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Hey everyone! I'm starting to narrow down my college list, and I'm super interested in UPenn. I've heard bits and pieces about its reputation, but could someone provide more specifics? What kind of pr …
As someone who's considering Northeastern for undergrad, I’m wondering what majors at Northeastern University are the most prominent or have the strongest reputation?
Been getting mixed messages on volunteer work and how it affects college apps. I’ve done some community service here and there, but is it actually a requirement for most colleges or just seen as an 'e …
I need to work on my public speaking skills, but my high school doesn’t offer much. Anyone know of resources or classes outside of school that helped you improve and might also impress colleges?
Hi friends! Music is a HUGE part of my life, and I'm looking for colleges that have a scene like Oberlin's Conservatory. I want to be somewhere where there’s a vibrant music community and opportunitie …
Hey everyone, I'm a bit curious about the whole National Honor Society deal. What's the usual process to become a member? Do you have to apply, or are you selected based on your grades and activities? …
Hi all! I'm a passionate artist and am considering adding more art classes to my schedule. Will colleges see this as a positive, even if I'm not planning to major in art? Just trying to present a well …
IMG Academy seems amazing for student-athletes, but it’s super expensive. Are there any more affordable, yet reputable, sports academies or high schools that focus on athlete development?
I’ve got the option to take some courses at a local community college during my senior year, but I’m trying to figure out how much it would actually help with college admissions. Does it show that I'm …
Hey team, I'm heavily involved in my Arizona high school's wrestling team, and I'm just wondering how much weight this carries in the admissions process. Does the dedication to a weight-class sport li …
Hey everyone, I've seen some references to the National Art Honor Society around the art department at school, but I'm not too clear on what it is. Could someone explain what NAHS is and why it might …
Hi friends, I'm considering taking health class online to free up my schedule for other electives at school. Does anyone know if colleges care whether health credits come from an online course vs. in- …
I'm a junior and have been seriously involved with music throughout high school. Will continuing my music in college and mentioning it in my med school apps be beneficial? Is there any specific aspect …
So I'm thinking about majoring in hospitality management and my school offers culinary classes. Would taking these help demonstrate my interest in the field on my college apps, or should I focus on mo …
I've been looking into classes for next year and PLTW caught my eye. Does anyone know if Project Lead The Way courses are recognized as honors classes on high school transcripts?
I've got some room in my senior year schedule and I'm looking at this intro to business class. For those who took it and are now in business programs, did you find it helpful or should I pick somethin …
So I've always been interested in the arts, and I'm trying to figure out if taking fine arts classes in high school will make any difference to colleges. Do admissions officers care about fine arts, o …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and starting to think about my applications more seriously. I've seen a lot of colleges value the National Honor Society (NHS). Could anyone tell me exactly what the requirement …
At my school, we're required to take health education, but I'm wondering how colleges view this class. Is it beneficial to take more advanced health classes in high school if I'm interested in a healt …
Bellarmine University caught my eye, but I'm trying to figure out what they're most proud of - is it their academic programs, campus life, or something else? Would love to hear from anyone in the know …