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I'm on the hunt for colleges like College of the Holy Cross, which seems like a perfect match—small, liberal arts, with a great sense of community. My priority is strong support for undergrads and a s …

I've been drawn to Notre Dame for its strong sense of tradition and community, plus their emphasis on service. What other schools convey that same feeling of unity and focus on giving back to the comm …

Hey guys, I'm starting to prep for my AP exams, and I'm a bit stressed about making sure I have everything I need. Can anyone tell me what I definitely need to bring for the AP Lang exam? I know the b …

Hey folks! Junior year is hitting hard, and I’m trying to plan for AP exams. I’ve been hearing mixed things about AP Human Geography. How tough is it really? Can someone who's taken it give me a rundo …

Hey guys, I’m really interested in College of Wooster for its strong focus on mentored undergraduate research. Are there any other colleges with similar vibes or programs that I should be looking at?

So, I’m planning to apply through early action to my dream schools, but I’m kinda stressed out. Do colleges even look at your senior year grades when you're applying early action? Or are they just rel …

Hey everyone, I'm in the process of shortlisting my dream schools and I'm really interested in Cornell. But I’m kind of freaking out thinking about what makes a successful applicant. Does anyone know …

Hey folks! I’m in a bit of a pickle here trying to find schools like Mercy College that are strong in business and have opportunities for internships in a suburban or city setting. Any of you know col …

Hi everyone! Bates College's dedication to a holistic liberal arts education is super appealing to me. Does anyone know other colleges with top-notch liberal arts programs and a close community feel l …

Heyo! I've been stressing about scoring perfectly on my AP exams, but is it really necessary to get a 5? Do you guys know if colleges consider a score of 4 on AP exams to be acceptable? Would love to …

I'm stressing a little bit over the cost of all the AP exams I want to take. Could anyone tell me the usual cost for an AP exam? Is there financial aid available? Also, are they all priced the same or …

Villanova caught my attention with their strong business program alongside a wider liberal arts curriculum. I’m eager to explore colleges that can offer me a similar dual strength—basically, a solid b …

Hey y'all, just curious if anybody knows what GPA Clemson University expects from its applicants? I participate in a ton of extracurriculars and I'm nervous that my GPA might not hit the mark. Any ins …

Hey everyone, I've been a bit anxious about my GPA. I started off with some rough patches early in high school but have been on an upward trend lately. How much do admissions officers take into accoun …

¡Hola amigos! The AP Spanish Language exam is on the horizon and I could use some advice. For those who've taken it, what type of exercises or resources helped you improve your speaking and writing sk …

GA Southern seems cool with its laid-back culture and variety of programs. I’m trying to find colleges that have a similar social scene and a diverse range of majors. Any recommendations?

Feeling a bit stressed as I start my college application journey. BU is high on my list, and I'm curious about the typical profile of a student who gets in. What GPA, SAT/ACT scores, extracurriculars, …

Hey everyone, quick question because I keep getting mixed messages. Are we allowed to use mechanical pencils on the day of AP exams, or do we have to stick with the classic No. 2 pencils? Wouldn't wan …

Feeling a little bit stressed because the college that I accepted doesn't feel like the perfect fit. I'm considering a transfer after my freshman year. How do colleges view freshman year transfers and …

Hey community, so I'm thinking about applying to Penn State. What's the deal with GPAs there? Like, what is the average GPA for an incoming freshman, and can extracurricular achievements make up for a …