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So, I'm at the point where I have to choose a foreign language to study and I'm torn. Does it make a difference to colleges which language I pick? Are there languages that might look better or be more …

Okay, so I'm prepping for the ACT, and math's not exactly my strongest suit. Do I need to memorize a ton of formulas, or are there just some key ones that I should know? If anyone's got like a cheatsh …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior interested in going to med school but I'm also a bit intimidated by some of the tough science majors. What would be the easiest major to take as a pre-med that would still fu …

Hey, so I’m an international student and I’m hearing a lot about the CSS Profile. Do I need to fill it out as well, or is it just for US residents? What’s the deal with financial aid for international …

With junior year grades coming in hot, I need to update my GPA for college apps. Does anyone know a good online GPA calculator that follows the 4-point scale and accounts for honors and AP classes?

I’ve been wanting to increase my extracurricular activities and I think volunteering could be a great way to do that. What are the best types of places to look into where I can make a real impact and …

Hey, I'm super interested in pursuing physical therapy as a career. Can anyone recommend a Historically Black College or University that has a solid pre-physical therapy program? How are the resources …

Hey folks, I’ve been looking into summer programs and came across the Yale Young Global Scholars. Heard it's prestigious, but can anyone tell me about their personal experiences or benefits from parti …

OK, so I'm getting a little anxious thinking about college apps and I wanna show colleges I'm serious about engineering. Anyone know some good free engineering programs or internships for high school …

Hey everyone! I've got an upcoming assignment to write an argumentative essay and I want to choose a really unique and creative topic that could stand out. Does anyone have any suggestions or a list o …

I'm torn between choosing a major, and I'm leaning towards economics because I enjoy the subject. I'm just not sure what kind of jobs are available for an econ degree holder, nor do I have any idea ab …

For those who have written a diversity college essay, how did you approach it to truly stand out? I’m freaking out cause I want to show my unique perspective but I’m not sure what colleges look for in …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior starting to look at UVA's application, and I'm grappling with how to approach their supplemental essays. Would love to hear any tips about what they might be looking for, ho …

Hey everyone, I’m a junior stressed about making my application stand out. I’ve heard that essay writing contests can add some sparkle to the extracurricular section. Does winning or participating in …

Social work is where my heart is, and I'm setting my sights on an HBCU for grad school. Can anyone tell me which HBCUs offer a Master of Social Work program? Any insights into program quality would be …

The Common App essay is giving me a headache... there are so many prompts to choose from! Can you guys share some tips or strategies on picking the right essay prompt for the Common App? I'm strugglin …

Can someone break down the FERPA waiver for me? I’m not 100% clear on what it means when I waive my rights. How does it affect my application, and will colleges view it negatively if I don’t waive it?

Hey guys, I've been looking at colleges and considering both HBCUs and PWIs. Do you think colleges (especially HBCUs) take notice of a recent increase or decrease in enrollment trends when they make a …

So I'm a junior and also an aspiring college football player. I've been thinking about attending an HBCU football camp in 2023 to up my recruiting game. Has anyone here attended one before and can sha …

Hi guys! Quick Q: Does BU track or take into account your demonstrated interest (like campus tours, reaching out to admissions, etc.) when they look at your application? Trying to figure out if this i …