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Hey everyone, I'm about to apply to colleges and am leaning towards studying engineering, but I'm struggling to decide on a specific major. What factors should I consider when choosing an engineering …

Hey everyone! I know that being a pre-med student involves a lot of science courses, but I'm curious about the math requirements. What kind of math courses should I take during high school and college …

Hello everyone! I recently took the SAT and got a 1560. I'm wondering if this score is considered competitive for top-tier schools? Will it help my college application stand out?

Has anyone here participated in an SAT summer camp, and if so, was it worth it? What was your experience like? I want to better prepare for the test but I'm not sure if a summer camp is the way to go.

I've heard the term 'affirmative action' a lot when talking about college admissions, but I'm not really sure what it means. Could someone help me understand how it might affect the application proces …

Hey guys, I'm trying to decide whether I should pursue a minor or a double major in college. Can anyone give me some insights on the pros and cons of each and how they might affect my job prospects or …

Hey everybody! I'm starting to work on my personal statement for college applications and I'm not really sure how long it should be. What's the general word or page length that colleges typically look …

What's up, guys? I'm just curious: how many credits are AP classes usually worth toward GPA? Is it worth taking more APs to boost my GPA, or should I focus on honors classes? Cheers in advance for any …

I'm starting to think about my future beyond undergrad and I was wondering if going for my Master's is worth it, considering tuition costs and job prospects. Any advice or experiences would be appreci …

Hi guys! I'm researching tuition costs for a Bachelor of Science degree, and I'm quite overwhelmed by the variation in prices. Can anyone help me understand the factors that influence tuition and how …

I want to pursue law after I graduate college. Does anyone have insight on courses or extracurriculars I should focus on during high school to better prepare myself for a pre-law undergraduate program …

Hey guys, getting ready to start on my college essays and I wanna tackle Stanford's. Does anyone have any advice about the prompts for the upcoming application? I want to make sure I'm addressing them …

Hey everyone, I'm about to take the SAT and I'm starting to feel nervous. Do you guys have any tips to make sure I pass without any issues? What should I focus on while studying? Any advice is appreci …

Illogical comparisons on the SAT Writing section are giving me a hard time. Could anyone share their strategies for identifying and fixing these types of errors? I'd really appreciate any help!

I'm considering graduating high school early to start college sooner. If you've done this, what were the steps you took, and how has it impacted your college experience? Any advice is appreciated!

I've been hearing a lot about the eating clubs at Princeton, but I'm not exactly sure what they are. Can someone help break down the stereotypes and explain the roles these eating clubs play in Prince …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior right now, and I've been thinking about doing some online college courses to get a head start and to see what college classes are like. Does anyone have any recommendations …

Hey guys! So, I'm applying to UChicago and their essay prompts are pretty unique. I'm kind of struggling to come up with ideas that will make me stand out. Anyone have any suggestions or examples that …

Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to both University of Michigan and Michigan State University, but I can't decide which one I would prefer. Can anyone share their experiences or any pros and con …

I've heard about AVID college programs and I'm curious as to how they work. Can anyone provide some insight into what AVID programs at colleges are like, and how they help students succeed?