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Hey everyone, I'm looking into pre-med programs and have heard good things about UVA. Does anyone know what their pre-med ranking is, and how they compare to other top universities for pre-med student …

Hey everyone! I'm starting my junior year and want to set some goals for myself. I'm looking for suggestions on academic, extracurricular, and personal objectives that are crucial during junior year. …

Hello! I've been hearing about the 'Letter of Continued Interest' for med schools, but I'm not exactly sure what it is or how it works. Can someone explain the purpose of sending one and when it is ap …

So, what exactly does a college academic advisor do? From choosing classes to helping plan your academic path, how should I make the most of my relationship with my academic advisor?

Hi all, I have a disability and I'm starting to look into colleges. I want to make sure I choose a school that is accommodating and supportive of my needs. What should I consider when searching for co …

Hey guys, I'm having a hard time deciding between UCLA and USC. I know both are great schools, but how do their overall rankings compare? Are there any significant differences in terms of reputation, …

Hey everyone, so I applied to Lehigh University and I can't help but feel a little anxious waiting for a decision. Does somebody know when they usually announce their decision notifications? Any info …

Hello everyone! I'm just trying to stay on top of the college application process. Does anyone know when decision dates for the class of 2028 are generally released? I know it can vary by school, but …

So, my school provides exact class rank on our transcripts. I've heard some colleges prefer that, but others not so much. Can anyone clarify how colleges generally view exact class rank reporting? Che …

I'm a junior in high school who's interested in pursuing a career in mechanical engineering. Can anyone recommend some of the top schools for this field? What factors should I take into account when s …

Hi everyone! I applied to American University under the Early Decision plan, and I'm really eager to hear back. Can someone please tell me when they usually release their ED decisions? Thanks in advan …

I'm just starting my junior year and I want to set some solid goals for myself. What kind of academic, extracurricular, or personal goals have you guys set for yourselves? I wanna make the most out of …

Hey, I'm a junior and trying to finalize my college list. I'm planning on pre-med, and I'm curious about the best pre-med schools in Ohio, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania. Can anyone recommend some school …

Hey y'all! So I've been working on my Common App and noticed you can list the dates of involvement for each activity/extracurricular. How do the dates take part in admission officers' evaluation? Does …

Hey everyone! I've been feeling a bit overwhelmed by the college application process and I think I might need some professional help. Can anyone recommend some reputable college application help servi …

Hey all, I have a learning disability and I'm starting to look into colleges. Are there any schools that are particularly well-known for being supportive and having resources for students with disabil …

Hey everyone! I'm currently working on my application for Johns Hopkins, and I was wondering if you guys have any tips for putting together strong supplemental materials? I want to make sure I stand o …

Hey everyone! So, I've been thinking - in what ways does high school actually prepare us for the real world? What skills or experiences from high school have y'all found most valuable in college and b …

So, I'm thinking about pursuing dentistry and I'm unsure about the length of time it takes to complete dental school. What's the usual duration for dental school in the US? Any insights would be helpf …

I've been struggling to choose a career for a while now. Can anyone recommend any resources or methods they used for choosing their career path? Are there any quizzes or tools that can help me find th …