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Hello, I'm new to the whole college application process and I've been reading a lot about Early Decision. Can someone walk me through the process of applying for early decision? Like what steps I need …
Hey everyone! I've been looking into Emory and I really like the vibe, but I want to keep my options open. Can anyone suggest some colleges that have a similar feel or reputation to Emory, especially …
I'm into the liberal arts scene and Wesleyan has caught my eye with their creative and open academic environment. Are there any lesser-known liberal arts colleges that match Wesleyan's progressive and …
I'm a high school junior, and I've recently improved a lot in my sport. Is it too late for me to be recruited by colleges? What steps do I need to take in order to get noticed?
Okay, so beyond all the brochures and tours, what's college social life actually like? Is it all parties and staying up late, or is there more to it? I'm curious because I've always been someone who l …
Looking for colleges that have the same political and international vibe as GWU. I'm super into politics and want to be in a city where there's lots of that going on. Schools with great internships op …
Hi! I'm a junior and I've been reading about liberal arts colleges, but I'm a bit confused about what subjects they teach. Can someone give me a brief overview of what I can expect to study at a liber …
Hey guys, I'm currently a junior and I've been thinking about pursuing track at the collegiate level. Is it possible to get recruited during my senior year? What steps should I take now to prepare and …
Hey guys, I'm a junior and just starting to look at colleges. I know early decision can sometimes give you an edge during the admissions process, but does anyone know if it's allowed to apply to multi …
Hey everyone! I'm going to be applying to college in the fall, and I was wondering if it's possible to apply to a school through early decision and then apply to other schools via regular decision if …
Hello! As I've started drafting my college essays, I've been wondering about the descriptors I should use. Are there specific adjectives that admissions officers like to see that could make my applica …
Feeling a bit anxious here. I didn't do so hot during my freshman year, but I've been improving ever since. Do colleges consider how much you improve, or do they just look at your overall GPA? How can …
I'm drawn to the strong community and school spirit at Notre Dame. What are some other colleges that offer that tight-knit feeling and a similar sense of tradition and academics?
I’m really into the close-knit and community-focused atmosphere of Colgate University. Are there other liberal arts colleges that offer a similar setting and rigorous academics?
Hey everyone! I'm a junior right now, and I'm slightly confused about something. When we talk about college graduation years, like for freshmen currently, what year are we assuming they graduate? Is t …
Hi everyone! I'm curious about how senior year grades impact our overall GPA. Do colleges give equal weight to senior year grades, or do they focus more on grades from the first three years of high sc …
So, my cumulative GPA up to junior year isn't exactly where I'd like it to be. I really want to improve it during my senior year to give myself a better chance at getting into a good college. What str …
As I create my college list, I’m trying to find schools that have a strong emphasis on the arts and humanities, and that provide an empowering environment like Barnard. Suggestions?
Hello! As someone passionate about American history, specifically the Civil War era, I am drawn to Gettysburg College for obvious reasons. I’m just wondering, are there other colleges out there known …
With some of my college options offering online courses or degrees, I'm trying to understand how online college experiences stack up against traditional on-campus life. Could anyone who's been through …