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Hey! I'm considering applying to Case Western, and I was curious about the level of their athletic programs. Are they in Division 1 for college sports? I'd love to participate in college athletics if …
Hi everyone, my older sibling is currently attending one of my dream schools, and I'm curious if that will help me in the admissions process or not. How much does sibling legacy influence admissions d …
I'm applying to Cal State LA and need to submit my FAFSA application. Any tips on filling it out for this particular school and making sure I maximize my financial aid?
Hi folks! I'm starting to gather recommendations for my Common App. Can someone point me in the direction of a useful guide on how to ask for recommendations, what teachers should focus on, and any ot …
Hey fellow applicants! I have a question about optional letters of recommendation. Is it a good idea to submit them even though they're not required? Can they make a difference in my college app?
Hey there! I'm trying to find some free extracurricular activities to join - preferably online. What are some interesting clubs, organizations, or projects you recommend joining? Thanks for any ideas!
Hey guys, I'm working on my Brown University application and could use some help. Are there any resources with examples of successful Brown supplements? I don't want to copy, just need inspiration. Th …
Hey guys, I'm currently working on an essay for my English class, and I'm struggling to come up with a strong claim. Do you have any advice on how to brainstorm ideas or any go-to methods you use for …
Hi all! I'm looking to boost my high school resume and find some interesting school competitions to take part in. Can you recommend any academic or other kinds of contests that are popular among high …
I've been considering applying to Duke, and I'd like to know: what's unique about their supplemental essay prompts? What do they expect or want to see in an applicant's essay? Would love some input!
Hello, I'm starting to work on my college applications and I'm really interested in applying to Carnegie Mellon. Could someone give me an idea of what their essay prompts are like? Thanks!
I'm applying to Dartmouth soon and I'm kinda stressing about their writing supplement. Can anyone give me some solid advice on what works and what doesn't? I'd really appreciate it if anyone could sha …
Hello! I'm about to start filling out my CSS Profile and I'm feeling a little lost. Can somebody give me a walkthrough or share their experience with completing the CSS Profile? I'd really appreciate …
Hey, I'm taking AP Lit next year and I want to get a head start on my reading. What are some must-read books that'll help me succeed on the exam? Any suggestions would be great. Thanks!
Hey, guys! I'm just wondering, how much weight do colleges give to the ACT writing scores during the admissions process? Does it significantly impact my chances of getting in? Thanks in advance!
Hey guys, I'm part of the class of 2023 and I wanted to know what's the max PSAT score I should aim for? Also, any tips for boosting my score would be much appreciated!
Hey there! I'm a bit stressed about writing my 'Why Us?' essay for college applications. What should I focus on to make it stand out? Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated!
I'm really interested in the Huntsman Program at UPenn, but I can't find too much info on its acceptance rate. Does anyone know how competitive it is? Any advice on preparing my application would be a …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to work on my college apps soon, and I wanted to know if anyone has any examples of successful essays for Columbia. I want to see what type of writing they're looking for an …
I've been accepted to the National Leadership Forum on Medicine this summer, and I'm pretty excited about the opportunity. Has anyone here attended before? What should I expect, and how can I make the …