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What's up, everyone? I've submitted my Early Decision application to Columbia University and I'm dying to know when they release these decisions. Can anyone provide me with an approximate date or a ti …
Hello! I'm currently researching colleges and I've been trying to find accurate admission rates for different schools. What's a reliable source I can use to find this information? Thanks in advance!
I'm applying to some of the University of California schools this year, but I'm unsure if I need to get letters of recommendation for my application. Can anyone confirm whether UC schools require lett …
I'm in the process of writing my supplement essays for the Common App. Does anyone have advice on how to make them stand out or examples of successful essays to share?
Hey folks, I'm currently a freshman at a state school, but I've been thinking about transferring to an Ivy League. Is it possible to transfer to any of the Ivies? If so, what are the chances and what …
Hey guys! I'm prepping for the ACT and I'm trying to get a solid grasp on the math section. What are some important formulas and equations I should definitely know for the ACT Math? Any advice would b …
Hey guys, I've been researching colleges and came across Vanderbilt. Can someone tell me what it's known for in terms of academics, campus life, and reputation? Thanks!
I'm working on my personal statement for college applications and I'm not sure what exactly I should include. Any suggestions on what kinds of things should be in my personal statement and how to make …
Hi everyone! I've been researching colleges and came across MIT. I heard it's a prestigious school, but I'm not sure why. Can anyone help me understand what makes MIT so special or well-regarded? Than …
Hey guys, so I'm applying to Northwestern and I know decision dates are coming up soon. I couldn't find the exact date, so I was hoping someone here might know when they typically release their decisi …
I'm a student with an IEP and I'm curious about which colleges are known to accept and support students with IEPs. Any advice or suggestions on finding colleges with good disability support services w …
I have an upcoming MIT interview, and I'm kind of nervous! Can anyone share some common questions they ask or tips on how to make a good impression?
Hey everyone! I've recently applied to some colleges through Early Action and I'm super anxious about the results. Does anyone know when the early action decisions usually come out? Is there a general …
Hey everyone! I just finished taking AP Lit this year, and I'm super nervous about my score. When are the scores typically released, and how can I access them?
If I get deferred after applying to a college through Early Decision, what are the next steps I should take? How do I handle the deferral process and improve my chances of getting accepted during the …
I've seen a lot about test-optional colleges lately, and I'm curious if there's a comprehensive list of schools that are test optional. Given the pandemic and stuff, I'm hoping some colleges would be …
I saw a post about someone mentioning 'Comm App' and now I'm curious. What does it stand for and is it something I need to know about for college applications?
Hey everyone, I'm a junior starting to stress out about college admissions. Could you guys help me out by sharing what the minimum SAT score is for getting accepted into decent colleges? I want to hav …
Hey folks! I'm considering applying to some California State Universities this year, but I'm not sure about the application deadlines. When do the Cal State applications usually close? Thanks!
Hey everyone, quick question – what's the highest score you can get on the SAT? I've got conflicting information online, so I figured I'd ask here. Thanks for the help!