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Just got my GPA converted through the College Board's system, and honestly, it's a bit confusing. How does this scale compare to my high school's, and why is it important for college applications?
Just got a D2 offer for athletics and I'm excited but also a bit lost. What should be my next steps? Should I expect a very different college experience from D1?
Yo, I'm eyeing a BS/MD program cause I know I wanna be a doctor, but finding a complete list of these programs is a pain. Has anyone found a good list or resource that's up to date?
Feeling super uncertain about what to major in. Is it worth taking one of those ‘career major quizzes’ I keep seeing, or are they just for fun? If they are helpful, could you guys recommend any good o …
I just got my letter, and I’ve been deferred from Harvard. Feeling pretty bummed about it, but what are my next steps? Should I send additional materials or reach out to the admissions office?
Does anyone have information on how much of a difference being a legacy applicant can make for Cornell admissions? Trying to set realistic expectations.
I've been looking into dual enrollment to get a head start on college credits. Does anyone know which colleges are known for strong dual enrollment programs, especially with good credit transfer polic …
Hey everyone! I'm really interested in gaining work experience while I study. Does anyone have recommendations for colleges with solid co-op programs? I'd love to hear about personal experiences if yo …
Hey friends! I’m stressing because I want to make sure I’m challenging myself with advanced classes in my senior year. How do you decide which advanced classes to take, and how many is too many? Don't …
Just came across the PPSP program at CWRU and it seems like a dream come true! Does anyone have experience with the application process for this program? What should I focus on to strengthen my applic …
Currently drafting my Brown University essays and I'm a bit stuck. What have past applicants done to impress? I'm particularly interested in the 'Why Brown?' essay, so any pointers would be amazing!
Nervous about picking a major that's too challenging for me. Does anyone have advice on how to find out degree difficulty before I decide?
Hi folks! I'm in the process of polishing my college essays and I'm on a tight budget. Does anyone know places where I can get reliable feedback on my essays for free? I want to make sure they're as s …
Currently a junior and stressing a bit—do colleges look at our quarter grades during high school, or are they more interested in semester and final grades?
Hey everyone, I'm getting a bit anxious about the whole UC application process. As a junior, I’ve been working hard to maintain a strong GPA, but I'm not entirely sure which one UCs prioritize. Do UCs …
So, what if you did poorly on an AP test – is retaking it an option? I want to improve my score because I think I can do better than I did the first time. Would a better score even matter to colleges …
In a bit of a dilemma here as a high school junior — with limited time, which clubs would be the best to join that can both interest me and enhance my college applications?
I'm super interested in the brain and behavior, and I'm trying to decide between majoring in neuroscience and psychology. What are the core differences in what you study and research opportunities? Al …
I’m starting to look into scholarship essays and the Cornelius Vanderbilt one feels massive. Can anyone give tips on how they tackled this essay?
Columbia's essays seem super intense. Anyone have tips on how to tackle them, especially the 'Why Columbia' prompt? Really want to make my application stand out!