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Hi everyone, I've been considering applying to Columbia University, but I'm curious about how much emphasis they put on research. Is the school known for its research opportunities or facilities? Than …

Hello! I'm starting to think about who I should ask for recommendation letters for my college applications. How much weight do colleges put on recommendation letters, and what should I look for in a r …

Hello! I'm a junior, and I want to apply early decision to an Ivy League school. Can you guys please tell me when the early decision deadline usually is, and when is the best time to submit my applica …

Hi everyone, I'm currently a junior aiming to apply to Ivy League colleges next year. I was wondering what a good unweighted GPA would be to maximize my chances of acceptance. Any help would be much a …

Hey everyone, I'm really interested in two different fields and I was wondering if it's possible to major in both when I go to college. How does that work? Thank you for any help!

Hi guys, I'm a junior in high school, and I'm unsure about what I want to major in when I go to college. Do I need to have a major decided before applying, or can I explore my options once I'm there? …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior trying to strategize for my college applications next year. Is there a limit to the number of schools to which I can apply early decision? Is it strictly one or can I choose …

Hi there! I've been researching Purdue University, and I can't quite figure out if it's considered a research university or not. Could someone help me out? If it is, I'd really appreciate any informat …

I submitted an early decision application to a school that I thought was my top choice, but now I'm having second thoughts. Can I withdraw the application or am I committed to that school if they acce …

I'm a junior, and as I prepare for the college application process, I keep wondering if I need more extracurricular activities. How many extracurriculars do Ivy League universities generally look for? …

Hey guys, I'm feeling a little stressed because I got my first B in a class this semester. I know Ivy League schools have very high expectations and I'm curious if any of you have experiences of getti …

Hi folks, I've been heavily involved in drone racing for the past 3 years, and I think it could make me stand out as an applicant. How should I approach writing about this unique activity in my colleg …

Hey! I've been researching Tufts University, but I'm not sure if it's considered a research-focused institution. I'm looking to be involved in public health research as an undergraduate. Can anyone pr …

I participated in a summer study abroad program last year and it was an incredible experience. Can I list this as an extracurricular activity on my college applications, or should it be placed elsewhe …

Hi everyone! I'm a first-generation immigrant, and I want to write my college essay about my experiences and how they've shaped me. I want to make sure my essay stands out and isn't just another 'immi …

Hello! I'm a junior starting my college search, and I've been looking into Columbia University. I've heard a lot of great things about the school, but I'm curious if it's considered a research univers …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior interested in majoring in computer science, and I'm unsure which colleges would best suit my interests and goals. What factors should I consider when choosing the right scho …

Hello! My dad went to a top Ivy League school, and I'm wondering how much of an impact legacy status has on admissions. I have a strong GPA, good test scores, and extracurricular activities, but would …

Hi all! I'm a junior researching potential universities for my college applications. I've been considering Purdue University, but I'm not sure if it's a research university. I'm planning to major in a …

Hello! I'm currently a junior and trying to narrow down my college choices. I'm wondering what the main benefits of attending a public research university are compared to other university types. Any i …