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Hello fellow students! I have been fortunate enough to get accepted to both UCLA and Northwestern, and I'm really struggling to decide which school to attend. I'm planning on majoring in political sci …

I'm struggling to decide between majoring in Mathematics and Computer Science or just Computer Science. What are the key differences between the two majors, and which one would be better for someone i …

Hi everyone! I recently got accepted into both Rutgers and NYU, and I'm having a hard time deciding where to go. Could someone please tell me about the main differences between these two schools, acad …

Hi everyone! I need some help deciding between Liberty University and Grand Canyon University. I'm super stoked to have decisions from both schools, but I can't seem to make up my mind. I'm considerin …

I'm applying to Chapman University and I need to write a 'Why Chapman' essay. Does anyone have any advice on what aspects of the university I should focus on in my essay? Thank you in advance!

Hey guys, I'm considering applying to Columbia University, but I'm a bit confused about the difference between Columbia College and the School of Engineering & Applied Science (SEAS). Can someone brea …

Hey guys! I'm really excited to have gotten accepted into UIUC and UMich for engineering, but I'm not sure which one to go to. My major is electrical engineering by the way. Can anyone weigh in on the …

Hey everyone! I'm working on my Williams College application and I need some advice. What are some tips or key aspects to keep in mind while writing the essay? How can I make it unique and engaging? A …

I got into both UCLA and UMD for engineering. I want to know more about the engineering programs at each school: the course difficulty, quality of professors, research opportunities, and job prospects …

I'm having a hard time choosing between the University of Central Florida (UCF) and the University of Georgia (UGA). Can anyone share their experiences or insights on the differences between the two s …

Hi all! So, I'm really into engineering and I've narrowed down my list to CMU and MIT. I know they're both renowned for their engineering programs, but I'm having trouble figuring out which one would …

I'm deciding between Duke and UPenn for a possible major in economics. Can anyone share their experiences or opinions on these schools, focusing on academics, campus life, and job opportunities after …

Hi everyone! In case I get waitlisted at Johns Hopkins University, I wanted to know how good are the chances of being admitted from the waitlist? Any insights on this would be super helpful, as JHU is …

I'm currently trying to decide between attending the University at Buffalo (SUNY) and Arizona State University (ASU). Can anyone provide some advice on each school's strengths and weaknesses in academ …

Hi all! I've been enrolled in some AP classes in high school and was wondering if I have to submit my AP scores when applying for college? Is it a must or an optional thing?

I'm having a hard time choosing between Miami University (Ohio) and Bowling Green State University. Can anyone provide some insight about the academics, extracurricular opportunities, and overall camp …

Can someone explain what the National Society of High School Scholars membership is all about? Like, what are the benefits, and is it worth joining? Any personal experiences would be much appreciated.

Hello everyone! I'm in the fortunate position of having been accepted to both Bucknell and Lafayette. However, this has left me facing a tough decision. What are the differences between the schools in …

I'm trying to decide between the University of Pittsburgh and Virginia Commonwealth University. What are the pros and cons of attending each one? I'd appreciate hearing perspectives on academics, stud …

I can't decide whether I want to become a lawyer or a doctor. What were the deciding factors for you when you chose your career path? Can anyone give insights on the pros and cons of each profession, …