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Hi everyone! I've been researching colleges and I've noticed that some of them track demonstrated interest. How important is this factor in the admissions process? Should I be visiting campuses, atten …
As I'm working on my college list, I am considering applying early decision to some schools. I am unsure of how many early decision applications I can actually submit, and what the rules and guideline …
I work part-time to help support my family, so I don't have as much free time for extracurricular activities. Do Ivy League admissions officers take this into account, or will my lack of involvement i …
Hi all, I'm considering applying to Yale University, and I'm curious if it's considered a research university. I would like to know if there are plenty of research opportunities for undergraduate stud …
Hi all, I'm a junior thinking about who I should ask for recommendation letters for my college applications. When should I ask my teachers for these letters, and what's the best way to approach them? …
Hey everyone, does anyone know if Ivy League universities interview every single applicant or just certain candidates? If they don't interview everyone, how do they decide who is offered an interview? …
Hey there, I scored a 1400 on my SAT and I'm wondering if it's good enough for me to have a realistic chance at getting into Ivy League schools. Should I retake the test to get a higher score, or is m …
Hey guys! I'm thinking about applying to Ivy League schools for engineering, but I haven't had the chance to do any research yet. How important is research experience in the admissions process for the …
Hi everyone! As a current junior, I'm in the process of researching different schools for my application list. There's just so much information out there, and I'm not sure how to sift through it all. …
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I recently took the SAT for the first time. My score was a bit lower than I had hoped for, and I'm worried it might affect my chances of getting into my dream college. Shoul …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior interested in majoring in computer science. What extracurricular activities would make a strong impression on admissions officers for a computer science major? Thanks in adva …
Hey guys! I'm researching the University of Southern California (USC) and wanted to find out if it's considered a research university. If so, what kind of undergraduate research opportunities are avai …
As a prospective engineering student, I'm interested in Purdue University. However, I also want to be involved in undergraduate research. Can someone tell me if Purdue is a research university and wha …
Hello everyone, I've been going through various college rankings, and I keep encountering 'tier 1 research universities.' I'm not exactly sure what that means or how it differs from other classificati …
Hi all! I'm a junior, and I'm struggling to find colleges that seem like a good fit for me. What are some factors I should consider when looking for a college? Are there any resources that can help me …
Hi everyone, I'm working on my college essay and I'm wondering how much colleges care about grammar and punctuation. Should I be really strict about it, or can I be a little more casual? Thanks for yo …
I hold a few leadership positions in my high school extracurricular activities, but I'm worried that it won't be enough for the Ivy League. How much weight is given to leadership experience when evalu …
Hi folks! As I continue my college search, I've noticed that some universities are referred to as 'public research universities'. Could someone clarify what that means? Is there a significant differen …
Hi, I was curious about the average salary for someone who works as a researcher at a university. I'm considering pursuing a research career in the future and would love a better understanding of the …
I'm considering applying to Ivy League colleges for a STEM major, and I'm unsure if I should focus on seeking research opportunities or internships in my field. Which would be more impressive on my ap …