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Hey everyone, I'm wondering if colleges will look at my first quarter senior year grades when considering my Early Action application? I know deadlines vary, but could these grades make a difference i …
Hey everyone! I'm working on my college essay, and I'm stuck with the introduction. Can anyone share some examples or suggestions on how to start a college essay? I'm really trying to make a good firs …
I'm in middle school and super interested in getting into one of the specialized high schools in New York. Any tips on preparing for the entrance exam and increasing my chances of getting into one of …
Hey everyone! I've been thinking about going into medicine lately, and I'm wondering what classes I should take in high school to prepare for med school. Can anyone give me some advice on which course …
Hey everyone, I was just wondering what you would consider a 'good' GPA score for someone applying to college? I'm just trying to assess where I stand. Thanks for any insights!
Hello everyone! I'm planning on applying early action to the University of Michigan, and I was wondering if anyone knows what their EA acceptance rate is? Any insight would be greatly appreciated!
Hey all! I've been looking into Emory for pre-med and heard amazing things about it, but I'm having trouble finding solid information on their pre-med acceptance rate. Does anyone know what the accept …
Hey all, I'm trying to plan my path to med school, and need some advice on which undergraduate degrees are most beneficial for pre-med students. Looking for suggestions on majors and how they have hel …
What up fam! I'm a junior living in Illinois and I'm trying to get a sense of which schools are popular or well-regarded around here. Anyone got suggestions or a list of the top schools in Illinois?
I'm getting ready to apply for college, and I've heard the Common Application makes the whole process a bit easier. Can anyone provide me with a list of colleges that accept the Common App? Or direct …
Hey everyone! I am really interested in finding some extracurricular programs in New York focused on academics or leadership. Any suggestions on how to search for and apply to these programs?
I'm starting to work on my UC application essays, and I've noticed there are 8 prompts to choose from. How should I approach selecting which prompts to respond to? Should I focus on ones that highligh …
I know I want to pursue medicine in the future, so I'm researching colleges with strong pre-med programs. Can anybody recommend some schools with the best medical programs for undergrads? Thanks in ad …
Hello fellow applicants, I've been researching the pre-med program at the University of Rochester and I'd like to hear about your experiences or thoughts on it. Are there any unique things about their …
So, I'm trying to decide which courses to take next year, and I've been hearing a lot about AP and IB classes. Can someone help me understand the differences between them? Are there any advantages to …
I've been considering University of Florida for my pre-med track. Any current or former students who can share their experiences with the program, specifically in terms of research and internship oppo …
Hey everyone, I'm considering UCLA for pre-med, and I'd really appreciate some insight from those who have gone through the program or know about it. Is it a good choice if my goal is to get into medi …
Hey friends, I'm considering attending Long Beach Polytechnic High School next year and would like to hear some opinions and reviews about the school. Can anyone provide insights on the academics, ext …
Hey, I've heard some people say that having a few Bs during high school is terrible for college admissions. Is it really that bad or does everyone freak out too much about it? Can I still get into a g …
Hey everyone! I was wondering if trigonometry is a required course to take in high school? I'm trying to plan out my math classes, and I just want to make sure I'm not missing any crucial requirements …