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I have many universities on my list that I'd like to research further, but I'm struggling to find a structured way to go about it. What's your go-to method for researching schools? How do you break do …
Hi there! As I explore my options for college, I'm interested in knowing if Yale University is considered a strong research institution. Are undergraduate students typically involved in research, and …
How can I effectively prepare for my freshman year of high school? Are there specific study tips or helpful habits I should develop?
Hello! As a junior who's starting to look into the college admissions process more seriously, I wanted to know which of the Ivy League schools offer early decision as an application option. It would b …
Hi all! I'm wondering what AP classes would be best to take during my sophomore year. I had a good freshman year and am looking to challenge myself academically, but I also want to make sure that I'm …
Hello everyone! I was lucky to be accepted to several tier 1 research universities, but now I'm having difficulty deciding which one to attend. What factors should I be considering when comparing thes …
Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to Tufts University and was wondering if it's considered a research university. Are there notable research opportunities for undergraduate students interested in …
Stressed junior here! I need some guidance on how to research universities before applying to them. What aspects should I focus on to make sure the university is a good fit for me? I'll be pursuing a …
Hey everyone! I've been researching colleges, and I want to know if Purdue University falls under the category of research university. Can anyone confirm this? Additionally, I'm curious about undergra …
Hi everyone, I'm considering applying to Northwestern University, and I've heard that it's known as a research university. Can someone clarify what that means, and how this might impact the experience …
Hi there! I've been looking at various universities and noticed some are referred to as 'public research universities.' Can someone clarify what makes these different from other types of colleges and …
Hi everyone! I've been exploring college options and I wonder if Stanford is considered a research university. Can someone verify this for me? Moreover, I'd like more information about the research op …
Hey there! I'm just starting my college search, and Penn State is one of the schools I'm considering. I'm curious to know if it's considered a research university. If so, can anyone provide informatio …
Hello everyone! I'm going to be a senior next year, and I'm not sure what I should do during the summer before senior year. What are some useful activities or programs that could be beneficial for my …
Hi there! I'm really interested in studying political science, and I keep seeing information about research opportunities in the sciences, but I'm not sure if this applies to my field as well. Are the …
Does Stanford University consider freshman year grades when evaluating college applications? How heavily do they weigh that first year in terms of admissions decisions?
Hey all! I'm a junior, and I've been debating between applying to research universities and smaller liberal arts colleges. I'm really interested in research, so would it be possible to find research o …
As senior year approaches, I can't help but wonder how much my senior year grades matter for college admissions. Do colleges look at first semester grades? What about second semester? How important ar …
I've been considering switching schools for various reasons, but I'm worried that it may negatively affect my college applications. Is it a bad idea to switch schools during my senior year, or will co …
Hello everyone! As a high school junior and future engineering major, I'm torn between two main priorities for my college experience: gaining research experience vs. getting internships. I'm still uns …