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Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to Harvard under the REA option. Does anyone know when we can expect the REA decision date to come out? Thanks!
Does anyone know if Northwestern is currently test-optional? I haven't been able to take the SAT yet, and I'm not sure if I should focus on preparing for it or work on strengthening my application in …
Hey everyone! I'm thinking about taking the ACT instead of the SAT. I heard that it has a science section, but I'm not sure what that entails. Can anyone give me a rundown of what's covered and how I …
Hey, I applied to the University of Wisconsin via Early Action. I'm getting a bit restless here, just wondering when they usually release their EA decisions? Thanks in advance!
Hello everyone! I'm considering applying to Stanford University and I'm curious to know what they specialize in. Are there any specific academic programs or fields that Stanford is particularly well-k …
Hey guys, I'm a junior trying to navigate this college application process. I've heard about the option to defer college, but I'm not sure if it's a good idea. What are some pros and cons of deferring …
Hey everyone, I'm new to the SAT world and trying to figure out what a good score is. What is the maximum score, and what range should I aim for to get into competitive colleges?
Hey fellow applicants! I applied to Stanford for Regular Decision, and I'm getting increasingly anxious as the decision day approaches. Can anyone confirm the exact day Stanford releases their decisio …
I'm planning on applying to Carnegie Mellon for Early Decision, but I'm having trouble finding the exact date by which I need to submit my application. Can someone help me out with this? Thanks!
Hey everyone, I just got offered an alumni interview for Dartmouth, and I'm pretty excited but also a bit nervous. Can anyone share some tips or advice on what to expect and how to prepare? Thanks in …
Hey guys, so I applied Early Decision to UPenn and I can't stop thinking about when the decisions will be released. Any idea when they typically announce their decisions? Appreciate any help!
Hi, has anyone here applied to Babson College through their Early Action program? I'm considering it, and I'd like to know the pros and cons of this option from someone with experience. Thanks in adva …
Hey everyone, I was just curious if anyone knows when Rice typically releases their Regular Decision results? I'm trying to mentally prepare myself for the outcome.
Hello, I'm planning on applying to Syracuse through Regular Decision. Does anyone know the exact deadline for submitting my application?
Hey guys! I applied to Williams College and I'm eagerly awaiting any news about the decision release dates. Has anyone found any updates on when the decisions will be released, either by email or onli …
Hey everyone! Can somebody please explain what it means if my college application has been 'deferred?' I've seen this term a few times but don't fully understand it. Any help would be appreciated.
Okay, so I'm planning to take the ACT soon, but I'm super confused about the whole 'composite score' thing. Can anyone help me understand what a composite score is on the ACT test and how it's calcula …
I'm thinking about transferring to Columbia University from my current college and I'm wondering what the process looks like. Does anyone know what I need to do in order to apply for a transfer? Can y …
Hey, can someone tell me when Harvard usually releases their early action decisions? I've been anxiously awaiting my fate.
Hi everyone! I'm thinking about applying to Harvard and want to know the real deal about the school. What are some pros and cons of attending Harvard?