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Hey everyone! A bit stressed as I'm starting to think about the essays I'll have to write for college apps. Can anyone share insights on what college essays typically look like in terms of structure? …
Hey everyone, I’m a junior starting to think seriously about college and, hopefully, med school down the line. I’m really into Stanford (dream big, right?), and I’m trying to figure out what their acc …
So I've been volunteering at a local animal shelter and a food bank for the past couple of years, and it's something I'm really passionate about. Just curious, do colleges really value volunteer work? …
Hey, I’m a junior aiming for Tufts and trying not to overwhelm myself too much with the stats. Could anyone share what Tufts usually looks for in terms of GPA, standardized test scores, or ECs? I want …
I'm a sophomore at community college eyeing UC San Diego as my top choice to transfer to. For any successful transfer students out there, what GPA did UCSD consider competitive? I've heard they're pre …
Hey fellow juniors and knowledgeable seniors, anyone have an idea about what GPA range the University of Maryland typically admits? I'm figuring out which colleges might be a good fit for me and I wan …
Okay, guys, I see all the brochures and movies about college life, but what's it really like? Can someone break down what a typical day is like? How much free time do you actually have, and how much o …
Hey everyone, I'm currently a high school sophomore and I've been thinking about the whole college admissions process. I've heard people say junior year is the prime time for visiting colleges, but wo …
I’m currently a junior and exploring my college options. Iowa State is on my list, and I’m wondering, does anyone know what GPA I should aim for to have a solid shot at getting in? Any advice or past …
Okay, not gonna lie, the whole process of applying to college is getting to me. Sometimes, I just feel like nothing I’ve done is good enough. What do you guys do when you start feeling like a failure …
Transferring is on my radar and CSULA seems like a good fit, but I'm a bit stressed about my chances. What kind of profiles do admitted transfer students have at CSULA, especially regarding GPA or col …
Hey everyone, I've been looking into Temple University for a while, and I really like the urban campus and diverse student body. Can anyone suggest colleges that have a similar atmosphere? I'm looking …
Hi everyone, I'm aiming for Stanford and really pushing my limits academically. Had a bit of a shaky start in my freshman year, though. Does anyone know how heavily Stanford weighs freshman year grade …
Hey guys! I'm a junior trying to plan ahead, and I'm curious about what colleges actually prefer to see in terms of extracurriculars. Do they like traditional activities like student government and sp …
What's going on, everyone? For those who got into Stony Brook or are applying, what GPA range are they looking for? Should I be getting my hopes up with a 3.5, or do I need to work on bumping that up?
Hey everyone! I'm really into the whole vibe and the programs at American University, but I wanna expand my college search. Does anyone have suggestions for schools that have a similar atmosphere and …
Hey everyone, Im a junior interested in Occupational Therapy and Samuel Merritt's OT program has caught my eye. Does anyone know what their accepted student profiles generally include? Like, what GPAs …
Hey everyone, as I'm prepping my college list, I'm a bit anxious about my GPA. Can anyone shed light on the typical GPA Miami University expects from its applicants? Any insights into how strict they …
As someone eyeing Harvard, I'm curious about the kind of student they typically accept. Could someone share insights on the accepted student profile for recent undergraduate classes, like the class of …
Northeastern is high on my list but with how competitive it is, what GPA should I be aiming for to have a realistic shot? Does anyone know if they have a 'soft' range, or is there a hard cutoff?