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I am a junior in high school, and I have begun researching colleges. I hear different opinions on this, so I wanted to ask: What’s the ideal number of colleges you should apply to?
Hi, I'm a high school student and I was wondering when the best time is to apply for college? Is there a specific timeline that I should be following? And what are the different application deadlines …
Sup y'all! I'm a high school junior and really passionate about web design. Can anyone recommend some colleges that have strong programs in web design or a related field? I'd love to know what schools …
I'm a junior, and the idea of going to college is becoming more real, but also kind of terrifying. Any advice on how to calm my nerves and prepare for this next chapter in life? How did you all overco …
Hi! I'm a high school junior interested in media production and journalism. Can anyone recommend some colleges with good media programs? I'm looking to learn about various media platforms, both digita …
I'm considering applying to colleges with urban campuses. What are some pros and cons of attending an urban campus college? Any experiences or suggestions will be helpful!
I've made a list of schools I'm interested in, and it's kinda long. At what point is applying to too many colleges considered excessive? I want to make sure I'm being reasonable with my choices.
Is anyone else experiencing issues with the College Board not sending email notifications? I've been waiting for updates on my SAT scores, but I haven't received any emails. Is there a way to fix this …
Hey guys, I have dyscalculia and I'm in the process of looking at colleges. I want to ensure I get the necessary academic accommodations. Do you know any colleges that are particularly good with provi …
Hey, guys! I absolutely love physics and want to major in it in college. Can anyone help me figure out which are the top colleges for physics in the US? Your suggestions and experiences will be super …
Hey folks! I'm looking to apply to some colleges here in the US with the lowest tuition rates. Can anyone provide a list or some suggestions for affordable schools? I really appreciate the help!
Hey guys, I'm starting to think about my college applications and realized I need to put together a solid resume. Any suggestions on what to include or how to make myself stand out? What kind of forma …
Hi, I'm a high school junior interested in studying kinesiology in California. What are some colleges with strong kinesiology programs in the state? Any advice on choosing a kinesiology-focused school …
I'm working on my college apps, and I noticed some ask for 3 words to describe myself. Which words do you think would be impactful and memorable for admissions officers?
Hey fellow juniors, I've been researching college essay writing tips, and I came across the 'Why Us' essay. I'm struggling to figure out what to write for this type of essay. Can anyone share some adv …
I've heard of people failing out of college and then going back later to finish their degree. What is the process like, and how do you make sure you're successful when you return?
Hi, I've seen parchment.com as a resource to check my chances of getting into certain colleges. Has anyone used it? How reliable is it, and is it worth using?
Hey everyone! I'm starting to work on my college application essays and feeling a bit overwhelmed. What strategies are you using to tackle this? Any tips or suggestions on how to come up with an engag …
How do I get colleges to send me information about their programs? Should I sign up for their mailing lists or is there another way to go about it?
I've been looking into colleges and I'm really interested in attending school in Washington, DC. Can anyone recommend some good colleges in the DC area that have solid undergraduate programs?