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Hey everyone! So, I've been thinking about visiting some colleges this summer to get a feel of the campuses and such. Is it a good idea to visit during the summer? Do any of you have any tips or sugge …
I'm planning to apply ED to Wharton School of Business at UPenn. Does anyone know the current Early Decision acceptance rate? How competitive is it compared to applying RD?
I'm really interested in anesthesiology as a career and want to set myself up for success in college. I've tried researching the best majors for this field, but I'm still kind of lost. Could you guys …
I've heard the term 'Harvard legacy admissions' being thrown around, but I'm not sure what it means. Does it give an advantage to certain applicants? Could someone please explain how it works?
Hi everyone! I'm trying to plan my high school courses, and I was hoping someone could help me out with a full list of AP classes that are offered. I want to make sure I'm making the right choice for …
Hey everybody, I'm an aspiring writer and I'm looking to join some writing competitions to boost my college application. Does anyone have any recommendations for writing competitions aimed at teenager …
Hi everyone! I'm planning on going pre-med in college. What are some of the required classes I need to take to fulfill pre-med requirements? I want to make sure I'm off to a strong start!
I'm pretty set on pursuing a career as a pharmacist, but I want to know how many years it typically takes to complete the necessary schoolwork and training. Can someone help me understand the timeline …
Hi everyone! I enjoy playing football and I'm considering playing for a small college football team. I was wondering if anyone else has experience playing on a smaller team – what's the level of compe …
Hey folks! I've finally finished writing a college admissions essay, but I'm not sure if it's good enough. How do I go about reviewing it to make sure it's polished and effective? Tips or resources wo …
My friend mentioned that they're aiming to be the salutatorian of our class and I'm not too familiar with the term. Can someone explain the meaning of salutatorian and its significance during high sch …
Hello everyone! So, I've heard that the University of Chicago has some pretty unique essay prompts when compared to other schools. Can anyone who has successfully applied to UChicago describe their ex …
I'm getting ready to apply for colleges, and I'm curious about dorm life. Can you get a dorm room all to yourself, or are you always required to have roommates? How do you request a single dorm room i …
Hi all, I'm excited about college and was wondering what skills can I potentially learn while attending a prestigious school like Princeton? I want to make the most of my time there and figure out how …
Hi guys! So, right now, my top choices for college are Princeton and Dartmouth. I'm having trouble deciding between the two. Can anyone provide some insights into the differences in campus culture, ac …
Hey there, fellow students! I'm very interested in the University of Pittsburgh's BS/MD program. Can anyone shed some light on the application process, requirements, and overall program experience? Th …
So, the AP Lit exam is fast approaching, and I am starting to feel the stress. What tips do you have for staying calm and focused during the exam? Also, are there any essential things I should bring w …
I just received my AP scores and found out that I got a 3 on one of my AP tests. How much will this impact my college admissions chances? Should I not report it on my application or will it hurt my ch …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to work on my college essays and feeling a bit stuck. Does anyone know where I can find some successful university essay examples for inspiration? Preferably personal statem …
Hello! Anyone know if it's common to get into an Ivy League school with mostly 'B' grades? I have strong extracurriculars and essays, but worried about my GPA. Any advice?