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Hey guys! I'm mapping out my high school plan and feeling a little overwhelmed. What's the ideal number of classes to take each year to appear well-rounded for college apps? I want to make sure I'm on …

Hey guys, I'm a junior now and contemplating whether joining the National Honor Society would really be significant for my college apps. Does it have that much of an impact, or should I just focus on …

Hey everyone, I've been looking into NYU and I'm trying to figure out what the hype is all about. What programs or aspects really make NYU special compared to other urban universities?

Hey everyone, I’m a junior deeply interested in engineering, and I’ve heard Purdue has a fantastic program. I’m trying to expand my list of prospective colleges—can anyone suggest similar schools that …

Hey folks, I've been grappling with a big decision and could use some advice. I'm not entirely convinced that the traditional university path is right for me. Academically, I'm doing alright, but the …

Hey everyone! Working on my college essay and I’m conflicted: should my essay topic be connected to my intended major, or is it okay to talk about something totally different? Opinion?

So I’m a junior right now and considering transferring to a private school. For those who have experiences in both, how do private schools differ in terms of academics, extracurriculars, and overall v …

With so much competition, I'm starting to worry about the requirements for getting into a four-year college. Can someone shed light on what the typical entrance requirements are and if they've been ge …

Struggling to decide which Common App prompt I should tackle. Does anyone have tips or strategies on how to pick the one that's best for me? What should I consider when making my choice?

Hey folks, I'm trying to figure out my schedule for senior year and I’m kind of stuck. I want to make sure I’m well-prepared for college-level math. So, what math classes did you all take in high scho …

Hey everyone, I’m really interested in getting involved in research as an undergrad and I was looking at Saint Anselm College. Does anyone know if they have good research opportunities for students, e …

Hi peeps! I'm super passionate about pursuing art, and I'm considering going to art school. However, I'm a bit anxious because I hear a lot about how tough the industry is. For anyone who’s been throu …

I've taken a mix of honors and AP classes during my time in high school. Do colleges see these as equivalent in terms of rigor, or do they prefer AP classes? Just want to make sure my schedule is comp …

Northeastern's co-op program is super appealing to me because I'm looking to gain real-world experience before I graduate. Are there other colleges with co-op or strong internship programs that integr …

Ok, so I’ve been looking into UVA and I'm really into the whole idea of a strong community, amazing school spirit, and a balance between academics and social life. I'm trying to find more schools that …

So, I came across Curry College in my search and was wondering if there's anything academically that they're known for. Can anyone tell me about their strong suits or notable programs? Any insight wou …

Feeling a bit stressed after getting my PSAT results back. I got a 1010 and I'm starting to wonder if it's good enough to qualify for any scholarships, especially the National Merit ones I've heard ab …

I've been hearing a bit about Earlham College and am interested in learning more. Does anyone here know what makes Earlham special, or if they have any particular programs that they’re praised for? Th …

I want to be a healthcare professional and I heard that being certified in CPR is a good thing for college apps. Anyone know where I can find free CPR classes that are credible and count for something …

I'm no Picasso but I'm thinking of taking art next year. Is it worth it to try something new like this, even if I’m not going into an art-related field? Could this be a fun way to show I'm well-rounde …