anyone who studied pre-med or a related major at either of these schools give me some insight into their experience …

Hey guys, I'm trying to explore different majors, and I was wondering if there are any 'easy' majors out there. I'm looking for something that would be considered less demanding but still provide a st …

What are the chances of landing an internship at a law firm while I'm still in high school? Are there specific steps or requirements I should be aware of? Would really appreciate any advice!

I've seen some colleges being referred to as 'commuter campuses,' and I'm a little confused about what that means. Can someone explain what a commuter campus is and how it might differ from a traditio …

Hey, guys! I was adopted when I was younger, and I've heard that there are some scholarships available for adopted children. Does anyone know of any specific ones or where I could find more informatio …

Hi there, friends! So, I've received acceptance offers from both Kent State University and Miami University in Ohio. I'm having a hard time figuring out which one to pick. Can anyone tell me about the …

I've heard about the National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) and was wondering who gets invited to attend. Is it based on GPA, leadership experience, or something else? If any of you have been i …

Hi everyone! I'm having a hard time deciding between taking regular Calculus or Business Calculus for my freshman year. I'm thinking of majoring in business, but I'm not quite sure yet. How do these t …

Hi there! I'm considering SDSU and CSULB for my college applications, and while I'm researching their academic programs, I also want to know more about the campus vibe. Can anyone who has attended or …

Hey there! I'm a high school junior trying to decide between civil and industrial engineering for my major when I apply to colleges. Can anyone give me some insight on the main differences and what ki …

I'm really torn between MIT and Columbia for my engineering major (specifically biomedical engineering). Can anybody provide some insights on how these schools might differ when it comes to academics, …