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What's the Easiest College Major?

Curious about what's considered the easiest major in college? I'm still trying to figure out what I want to study, and I want to get a sense of what the easiest route might be.

9 months ago

When does UNH send acceptance letters?

Hey guys, I applied to UNH and I'm kinda anxious about when they'll send out their acceptance letters. Anybody got any clue when we can expect them?

9 months ago

When do ED1 decisions come out?

Hello! I applied Early Decision 1 (ED1) to my dream school and the anticipation is killing me! Can anyone tell me when these decisions usually come out? Is it the same for all colleges or does it vary …

9 months ago

Can someone share their successful Stanford undergrad interview experience?

Hey folks! I just got scheduled for my Stanford undergraduate interview, and I'm both excited and a bit nervous. For those of you who have gone through a successful interview, can you share your exper …

9 months ago

UVA Essays: How to Make Them Stand Out?

Hey guys, I'm currently working on my essays for the University of Virginia. Does anyone have any advice on how to make my essays unique and eye-catching? I'm willing to spend some quality time on the …

9 months ago

Advice on getting a peer letter of recommendation?

Hi! I've heard that some colleges actually appreciate receiving a letter of recommendation from a fellow student. Wondering if anyone has experience asking a peer for a letter of recommendation? What' …

9 months ago

Best AP Lit Books?

Hey there! I'm taking AP Lit this year and I'm trying to get a head start on studying. Does anyone have any recommendations for the best books to read for this class, or any solid study strategies? Th …

9 months ago

Easiest SAT test date?

I've been looking into taking the SAT, and I was wondering if anyone has noticed any patterns with specific test dates being easier than others? Obviously, every test is different, but do you think th …

9 months ago

Are A- still considered a 4.0?

I've heard conflicting information about GPA conversion for A-... are they still counted as a 4.0 on the unweighted scale, or should I expect them to be treated differently by colleges?

9 months ago

Finding STEM Internships for High Schoolers?

Hi! I'm a current sophomore and I'd love to get more hands-on experience in STEM. How can I find internships or research opportunities in my area? Are there any recommendations for websites or program …

9 months ago

Writing a compelling overcoming adversity essay

I need to write an essay about overcoming adversity for one of my college applications, and I'm still brainstorming ideas for it. What are some tips for writing this type of essay? How do I make a gen …

9 months ago

Yale DHSRI High School Investment Competition—Experiences?

Hey there! I'm interested in participating in the Yale DHSRI High School Investment Competition, but I'd like to hear from others who've done it before. Can anyone share their experience or tips on ho …

9 months ago

UCSD Average GPA Unweighted

Hello everyone! I'm super interested in applying to UCSD and I'm curious about the average unweighted GPA of admitted students. Can anyone share that information so I can see how I compare? Thank you!

9 months ago

Georgetown EA decisions release date?

Hey there, does anyone know when Georgetown usually releases their early action decisions? Can't seem to find a clear answer online. I'm really anxious, so any info would be great!

9 months ago

How to secure a Scripps high school internship?

I just found out about the Scripps High School Internship program and it sounds amazing. I'm really interested in applying, but I'm not sure where to start. Can anyone who has been through the process …

9 months ago

How to Transform Lives for the Benefit of Society?

I'm writing an essay on how education and personal development can transform lives for the benefit of society. Any tips on how to approach this topic or any personal experiences you've had that you th …

9 months ago

What makes a solid personal statement essay?

I'm starting to brainstorm ideas for my personal statement, but I'm a little overwhelmed. What are some key elements that make a personal statement essay stand out? Any tips or general ideas to help m …

9 months ago

Understanding yield rates?

Hi guys, I keep seeing the term 'yield rate' when I'm looking at colleges, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Can anyone explain its significance and how it could impact my college decision proce …

9 months ago

How does a 76 GPA on a 4.0 scale look for college admissions?

My high school uses a 4.0 scale for GPAs, and right now I have a 76 GPA. Can someone help me understand how competitive my GPA is in the college admissions process? What kind of schools should I be ai …

9 months ago

Scholarships available at ASU?

I've been considering Arizona State University as one of my options, but I'm not sure about their financial aid offers. Does anyone know what types of scholarships ASU offers for incoming freshmen? An …

9 months ago
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