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Hey! So I'm applying to colleges soon and I was wondering how important it is for me to choose an intended major. If I'm undecided about what I want to study, will that negatively impact my admissions …
AP testing week is coming up and I'm freaking out a little. How do you all handle the stress and manage your time during that week? Any tips or strategies would be appreciated!
I'm currently working on my UC applications and would like some inspiration. Where can I find examples of accepted UC essays? Any tips on what makes a successful essay?
Hey everyone! I've seen some colleges that offer a Bachelor's of Art in Biology degree, which caught my attention. I was wondering what exactly differentiates a BA in Biology from a BS? Would this pro …
I've heard people talking about having a 'spike' in their college applications. What does that mean exactly? Is it something that can help you stand out during the admissions process?
Hey! I'm planning to apply to the University of Chicago and I've heard that their application essay prompts can be pretty creative. Where can I find the current essay prompts? Also, does anyone have a …
I'm thinking of majoring in engineering, but I want to know what I'm getting myself into. What are the top 5 hardest engineering courses you guys have encountered? Why do you think they're so challeng …
Hi all, I was wondering if UCLA offers a pre-business economics program for undergrads? I've heard that business econ is competitive, so is there something like a pre-business track I should know abou …
Hey folks, this might be a silly question, but I've been seeing the term 'AB' used a lot when discussing school classes. I'm not exactly sure what it means. Can someone please explain it? Thanks in ad …
Hey everyone, I'm applying to Rutgers Honors College and I'd like some help with the essay. Any examples of successful essays or tips on writing them would be super helpful! I really want my applicati …
Hello everyone! I'm currently a junior and really passionate about science. I'm wondering if anyone knows of any prestigious science awards or competitions that high school students can participate in …
Hey, I'm in the process of writing my UC personal statement and could really use some inspiration. Are there any good examples out there that I can look at to get a feel for what's expected? Your help …
Hi all, just wanted to know - in order to maintain a 4.0 GPA, what letter grades do I need in my classes? Is it all A's, or can I have a mix of A's and high B's? Any help is much appreciated!
Hey guys! I'm a junior and I was just wondering what the average GPA for high school students is. I know it varies depending on the school and the curriculum, but I'm just trying to get a general idea …
Hey all, many colleges have this question 'Is there anything else you'd like to share - something that hasn't been covered in the rest of your application?' What kind of things should I talk about in …
Hi there! I heard about the Undergraduate Research Conference at UCLA and it sounds like an incredible opportunity to present research and network with other students. Can someone tell me more about i …
Hey fellow applicants, I was just wondering what 'SAT' stands for in the context of college admissions. I know it's a standardized test, but what exactly is the full term it represents? Also, how does …
I'm planning on taking AP Environmental Science next year, and I'm curious about the passing rate for the exam. Is it considered a difficult test to pass or do most people do well? Need some input bef …
Hey guys! I'm applying to Ohio State University (OSU) next year and was wondering if there's any advice on writing their supplemental essays. What are some tips to make mine stand out?
Hey everyone! I applied to Columbia under regular decision, and I'm starting to feel the nerves. Could someone please let me know when Columbia typically releases its regular decisions? Thanks in adva …