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Hey everyone! Quick question about the Common App: when inputting the description for the courses I've taken, how detailed do I need to be? Should I write a sentence or two, or do I need to include ev …

Hello! I'm a junior, and honestly, I'm still unsure about what I want to study in college. I've heard about some colleges offering solid exploratory programs. Can anyone suggest colleges with strong s …

Working on my UMich supplement and feeling a bit stressed about it. What are some tips you guys have for creating a strong response that not only demonstrates my interest in the school, but also sets …

I'm applying for a scholarship that asks me to write a diversity essay. Can you guys provide some guidance on what elements I should include to make it strong and what to avoid? Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone! I have a 529 plan set up for my college expenses, but I'm not sure how to actually use the funds to pay for my tuition and other college expenses. Could anyone help me understand how the …

I've recently been given an amazing opportunity for an educational program that I think will be super useful for college apps. How do you suggest I make the most of it and include it on my application …

Hey everyone! I'm a bit confused about the term 'Ivy League' when it comes to universities in California. Are there any Ivy League universities in California, or is that term exclusive to schools in a …

Hi there, I've been considering setting up a Go Fund Me to help manage the cost of my student loans. Has anyone had experience with this and how successful was it? Would love to hear your thoughts!

I'm trying to decide between taking Calc AB or BC, and I'm wondering if colleges will actually care about which one I took. Would it make a big difference in admissions, or is it more about challengin …

I've been wondering, can colleges see what other schools I'm applying to? Does it change their evaluation of my application or is it simply something they don't pay attention to?

Hey! So I'm considering applying to Ivies, but I'm really concerned about tuition costs. Which Ivy League school is considered the least expensive or offers the most financial aid? Any input is apprec …

I've been thinking about writing my Dartmouth college essay, and I want to make it great. Any tips or experiences with writing standout essays for Dartmouth? What do they look for in a student?

Hey y'all, I'm considering applying REA (Restrictive Early Action) to my dream school. What are the pros and cons of this decision? Wanna hear opinions from students who've applied REA and those who d …

Is it possible to take an AP class during the summer break? I've been hearing mixed responses about this. Can you actually earn college credit doing this? Would appreciate any insights!

Hi all, I was just wondering how much the late fee is for registering for the SAT. I'm considering whether I should just pay the late fee and take it this time around, or wait for the next test date. …

Hey, I'm starting my Cornell application and I'm wondering if anyone can give me some insights on their questions. What are they typically like, and do any past applicants have any recommendations on …

I'm looking into applying to colleges and I want to consider some Div 3 football schools. How can I find a comprehensive list of schools? Can anyone share their experiences at a Div 3 football school?

Hi everyone! USC is one of my top choices, and I want to make sure my short answer questions are on point. Can anyone who's been through the application process or is a current student give me some gu …

Hey fellow students! I want to start a new club at my high school to bring some unique extracurricular opportunities for everyone. What are some innovative and fun club ideas that you've seen or been …

Hey folks! I've been dreaming about going to Stanford for years now, but I'm not exactly sure what they're looking for in applicants. Can anyone shed some light on the criteria for getting accepted in …