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I'm really impressed by Berea College's work-study model and was wondering if there are other colleges with a similar approach to work and study combined?

Hey everyone, I’m keen on Appalachian State because of their connection to the outdoors and their environmental programs. Could you suggest other colleges that have a similar vibe and are strong in th …

Guys, I'm passionate about the health field and considering nursing, but I also want to explore similar fields before I decide. What other college degrees should I be looking at that are comparable to …

What's up, folks? I'm all about that 'Learn by Doing' philosophy at Cal Poly SLO, and its strength in STEM. Do any of you know schools with a similar hands-on approach to learning, especially in the S …

Hey everyone! So I'm gonna be a freshman next year, and I'm already stressing about extracurriculars for college apps. How many clubs should I ideally join to make my application stand out? And should …

I'm a tad stressed about keeping my GPA up for financial aid purposes. Does anyone know what GPA I’d need to maintain to ensure I don't lose my FAFSA loans? Also, is this different for private scholar …

Hello everyone! I'm an English student planning to apply to the University of Central Florida. I'm trying to figure out what GPA UCF requires from international students, and specifically how they con …

As I'm prepping my application, I can't help wondering about the GPA that the University of Maryland expects from its incoming freshmen. Does anyone know what the average GPA is for recently admitted …

Ok, so I'm a little bit stressed because I'm not a recruited athlete or anything, but I've been involved in a few sports at school. I'm curious about whether some sports are more appealing to colleges …

UIUC is one of my top choices and I'm working on my application. It'd be super helpful to know what the typical admitted student looks like. Do they focus heavily on GPA? Are certain extracurriculars …

Georgetown is one of my dream schools because of their strong international relations program. For those who got in or know about the admissions process, what kind of GPA were you aiming for? I’m tryi …

The mix of being in a big city while still having a close community like at Fordham University is ideal for me. Are there any other colleges or universities that offer a similar experience?

The film program at USC is legendary, and it's a huge draw for me, but I've got to have a Plan B. Any ideas on what other schools have similar strengths in film and media that also provide solid conne …

Hey everyone, I’m a junior deeply passionate about the arts and dreaming of getting into Juilliard. I’m acing all my music classes but struggling a bit with some academic subjects. Can someone give me …

In the midst of all this admissions stress, I'm trying to set realistic expectations for myself. What GPA do I need to be competitive for UNC Chapel Hill? Is it one of those schools where only 4.0s st …

Yo, so I've been eyeing Villanova because of their awesome programs, but my GPA has been a bit of a rollercoaster. Do Villanova have a GPA cut-off, or is it more about the overall application package?

Hey everyone! I've been pursuing a bunch of hobbies throughout high school, from coding to community theater, and I'm wondering if there are certain hobbies that make a stronger impression on college …

Hey fellow applicants, just trying to gauge my chances for the University of South Florida (USF). Could anyone share what the accepted student profile looks like? Specifically, what kind of GPA, test …

Hello fellow students, I'm a bit anxious about my GPA as I start to consider my college options. Can someone tell me what GPA you need to be competitive for admission to the University of Tennessee, K …

Hey everyone, I'm starting to look at schools, and Georgia College & State University (GCSU) caught my eye. For those who got in, could you share your stats (GPA, ACT/SAT) and what extracurriculars yo …