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Alright, so I've been homeschooled all my life and I'm starting to look at colleges. I'm kind of stressed about if being homeschooled puts me at a disadvantage, or do colleges like homeschooled studen …

I'm getting ready to apply to colleges and I'm curious about schools similar to American University in terms of campus vibe and academic programs, particularly in International Relations. Any recommen …

Lately, I've been feeling like I'm not quite measuring up to the college standards, and it's pretty tough to deal with. How do you all manage feelings of inadequacy or failure while in college? Lookin …

As much as University of Michigan's engineering program excites me, I'm feeling the pressure of their competitive admission rates. I'd really appreciate some recommendations for schools with comparabl …

Current junior here, I'm really into schools like Boston College because of their strong sense of community and balance between liberal arts and pre-professional programs. Can anyone recommend other s …

Kinda stressed thinking about the future here. How do admissions officers actually view gap years? I'm considering taking one to gain some real-world experience and maybe do some traveling, but will t …

I need some advice! I play on the soccer team and I'm also active in a few clubs like the debate team and the science club. If I want to make my application stand out, should I be investing more time …

This might be a basic question, but I'm genuinely curious about the purpose of research at universities. Why is it valued so much and what benefits do students gain from attending a research-focused u …

Hey everyone, I've been looking into William and Mary and I'm really drawn to its size, strong sense of community, and academic rigor. What are some other colleges that offer a similar vibe? I'm tryin …

Music is my passion and I’m scouting for colleges renowned for their music programs like Berklee. Does anyone have experiences with colleges that are focused heavily on music?

Hey guys! Can anyone share their experiences or insights about what the first day at college is like for a freshman? Just trying to visualize beyond orientation - like, what's the vibe? Are there any …

Hey everyone! I'm just a bit stressed about my standardized tests. Is it still possible to take the SAT during senior year, or will colleges not consider those scores? Any help is appreciated, thanks!

Hey, fellow applicants! I'm really interested in applying to Carnegie Mellon, but I'm not sure if they have early decision. If so, could someone please provide me with some more information about the …

As a high school junior, I'm starting to research and plan my college applications. I'm really interested in liberal arts colleges, but I'm not sure what they look for in applicants. Anyone have any i …

I've heard that Tufts has a unique blend of intellectualism and laid-back culture. For those who have visited or attended, what's the vibe like, and what other colleges share this kind of atmosphere?

Hi all, I'm currently a junior and taking pre-calculus. I'm not sure which math class I should take next year. What do you recommend I take during senior year, especially considering its relevance to …

Hey everyone, I've been hearing mixed opinions regarding how important senior year is in the college admissions process. How much do colleges look at senior year when reviewing applications? Does it v …

Hi all! I’ve heard a lot of talk about liberal arts colleges and their unique environment for learning. I'm a current high school junior and I'm considering whether I should apply to some liberal arts …

So the course registration for next year is coming up and I gotta ask, are there certain AP classes that colleges prefer or like to see on our transcripts? I've got a few in mind but I want to make su …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior considering dual enrollment next year and I'm honestly kinda stressed about how it'll look on my college apps. Do admissions officers view dual enrollment courses favorably, …