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Hi all, I'm a high school junior and I've been volunteering at a local food bank for the past couple of years. I'm not sure if I have enough community service hours under my belt to impress colleges. …

Hi all, I'm currently researching colleges for application season, and I've come across the terms 'private research university' and 'public research university.' I'm having a hard time understanding t …

Hi guys! I'm a junior and I've heard that including a 'Why this college?' essay can be helpful in the application process. Is this something I should definitely include, or is it only necessary for ce …

Hey all, when conducting my college search, I've come across Tufts University. I'd like to know if it's considered a research university, and if so, what kind of research opportunities are available, …

Hey all! So, I’m planning on applying to a few Ivy League schools, but I'm having a hard time figuring out which one might be the best fit for me. Any advice or recommendations on how to narrow down m …

Hi everyone, I've been interested in Yale University and was wondering if it's considered a research university. If it is, what kind of research opportunities are available for undergrads, particularl …

Hi everyone! I'm trying to make a plan for my college applications, but I'm a bit confused about the differences between Early Action and Regular Decision. Can anyone help me better understand them?

Hi everyone! I received a 1520 on my SAT and I'm considering applying to a few Ivy League schools. I'm curious if this score is good enough to be competitive for these prestigious institutions. I'd ap …

Hey guys, I'm considering getting a part-time job next school year and I'm curious if it would be a positive addition to my college application. Do college admissions officers value work experience? T …

Sup everyone! I've heard the term 'private research university' thrown around a lot, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Could someone explain what a private research university is and how it diff …

I'm planning on applying early decision to one of my top-choice schools, but I'm not sure when I should expect to hear back from them. Is there a general timeline for when early decision notifications …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm not sure what I want to major in when I go to college. Is it okay to apply as undecided, or should I choose a major before applying? How can I explore my interest …

Hey guys, I'm considering applying Early Decision to my dream school, but I'm worried about what might happen if I change my mind or don't get enough financial aid. What are the consequences, if any, …

Hey guys, I'm considering applying to a school through their Early Decision II process, but I'm wondering if it's still binding like the first Early Decision cycle. Can someone confirm this for me? Th …

I'm currently a junior and am completely unsure about what I want to major in. I have a wide variety of interests, but I haven't been able to narrow it down to one or two specific fields. What factors …

Hi everyone, I'm in 11th grade and I recently saw another post where someone was saying that they considered their traveling experiences as an extracurricular. Is that possible? And if so, how do you …

Hello! I'm an international student planning to apply to Ivy League schools. I'm feeling a bit stressed about my prospects since I know the competition is intense. Are there any specific tips or strat …

I've heard that Early Decision is binding, but does that mean it's legally binding? If I were to apply ED and get accepted but later realize that I can't attend due to financial or personal reasons, w …

Hello, I'm a junior in high school and about to take several AP exams. How important are AP scores to Ivy League schools when it comes to the admissions process? I'm worried that my scores might not b …

Hi everyone! I've been looking into the Questbridge program, and I'm confused about how it connects with Early Decision applications. Is it binding like the Early Decision process? Thanks for any info …