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Hey everyone! I'm currently stuck between Pepperdine University and Loyola Marymount University. I was wondering if anybody could give me some insight on the academic environment, student culture, and …

Hey everyone! I'm planning on applying to Northwestern, and I'm curious about their middle 50 SAT score range. What's the general range you should aim for to be competitive in the admissions process? …

Hey guys, I have a question—does a violation of academic integrity (like plagiarism or cheating) show up on your transcript? If so, how long does it stay there, and how might it impact the college adm …

Hi all! I've done some research and saw that some colleges require a mid-year report to be submitted. Can you guys tell me which schools typically require this? I want to make sure I stay organized an …

Hello everybody! I'm making a decision between Penn State University and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Can anyone tell me about the differences in academics, social scene, and available opp …

I'm interested in studying economics, and I'm currently deciding between the University of North Carolina (UNC) and Arizona State University (ASU). Can you guys offer any advice on the quality of the …

I'm trying to understand if I should take the TOEFL or not. Who is required or recommended to take this test? Are there specific universities or programs that require it? Any input would be appreciate …

So I really want to get a 4.0 GPA throughout high school, but I'm not sure about the specifics. What exactly do you need to achieve in terms of grades and classes to get a 4.0?

Hey guys, I've come across the term 'SAT 3.3' and I'm not sure what it refers to. Does anyone know what it means and how it's related to the SAT? Thanks for any info!

Hi, I'm a high school junior who's really interested in getting involved with research this summer. Does anyone have suggestions on how to find research internships for high school students near me? A …

Hi everyone! I'm pumped to have been accepted to both Long Beach State and UCLA, but now I'm stuck trying to decide which one to choose. I'm majoring in psychology, and I'm curious if anyone has opini …

Hey y'all, I've been going back and forth between the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville for a while now. What are some major differences that I should consider between the two in …

Hi all! I'm looking into pursuing a BSN degree and I was curious if anyone knows of any programs that are relatively easier to get into or have a more relaxed course load? Thanks in advance!

Hey guys, I recently got accepted to Colgate University and Binghamton University, but I can't decide which one to attend. Can anyone who has attended either of these schools give me some input? How d …

Hey! Can anyone provide some insight on which college is better between ECU and UNCW for a biology major? I'm interested in research opportunities, class sizes and extracurricular activities. What are …

Hey guys, I've been accepted to both ECU and UNC Charlotte for a business major, and I'm finding it really difficult to decide. Could you please share your experiences or thoughts about the academics, …

Hey everyone, I've been accepted to both Texas State and Texas Tech, but I'm really struggling to decide which one to attend. Can anyone share their experiences or advice on these two schools? I'm mai …

I live in NYC and I'm searching for awesome summer programs or activities specifically aimed at teens. Any suggestions on where I should look or which programs I should consider? Thank you so much!

Hey everyone! I'm planning to take some business courses in college but I'm worried I might be overwhelmed with the workload. Can anyone suggest any easy business courses that I could start with to he …

Hey everyone, I'm trying to decide between James Madison University (JMU) and Virginia Tech (VT). Can anyone provide insight into the pros and cons of each school, as well as the factors I should take …