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Hey folks, I'm trying to shortlist some colleges that might be a good fit for me and I came across Kentucky State University. I've done some research but I would love to get insights from actual stude …
Guys, I’m sorting out my schedule and I’m not sure if I should take a third year of Spanish. Do colleges require only 2 years of a foreign language or should I go for the third year just to be safe?
Hey guys, I'm currently a junior at a boarding school, and I'm curious about how my experience might differ from those in day schools when it comes to college admissions. Do admissions officers view b …
I've been hearing a lot about Job Corps and how it helps people train for trades, and I'm kind of interested in that sort of career path. Are there any trade schools or vocational colleges that provid …
Hey everyone! I'm starting to get into the whole application process and I've heard a lot about interviews. Do all colleges require an interview as part of their admissions process, or is it only for …
I'm looking for schools that are known for their strong pre-med programs like Pitt, but I want a Plan B in case I don't get in. What are some universities that have a similar focus on undergraduate re …
Hey everyone! Junior here starting to look at colleges more seriously, and I'm kind of interested in the University of Oregon. I'm undecided on a major, so I was wondering if anyone could tell me what …
Is there anyone who can break down the difference between Honors and Gifted classes for me? Do colleges view them differently?
Okay, so I've looked into NHS and I know that service is a huge component. How many hours are typically needed to be eligible for National Honor Society? Is there like a standard number, or does it va …
Hey guys, so I'm a junior and lately, I've been feeling the weight of high school on my shoulders. Between keeping grades up, extracurriculars, and starting to look at colleges, I feel like it's reall …
Hey guys, I'm a junior right now and trying to plan out my schedule for senior year. I've heard different things about Honors and AP classes, but I'm still not sure – do colleges prefer one over the o …
I want to become a nurse, and I'm starting to look into colleges. What are some of the top nursing programs out there, and what makes them stand out? Any tips on what to look for during my search woul …
Hey everyone, feeling a bit stressed about the college app season looming ahead. I'm super interested in NCSU, and I'm curious if anyone has insights on unique aspects or fun facts about NC State that …
I’ve heard a bit about Fort Lewis College and I’m kind of interested! What makes Fort Lewis College stand out from other schools? Does it have any claim to fame or is it strong in any specific academi …
Kind of stressing a little bit, not gonna lie. Does anyone know how the PSAT is scored? I mean I took it and all, but I want to understand how they come up with those numbers. Also, what’s a good scor …
I was chatting with my parents about college stuff, and we got curious about the vaccine situation for COVID-19. Are most colleges now requiring students to be vaccinated against COVID when they arriv …
Hey everyone, I'm trying to get a grasp on what university life is really like beyond my home country. Has anyone experienced or researched what university is like in different countries like Australi …
Hey guys, I'm a junior starting to think about college apps, and I’ve heard about these 'consortiums of colleges'. So, I'm curious, how does attending a college that’s part of a consortium benefit me …
Does anyone have insight into particularly strong or noteworthy academic departments or majors at the University of Iowa? Trying to get a sense of their reputation academically.
I'm mapping out my high school courses and kinda stressed about fitting everything in. Do many colleges actually require a full 4 years of history on our transcripts?