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Hey everyone! As a junior starting to think about applications, I'm wondering about the REAL impact of college essays. Like, do they actually tip the scales for an applicant, or are they just a formal …
So I've heard a lot about Johns Hopkins and its prestige, but I'm kinda wondering what specifically about JHU's programs or campus life makes it such a sought after school? Any insider info or persona …
Hey peeps! I'm drawn to Lehigh University for its strong engineering programs and their project-based approach, plus I've heard about their awesome campus culture. What other schools should I be consi …
Just curious, do honors classes in high school typically give you more credits than standard classes? How does this affect my high school GPA and is it something colleges consider when looking at my a …
I'm currently planning out my senior year courses, and I'm trying to figure out if I need physics to be a competitive applicant. Physics isn’t really my strong suit, so I’m wondering, do a lot of coll …
I've been kinda stressed about the social climate in universities lately—does racism still play a part in campuses across the US? How do schools address these issues, and what can students do to foste …
Hey everyone! I'm currently a junior and wondering about how honors classes are weighted in terms of GPA. How is the value of an honors class calculated compared to regular classes? Also, do colleges …
Hey guys, I’m curious about the differences between high schools in Spain and the US, as I might be studying abroad next year. Can anyone shed light on their academic environment, how they prepare stu …
Hey all, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about the PSAT. I've heard it's kind of a big deal because of National Merit Scholarships and all that. I don't know too much about it, though. Does any …
Hey everyone! I’m starting to plan out my senior year courses, and I’m not sure if I should take a fourth year of Spanish. Does anyone know if a lot of colleges actually require four years of foreign …
So I'm a junior and I've been looking into schools with strong aerospace programs, and Embry-Riddle is at the top of my list. I’m the president of my school's model rocketry club, and I’m wondering ho …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior and keep hearing about the PSAT but I'm not totally clear on what it is or when I'm supposed to take it. Is there a specific year it's meant for, and what does it actually t …
Hey guys! I’m pretty much in love with NYU's location and the opportunities that come with it. Are there other schools that have that same urban feel and strong connections to the city they're in? I'm …
Penning down some options and Penn State's in the mix. For all you Nittany Lions or knowledgeable folks out there, are there fun facts or aspects of student life at Penn State University that make it …
Hey fam, I’m currently exploring elective courses for my senior year, and I’m thinking about taking African American studies. Do you think colleges appreciate seeing that kind of course on your transc …
Hey everyone, as a junior starting to explore colleges, I'm curious about what makes each one special. Can anyone share what Lasell University is particularly known for? Are there unique programs or c …
I'm trying not to obsess over this but curious minds wanna know – what's the average PSAT score that students typically get? Is there a benchmark we should be aware of, or does it not really matter?
So, I've landed an interview (yay!) and I'm trying to prep the best I can. I know the 'tell me about yourself' question is almost guaranteed to come up. Any tips on what they're really looking for wit …
Junior here! I've been doing well in school, but my first quarter grades are kind of stressing me out. I wonder, do colleges ask for your first quarter grades when you apply? I want to make sure I mai …
Quick query for y'all: Are contractions like 'don't' and 'won't' a big no-no in a college essay, or are they okay to use? I want my essay to sound conversational, but I'm worried about coming across a …