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Extracurriculars - is there such thing as "too much?"

Do colleges ever see that maybe you're doing a little too much outside of school? For my senior year, I am in the highest string chamber orchestra, the highest string orchestra, an Editor-in-Chief on …

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2 years ago
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How do I profile for potential acceptance to selective schools?

Right now, my resume is as follows:

3.12 unweighted GPA

33 ACT

Member of Student Council, National Spanish Honors Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and FCCLA, with National Honors Society being added soon

Sophomor …

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2 years ago
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What is the most important factor when choosing a college?

I am currently a sophomore in high school, and as such, I am starting to think about building a college list. What are the most important factors to consider when looking at colleges? When looking for …

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2 years ago
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Extra curricular‘s junior year

I am currently a junior in high school and college is slowly creeping into my mind and I don’t have any extracurriculars. I have never done a sport nor played any instrument. I’m in many clubs and I c …

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2 years ago
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Trans-friendly schools

Hi, I was just wondering if anyone had any suggestions of colleges that have good reputation in dealing with trans students (especially in terms of things like housing). I'd prefer a liberal arts coll …

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2 years ago
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Do I have a chance at acceptance?

I am a senior from Georgia and am aiming for The University of Georgia. Should I apply if I have this educational background?

~GPA- 3.9/3.95

~class rank- 29/214

~6 AP and 4 Honors by the time I graduate.

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2 years ago
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I need help narrowing down my list ASAP

I have the following schools on my list;

Penn State University

Fordham University

University Of Washington

University of Pittsburg

George Washington University

University of Rochester

New York University

UC S …

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2 years ago
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Scholarships for International Students

Hi, I'm a student in the UK and am interested in studying in the US. A major worry is the cost of studying in the US. I would like to know which top colleges (ivies, t20s e.c.t) give the most financia …

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2 years ago
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Happiest Schools?

I want to know, preferably from current college students, what schools have the happiest student body. I know this question is subjective, but to you specifically, which schools give off a good vibe a …

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2 years ago
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Changing Majors

Hi,

Does anyone know any schools where it's HARD to change majors? Like major change requests are not often accepted, there's a lengthy process, etc. I'm undecided right now, so if there are any colleg …

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2 years ago
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Colleges for Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Hey all,

So I recently decided that I wanted to major in aerospace engineering after being torn between a few career paths, and I also know that I want to have some sort of graduate-level education (pr …

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2 years ago
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Schools for Activist/explorer?

Urban campus only

Liberal arts

Global/international studies

Linguistics

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2 years ago
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Good stats but underwhelming ECs?

Hi all,

Rising senior here -

Not exactly sure where I should 'aim' for, and if the Ivy League (+ LACs with similar acceptance rates) is even within my playing field. I hope this doesn't count as a Chanc …

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2 years ago
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What are some colleges I should look into if I want to study meteorology?

I am looking for a school with solid meteorology program, particularly one that will lead me to broadcasting on television. I have a 31 on my ACT and a 3.8 GPA with average extracurriculars. I'd prefe …

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2 years ago
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do I have a chance at acceptance?

I am a senior from Georgia and am aiming for The University of Georgia. Should I apply if I have this educational background?

~GPA- 3.9/3.95

~class rank- 29/214

~6 AP and 4 Honors by the time I graduate.

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2 years ago
Poll

Best school for EDII

I am an international student looking for almost full financial aid. I am applying for EDI at Dartmouth.

I like really NYU and Haverford college and am unable to decide between the two. I intend to ma …

 
New York University
55%
 
Haverford college
22%
 
Other(please specify)
22%
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2 years ago
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What colleges and Universities can I get in to with a gpa of 2.771

Hi I am a senior in High school with a GPA of 2.771. Will I be able to raise my GPA up to a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and If not what colleges should I be looking at with my GPA?

My ACT Composite score is 16 …

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2 years ago
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Safety/target schools in the US for undergrad chemistry?

Sophomore

Wants to study at an Ivy League School

Loves chemistry and wants to work in that field

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2 years ago
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What are some target and safety schools for a degree in public health or health-related major?

I am a rising senior from Richmond, TX-I'm having trouble picking some good target and safety schools (have a 4.46 weighted GPA; 1480 SAT; with some leadership in classes; black and Muslim); I wanted …

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2 years ago
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co-ed vs. single sex

I’ve been looking only at co-ed schools so far, but I’m beginning to reconsider all women’s colleges. Any thoughts, pros and cons, or advice on the matter would be great. Thanks!

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