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Feeling a bit stressed here, but when do schools typically let you know their decisions if you applied Early Decision? Is there a standard date, or does it vary by college?
Feeling a bit anxious here, guys. My GPA's not the best; it’s hovering around a 2.5 right now and I’m starting to worry about my college prospects. Are there colleges that accept a GPA like mine, or s …
I've been worried about my GPA recently. I just entered junior year and I’m thinking about engineering programs, with a particular interest in Cal Poly. Do they have a strict GPA cutoff? What's a safe …
Hey guys, I'm feeling pretty nervous as I start to think of my chances at schools like MIT. Can someone share what a competitive weighted GPA looks like for MIT admits? Are my 4.3 WGPA/4.0 UWGPA in th …
Could use some help, everyone. I'm trying to figure out how to choose the right school for Early Decision. Should I only go for my absolute dream school, or should I also consider how likely I am to g …
Out of curiosity, does anyone have a comprehensive list of colleges that provide Early Decision as an application option, or know where I could find one?
Ok, so I'm hearing different things from everyone. Do I have to take the PSAT in sophomore year, or is it better to wait until junior year? Does it actually matter, or should I just focus on keeping m …
I'm really impressed by Berea College's work-study model and was wondering if there are other colleges with a similar approach to work and study combined?
Hey everyone, I’m keen on Appalachian State because of their connection to the outdoors and their environmental programs. Could you suggest other colleges that have a similar vibe and are strong in th …
Guys, I'm passionate about the health field and considering nursing, but I also want to explore similar fields before I decide. What other college degrees should I be looking at that are comparable to …
What's up, folks? I'm all about that 'Learn by Doing' philosophy at Cal Poly SLO, and its strength in STEM. Do any of you know schools with a similar hands-on approach to learning, especially in the S …
Hey everyone! So I'm gonna be a freshman next year, and I'm already stressing about extracurriculars for college apps. How many clubs should I ideally join to make my application stand out? And should …
I'm a tad stressed about keeping my GPA up for financial aid purposes. Does anyone know what GPA I’d need to maintain to ensure I don't lose my FAFSA loans? Also, is this different for private scholar …
Hello everyone! I'm an English student planning to apply to the University of Central Florida. I'm trying to figure out what GPA UCF requires from international students, and specifically how they con …
As I'm prepping my application, I can't help wondering about the GPA that the University of Maryland expects from its incoming freshmen. Does anyone know what the average GPA is for recently admitted …
Ok, so I'm a little bit stressed because I'm not a recruited athlete or anything, but I've been involved in a few sports at school. I'm curious about whether some sports are more appealing to colleges …
UIUC is one of my top choices and I'm working on my application. It'd be super helpful to know what the typical admitted student looks like. Do they focus heavily on GPA? Are certain extracurriculars …
Georgetown is one of my dream schools because of their strong international relations program. For those who got in or know about the admissions process, what kind of GPA were you aiming for? I’m tryi …
The mix of being in a big city while still having a close community like at Fordham University is ideal for me. Are there any other colleges or universities that offer a similar experience?
The film program at USC is legendary, and it's a huge draw for me, but I've got to have a Plan B. Any ideas on what other schools have similar strengths in film and media that also provide solid conne …