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I am passionate about math and science and want to major in something related. What are some popular math and science majors that colleges offer? How do these majors prepare me for a successful career …

I'm debating between Boston College and Marquette for Communications. I'd love to hear any opinions on their programs, internships, and overall student experiences. Any advice is appreciated!

Having a tough time making a decision between Pepperdine and Santa Clara University. Can anyone help me out by discussing their experiences or knowledge of academics, campus life, and atmosphere at th …

Hi all! I got accepted to George Mason University (GMU) and Saint Louis University (SLU) and I'm having trouble choosing between them. What sets each school apart? What should I consider when making m …

Can someone help me choose between the University of Washington (UW) and the University of Texas at Austin (UT)? I would really appreciate any input on the academics, campus vibe, and opportunities of …

I'm trying to weigh the benefits of attending USC or a California State University (CSU) campus. Can anyone give me some insight into their experiences or knowledge about the differences in campus lif …

Hey guys! I got an invitation to the National Youth Leadership Forum for Engineering. Is it a legit experience, and do colleges value it? Any insights would be appreciated!

Hello everyone! I'm really interested in UConn's Special Program in Medicine, but I want to know more about the acceptance rate. How competitive is the program? Any advice for a prospective applicant? …

Hi all! I'm comparing University of Oregon and University of Colorado, and I'm really interested in knowing about the overall campus life at each university. What's the vibe like, and how's the town a …

Hey everyone! I'm in the process of applying to Texas A&M and I'd like to get a head start on the essay questions. Can someone please let me know what kind of essay topics are usually asked and if the …

Hey guys! I'm currently trying to decide between Emory and Tulane for a business major. Does anyone have any experiences or opinions on the business programs at these schools? Any info on academics, n …

I just got into both Syracuse and Albany! I'm super excited, but I'm really not sure which one I should choose. Can anyone provide some guidance or personal experiences to help me make a decision?

I'm really into math and want to pursue a degree in it. Can anyone tell me about the different types of math degrees available at colleges? Like, what's the difference between a pure math and an appli …

Hi everyone! Can someone explain how the PSAT/NMSQT percentiles work? How important are these percentile rankings during the college admissions process, and what do they really tell me about my perfor …

Hi everyone! I'm considering applying to Case Western Reserve University's Pre-Professional Scholars Program (PPSP). Could anyone offer some insight into the program and the application process? Much …

I'm interested in going to law school after completing my undergrad. What kind of degrees or majors should I be considering to best prepare me for law school and a successful career?

Hey guys, I'm a bit confused about the UC visual and performing arts requirement for admission. What classes actually count towards it, and do I need a specific number of credits? Appreciate any help!

Hi everyone! I'm working on my UC applications and I'm kind of stuck on the challenge essay prompt. I was wondering if anyone could share an example of how they approached this topic? Any advice would …

Hi fellow applicants! I've chosen to answer UC essay prompt 2, which asks about how I've used my creative side to come up with a solution to a problem. I'm struggling with choosing a topic that showca …

Hey everyone, I'm considering trying to get an associate's degree while I'm still in high school. What are some benefits and drawbacks of doing this? Will it help or hurt my chances when applying to t …