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Hey y'all. I got my college dorm assignment and roommate details just recently. What's a polite yet cool way to introduce myself to my new roommate over a text message? I'm a bit socially awkward and …

Hello all, I'm planning on applying to some colleges with rolling admissions. I'm just curious, roughly how long does it normally take to hear back from colleges if you apply under rolling admissions?

What's up, guys? I'm thinking about taking an Anatomy and Physiology course next semester. Is it really difficult, or is it manageable? And what makes it tough if it is?

Hello everyone. I've heard of folks achieving a GPA above 4.0 and it's left me wondering. How is it possible to have a GPA over 4.0? Does it require taking AP or IB courses?

Hey! So, I've been admitted into the honors program at the University of Florida (UF) and I am a little bit worried about maintaining my GPA. From your experience, how challenging is it? Thanks for th …

Hi! I've been considering applying to Kent State University, and I was curious about what campus life there is like. Can anyone provide a bit of an insight into the general atmosphere, the social scen …

Hey guys, currently exploring my college options and High Point University popped up on my list. Can anyone share some honest reviews or personal experiences about this school? Any insights about the …

Hey guys! UIUC has been on my radar. Is this a good school in terms of academics, campus life, and future job opportunities? What have you heard or experienced?

I'm not entirely happy with my current school and I’m considering transferring to a different college. However, I have no idea about the process. Is transferring colleges usually a tough process? Any …

Hello, I've been contacted by the National Collegiate Scouting Association (NCSA) regarding some potential scholarship opportunities for athletes. I'm wondering if the NCSA is legitimate and if it's w …

Been thinking about courses for my senior year. I'm considering taking Statistics but my math skills are just average. From those who've taken it, is Statistics easy to grasp?

So, I've been considering creative arts as a major and SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) popped up in my search. Can anyone vouch if SCAD is a good school in terms of education quality and car …

I’ve been researching colleges and universities and I’ve become particularly interested in Rice University. Could someone please clarify for me, is Rice University a public or a private institution?

I've been fortunate enough to have been accepted into both Princeton and Harvard, but I'm really stuck on deciding which one is better for my future. Does anyone have an opinion or experience that cou …

So I was filling out the race/ethnicity section on college applications, using my Portuguese background as part of my identity. I've been somewhat confused though, is Portuguese considered Hispanic or …

I've been getting mail from Phi Kappa Phi about joining, but I want to be sure it's a legit honor society before I commit. Can anyone shed light on this? Thanks in advance!

Hi folks! I've been exploring Northeastern's programs and have bumped into some claims suggesting it's not worth it or even a 'scam'. What's the real scoop behind this? Can anyone substantiate this cl …

Hello! I'll be starting college next fall but I'm not very sure about my choice and might consider transferring. Is it easy to transfer colleges or are there a lot of hurdles to cross? Any insights qu …

So, I'm intrigued by the business world and have been considering International Business as a major. Does this field have good prospects? Is it a wise choice as per today's global business scenario?

Hey guys, I just came across this program at Johns Hopkins called Engineering Innovation. It sounds really cool, but I was wondering if anyone has first-hand experience or good knowledge about it. Wha …