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I've seen some mentions online about 'the box' in Rice's application, can anyone explain what that is? It sounds a bit intimidating, and I'm a bit unsure on what they want...any insight would be hugel …

Hi guys, I'm a rising junior thinking about applying to Rice University. I've been playing the violin for a while now and I am really interested in learning about the opportunities for non-music major …

I'm thinking of visiting Rice University's campus to get a better sense of the environment. What are some must-see spots? How can I get the most out of my visit?

I am slightly lost on what SAT schools are and how they relate to college admissions. Can someone please explain it to me?

I'm lucky to have been accepted into both Saint Joseph's and LaSalle but now I'm torn. Can anyone shed some light on the main differences between the two? This is stressing me out because I don’t want …

I'm considering applying Early Action to Rutgers but wanted to know how their EA acceptance rate compares to the Regular Decision round. Is it significantly higher or about the same? Any insight would …

I'm contemplating a career in nursing. Are there any tips for ranking nursing schools during the application process? How does it differ from regular college rankings?

Hey! I'm super into robotics and was wondering if anyone could suggest some colleges that have strong programs for robotics? Anywhere in the United States will do, just want to start exploring my opti …

I've read that Stanford has quite a selective admissions process, so I was wondering if anyone has any tips on how to navigate getting the best recommendation letters. Are there specific things that t …

So I'm planning to apply to Purdue for the next fall semester. I want to know more about their early action program. Can someone elaborate on this process? Appreciate your help, thanks!

Hey there, I applied to Purdue via regular decision and I'm anxiously waiting for the results. I can't seem to find the specific date they'll release the decisions. Can someone enlighten me?

So, uh, I might've missed something crucial here. But does anyone know when Purdue's early decision date is? I can't seem to find concrete info on their website, any help would be appreciated.

I applied to Purdue a while ago and I'm sorta stressing out about the decision date. I remember they mentioned that decisions for 2025 will be out soon, but does anyone know the exact date?

Hey gang, I've been thinking about universities in Washington DC for my undergrad studies. DC seems to be a vibrant and politically active area, which appeals to me. Do you guys know any good public u …

I've heard Purdue University offers merit scholarships. Could anyone enlighten me about them? Are there specific GPA or extracurricular requirements? Where can I find more information about these scho …

Hello everyone. As a high school rising junior, I've been considering the military as a post-graduation option. I'd love to have a understanding of how challenging the training for each branch is. Any …

I'm a rising junior and have been thinking about potentially enlisting in the military post-grad. I know training is going to be a big part of that, but just how hard is training in the US military? A …

Hey all, been mulling over enlisting after high school rather than college. In light of this, I'm looking to understand which military branches would be the most physically and mentally challenging to …

Hello folks, junior over here deliberating my options post high school and I'm leaning towards a military career. I want to be ready for the challenge ahead. In your opinion, or based on your experien …

Hey folks! I'm a high school junior working on my plan for the future. I've been learning about different military academies, but can you share which ones are particularly hard to get admitted into? W …