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I'm a high school junior trying to decide on my major for college applications. I'm really interested in politics and policy-making, so I've narrowed it down to either Political Science or Public Poli …
Hey peeps! I've got a TI-89 calculator, and I want to know if I can use it on the SAT without any issues. Thanks!
Can someone explain the concept of automatic admission to me? I've heard it in context with college applications, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Thanks!
Hi folks! I'm wondering if going to a boarding school for my last two years of high school can help me increase my chances of getting into a top-tier college compared to staying in a public school? Th …
As an international student, I'm stressed about financing my college education in the United States. Are there any colleges that offer full scholarships specifically for international students?
Hi everyone! I'm considering joining my school's Science Olympiad team, and I'm curious about others' experiences. What type of events and competitions can I expect and how challenging is it to balanc …
I'm super interested in law and politics, but I'm torn between majoring in criminal justice or political science. Has anyone faced a similar choice? What factors should I think about when deciding bet …
Hi, I'm a junior torn between the University of Washington and the University of Oregon. How do their academics compare? What are the internship and research opportunities like at each school? Any inf …
Hey everyone! I'm really interested in becoming an anesthesiologist in the future. What undergraduate major would best prepare me for this career path? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
I'm trying to decide between Kennesaw State University and Florida International University (FIU). Does anyone have any experience or advice on how these schools compare, especially in terms of academ …
I need help deciding between the University of Washington (Washington) and California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly)! If anyone has any personal experiences or insights about academics, stude …
I'm really struggling to decide whether I should major in Civil Engineering or Urban Planning. I'm fascinated by designing cities and infrastructure, but I'm not sure which major offers better job pro …
Hi all, I'm slightly confused about state financial aid for college students. Can someone break it down for me and help me understand how it works?
Hey y'all! I'm working on my college applications and I've been struggling with the Vassar supplemental essay. Can anyone give me some guidance on what the admissions committee is looking for and how …
I'm applying to UT Austin this year and was wondering if any of you have advice or tips on how to handle their essay prompts. What topics or stories tend to work well? Thanks in advance!
I've been accepted to both UT Dallas and UT Arlington and I'm really struggling to decide between the two. Can someone please compare their academics, campus environments, and any other factors that m …
Hi! I'm trying to decide between attending Brigham Young University (BYU) and University of Central Florida (UCF). Any thoughts on the differences between them in terms of academics, campus life, and …
Hey, I'm a high school junior and I want to start applying for scholarships to help out with college costs. What are some solid scholarships out there that I should definitely look into? Preferably on …
I'm torn between Michigan State University and Western Michigan University. What are the major differences? Can someone provide me with information about academic programs, extracurricular opportuniti …
Hi everyone, I came across Outlier.org when looking for online college courses. Does anyone know if Outlier is accredited by any major institutions, and would the credits transfer if I enroll in their …