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I’m about to start my junior year and I’m trying to decide between taking chemistry or biology. Can anyone share their insights on which of these two sciences tends to be more challenging for high sch …

I scored a 1200 on my recent PSAT, and I was wondering how well it might translate to the actual SAT. Any insights or advice on the potential score difference and whether I should start preparing for …

Hey y'all, I'm struggling to choose between CSU Fullerton and UC Santa Barbara for a biology major. I'd appreciate any insight on the strengths of each program, the campus environment, and research op …

I'm currently trying to decide between applying to University of Central Florida (UCF) and Ohio State University. For someone interested in business, can you help me weigh the pros and cons of each sc …

I'm considering majoring in special needs education when I go to college. Can anyone who's gone through a program like this tell me what to expect in terms of coursework, internships, and possible job …

I'm in need of community service hours for both school requirements and my college resume. Any suggestions on places where I can go and get some hours? I'm open to different types of volunteering expe …

What's up, peeps? So I'm a junior right now, and I'm starting to look at colleges for when I graduate. The University of Central Florida and Auburn University are two schools that have caught my atten …

I need to take a few extra classes in my senior year to fulfill my graduation requirements, and I want to know which subjects would be the easiest to take online. Any recommendations?

I'm Roman Catholic and I heard there might be some scholarships specifically for us. Does anyone know any good scholarships that I should apply for? I could really use the financial help. Thanks in ad …

Hi there! I'm a little confused about Latin honors like summa cum laude and magna cum laude. What's the difference between them? Are there any specific requirements for achieving either level of disti …

Hi everyone, I'm starting to research colleges, but I'm feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of options out there. What factors should I consider when narrowing down my choices? How did you all go …

Hey guys! I've been accepted to both the University of Alabama and Kent State University, and I'm having a really tough time deciding between the two. Could anyone provide me with some insight into th …

Hey, I'm pretty bummed about getting a B this semester. I've been working really hard to keep my grades up for college applications. Can one B really damage my GPA and affect my chances of getting int …

I'm considering applying to both Georgetown and Colgate University and would like to know where current students or alumni think each school shines. What are the major differences between the two in t …

Hi everyone! I'm seriously struggling to decide whether to apply to Georgia Tech or Ohio State for computer science. I've heard great things about both programs, but I'm not sure which one would offer …

I'm trying to write my 'Why This Major' essay, but I'm not really sure how to start. Does anyone have any suggestions or examples that could help me get going? I appreciate any guidance!

I'm planning to major in nursing and I've been accepted to both Bowling Green State University and Kent State. Can anyone provide some insight on how these nursing programs compare in terms of academi …

So, I know I want to go into the medical field and I've heard that I need to complete a pre-med program. How do I choose the right degree for this? Are there any specific majors that are better than o …

Hi all! I've been accepted to both University of Connecticut and Boston University for biology. Can anyone share their experiences or thoughts on these schools? How do they compare in terms of academi …

Hi! I'm trying to brainstorm ideas for the Yale community essay. Anyone willing to share their successful examples for inspiration? Or any tips on coming up with unique ideas to make it stand out?