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George Washington University Supplemental Essay

Hello everyone! I'm starting to put together my college applications and George Washington University is definitely on my list. Can anyone who had success with their GWU application share some advice …

2 years ago

High School Internships for Fall 2023 – Where do I start?

Looking to get ahead here and I want to dive into an internship this fall. I'm a bit lost on where to start looking and how to apply. Can someone point me in the right direction?

2 years ago

How to structure a compelling Common App essay?

Hey folks! Any advice on creating a proper outline for my Common App essay? I want to make sure I’m organizing my thoughts in a way that flows well and fully captures the message I’m trying to convey. …

2 years ago

What's it like in Los Angeles for HBCU students?

Thinking about heading to an HBCU and LA has been calling my name. Is there a strong HBCU presence there? What should an HBCU student expect in terms of opportunities and community vibes?

2 years ago

When is the financial aid deadline for WashU?

What's up, guys? Setting up a calendar for all my college deadlines and I can't seem to find WashU's financial aid deadline. Does anyone know when it is or where to check for the most accurate date?

2 years ago

What's the Campus Life Like at Jackson State University?

Yo, so I've been thinking about HBCUs, and Jackson State University caught my eye. Can anyone share what the student life is like there? Are there strong support systems and communities on campus? I'm …

2 years ago

Economics vs. Business Economics - what's the difference?

Hello! I'm a junior in high school and I've seen both Economics and Business Economics offered as majors. I'm curious about the differences between them and which one would be better for someone who's …

2 years ago

Are early application acceptance rates higher than regular decision?

Hey everyone, I have been doing some research and found out that some colleges have different acceptance rates for early action/early decision and regular decision. Can you guys share any experiences …

2 years ago

How long does it take to get ACT test results?

Feeling a bit anxious here, but does anyone have a clue about the typical waiting period for ACT results? Just took the exam and the wait is killing me!

2 years ago

What's the reputation of HBCUs in the academic community?

Hey everyone, I've been exploring my college options and I’m really curious about Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). How are they generally viewed in terms of academic rigor and opp …

2 years ago

What level of language proficiency is expected for the Common App?

Super confused about how to rate my language proficiency on the Common App. I’ve been taking Spanish for a few years but I'm not fluent. What level should I indicate and how do they assess our profici …

2 years ago

Understanding Harvard's Essay Prompts

This might be a dumb question, but can someone explain Harvard’s essay prompts to me? Like, are there any hidden expectations or things they really want to see that aren't outright said? A breakdown w …

2 years ago

Need help understanding how to accurately convert grades to GPA.

A little stressed about applications here... My high school has a different grading system. Any advice on the best method to convert my grades into a GPA for colleges that use a 4.0 scale?

2 years ago

Digital Art as a college major—what are the prospects?

I'm pretty passionate about digital art and considering it as a major, but what are the academic and career paths like? Does anyone have insights into what studying digital art in college entails and …

2 years ago

ACT Writing Portion: How crucial is it?

Hey everyone, I've got a quick question about applying to colleges. How much does the writing portion of the ACT really matter in the admissions process? I heard some schools don't even look at it. Sh …

2 years ago

Georgetown Application Supplement

Hey guys! I'm working on my Georgetown application and I'm not quite sure how to approach the supplemental section. What type of information should I be including, and what should I highlight in order …

2 years ago

Easiest 4-year degrees to obtain with decent job prospects?

Hey, I'm currently a junior and I've started thinking about potential college majors. I would love some advice on which 4-year degrees are considered the 'easiest' to obtain while still providing dece …

2 years ago

Stanford Interview Process?

Hi friends! I've been researching about Stanford's application process and wanted to know if they conduct interviews as part of the evaluation. Do they do alumni interviews like other prestigious scho …

2 years ago

Is there a way to calculate my AP CSP score before results come out?

I just took my AP CSP exam and am trying not to freak out over my score. Does anyone know of a calculator or method to estimate what I might have scored?

2 years ago

Bowdoin College Essay Prompts

So I've got Bowdoin on my list and I'm gearing up to start my supplemental essays. Could use some advice here, guys. How did you approach the prompts? Looking for strategies to really nail these essay …

2 years ago
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