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Hey everyone! I'm in a bit of a bind trying to decide between the University of Utah and a Colorado school. Can anyone offer insight into what makes each school unique and what they're best known for? …

Hi everyone! I'm super nervous about the whole application process and was wondering if anyone knows the general time frame of when Ivy League acceptances are released? I'd really appreciate any help!

I'm a junior and I want to apply to WashU this coming fall. I play the flute and I would really love to submit a music supplement as part of my application. Could anyone who has gone through the proce …

I'm trying to make a decision between Northwestern and Brown for college. Can anyone tell me about the differences and similarities they've experienced or heard about? I'm interested in knowing about …

Hey guys! I was wondering if anyone could share some examples of successful challenge or adversity essays they've written for the Common App? I'm struggling to find a balance between sharing my experi …

Hey, I am trying to decide between UDub and WSU for an environmental science major. Can you guys share experiences or insights about the quality of the programs, internship opportunities, and campus l …

This may be a silly question, but could someone clarify the difference between a valedictorian and salutatorian? Who ranks higher in the class? Thanks so much!

Getting ready to apply to college, and I'm really curious about the various areas of study available. Could you guys share some fascinating and unique subjects that I might not have considered when lo …

Hi all, I'm a junior on a tight budget and I was wondering if there's a code or some sort of procedure I need to follow to get an SAT fee waiver. Please let me know, and thank you in advance!

Hey guys! I'm currently trying to choose between Bucknell and American University. Can anyone share their thoughts on these schools, especially in terms of academics, student life, and job prospects? …

Hey everyone! I'm stuck deciding between Penn State and Pitt. I'd like to get some opinions about the overall campus environment, academic programs, and social life at each school. Can anyone who has …

Hey everyone, I'm thinking about applying for the GWU fly in program. Can anyone share their experiences or let me know if it's worth applying to? Any tips to make my application stand out?

As a high school junior in California, I'm starting to look at colleges and would like to continue playing football. Can anyone recommend a few California colleges with decent football programs? Thank …

I've maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout high school, but I just got a C in one of my classes this semester. How badly will this impact my application to colleges, especially if I'm applying to some compe …

I've been accepted to both Boston University and UMass Amherst and I'm really torn between the two. What should I consider while making my decision in terms of academics, social life, and future oppor …

Hey everyone, I just calculated my GPA and it's 3.66. Can anyone provide some context or comparison with other GPA scales? I'm a bit confused and worried about its impact on college admissions.

I'm working on my UT austin application and I'm having trouble with the short answers section. Should I be as descriptive as possible or do they prefer concise answers? Also, any examples would be sup …

Has anyone here participated or know about any special programs Yale offers for undergraduate students, like honors programs, research opportunities, or unique academic experiences? If so, could you p …

Hi everyone, I'm interested in pursuing a career in physical therapy and I'm currently majoring in athletic training. Is it possible to transition from an athletic training degree to a physical therap …

Hey everyone! I'm having a hard time choosing between Boise State University and Oregon State University. Can anyone shed some light on the main differences in terms of academics, campus life, and pos …