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Hey there! I'm really interested in UCSB and I'm thinking about applying early decision. Does anyone know the acceptance rate for early decision applicants? I'm trying to gauge if it's worth it for me …
Hi guys! I want to prepare for college and strengthen my application by taking some online courses. What are your recommendations for the best pre-college online courses that could really help me out? …
Hey, do any of you have tips for increasing my chances of getting into an Ivy League school? I'm really interested in pursuing a STEM major, and I've been working hard on my extracurriculars and maint …
Hello! I've started looking into Brandeis University for my college applications. What's the acceptance rate like there? Any info would be appreciated.
Hi everyone! I'm really interested in applying to Vanderbilt as an early decision applicant. I was wondering if anyone could share the acceptance rate for early decision at Vanderbilt? Thanks!
Hey everybody! I know it's still early, but I'm starting to plan my summer and I want to find some possible summer school programs to attend. Can anyone help me create a list of summer school options …
Hi everyone! I'm considering taking AP classes next year, but I'm not sure what benefits it could bring outside of challenging myself academically. Are there any other rewards (like college credit, ma …
Hi there! I'm looking into applying to Northwestern University during the Regular Decision round. I'm curious if anyone here knows the RD acceptance rate, and if there's any advantage or disadvantage …
I'm a junior looking into Bowdoin and I'd really appreciate some input on how to enhance my application. If you've been accepted, or know someone who has, what were the highlights of your/their applic …
Hey guys! Is the acceptance rate for Early Decision at UNC Chapel Hill significantly different than regular decision acceptance rates? I'm trying to decide whether it's worth applying ED or not.
Hello! I'm considering applying to the University of Miami in Florida, but I'm not sure about how competitive it is. Could someone kindly provide me with their current acceptance rate? Thanks for your …
I'm considering going into medicine and I'd like to know how long it would take to become a specialist doctor, like a neurosurgeon or a cardiologist. Can anyone share the typical timeline for a specia …
I have a younger sibling who'll be heading to high school soon, and we're considering private schools in NYC. What are some relatively affordable options without compromising the quality of education? …
Hey everyone, I am planning on majoring in biochemistry and I'd like to know which colleges have a good reputation in this field. Can you guys help me out with some recommendations or share any resour …
Hi everyone, I'm applying to Cal Poly soon and I'm stuck between choosing majors. Does anyone know if some majors have higher acceptance rates compared to others? Would my chances change based on the …
Hey guys! I'm an ambitious high school junior looking into top CSUs. Which California State Universities are considered the best for high-achieving students? Any insight would be helpful!
Hi all, I'm a bit stressed trying to figure out financial aid. Can someone explain how the income limits work for federal student aid? Is there a specific income threshold my family needs to meet, or …
Hi everyone! Does anyone have some good information on the relationship between PSAT scores and National Merit Scholarships? What score should one aim for to be considered for the scholarship? Any adv …
Hey everyone! Does anyone know the acceptance rate for Bates College's Early Decision 2 round? I'm planning on applying through that round and want to get an idea of what my chances might be. Thanks i …
Unfortunately, I got deferred from MIT's early action round. How can I increase my chances during the regular decision round? Are there any specific steps I should take or materials to submit? Feeling …