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Hi everyone! I've been researching the University of Southern California and would like to know more about its reputation as a research university. Are there good research opportunities available for …

Hi there, I'm in my junior year and I'm wondering how important it is to get an internship before applying to college. I'm looking to major in computer science, and if an internship can significantly …

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Hi all, I'm currently researching colleges for application season, and I've come across the terms 'private research university' and 'public research university.' I'm having a hard time understanding t …

Hi guys! I'm a junior and I've heard that including a 'Why this college?' essay can be helpful in the application process. Is this something I should definitely include, or is it only necessary for ce …

Hey all, when conducting my college search, I've come across Tufts University. I'd like to know if it's considered a research university, and if so, what kind of research opportunities are available, …

Hey all! So, I’m planning on applying to a few Ivy League schools, but I'm having a hard time figuring out which one might be the best fit for me. Any advice or recommendations on how to narrow down m …

Hi everyone, I've been interested in Yale University and was wondering if it's considered a research university. If it is, what kind of research opportunities are available for undergrads, particularl …

Hi everyone! I'm trying to make a plan for my college applications, but I'm a bit confused about the differences between Early Action and Regular Decision. Can anyone help me better understand them?

Hi everyone! I received a 1520 on my SAT and I'm considering applying to a few Ivy League schools. I'm curious if this score is good enough to be competitive for these prestigious institutions. I'd ap …

Hey guys, I'm considering getting a part-time job next school year and I'm curious if it would be a positive addition to my college application. Do college admissions officers value work experience? T …

Sup everyone! I've heard the term 'private research university' thrown around a lot, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Could someone explain what a private research university is and how it diff …

I'm planning on applying early decision to one of my top-choice schools, but I'm not sure when I should expect to hear back from them. Is there a general timeline for when early decision notifications …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm not sure what I want to major in when I go to college. Is it okay to apply as undecided, or should I choose a major before applying? How can I explore my interest …

Hey guys, I'm considering applying Early Decision to my dream school, but I'm worried about what might happen if I change my mind or don't get enough financial aid. What are the consequences, if any, …

Hey guys, I'm considering applying to a school through their Early Decision II process, but I'm wondering if it's still binding like the first Early Decision cycle. Can someone confirm this for me? Th …

I'm currently a junior and am completely unsure about what I want to major in. I have a wide variety of interests, but I haven't been able to narrow it down to one or two specific fields. What factors …

Hi everyone, I'm in 11th grade and I recently saw another post where someone was saying that they considered their traveling experiences as an extracurricular. Is that possible? And if so, how do you …

Hello! I'm an international student planning to apply to Ivy League schools. I'm feeling a bit stressed about my prospects since I know the competition is intense. Are there any specific tips or strat …

I've heard that Early Decision is binding, but does that mean it's legally binding? If I were to apply ED and get accepted but later realize that I can't attend due to financial or personal reasons, w …