How is the Masters in Computer Science program?
I'm planning on doing a MSCS program in California and was interested in Cal Poly-SLO. How is the program? How are the employment prospects? What others programs in CA should I be looking at?
View ArticleAre these colleges realistic?
First off, some background info about me. I'm a white guy from Alabama, currently a senior. Class Rank: 14/652 SAT (Writing, Critical Reading, Math) 1st Attempt: 2190 (660,760,770 2nd Attempt: 2350...
View ArticleDistractions because of DEBT?
If you are a student currently taking out loans to attend school or if you're a parent whose child is in that situation, does the debt distract you from your studies? I'm talking about larger loans,...
View ArticleHYP Undergrads Are Often Recruited for I-Banking Careers--Same for Grad...
Hello. I am an HYP reject (or HYP waitlist, I should say--waitlisted at 7/10 of the schools I applied to) and I've been thinking about how this reduces some of my career opportunities. Specifically,...
View ArticleHelp me narrow down my choices?
So here's the deal, guys. I've toured a few schools, and the three I think I like best are Ole Miss, Mississippi State, and University of Alabama. As far as I can tell, they're all great, and as a...
View ArticleStudent Profile on ACT Score Report
When I took the ACT, I didn't realize that my interest profile would be part of my official score report, and I'm only realizing this now when I download it from online. I know this concern might seem...
View ArticleANSWERING ANY ACT QUESTIONS
Hey guys! This forum has helped me out a lot so I want to return the favor. I took the ACT for the first time in June and scored a 35. I'm willing to answer any questions you may have regarding...
View ArticleQ: What other schools are you applying to?
How is it recommended to respond to this prompt? Just list everything, just list schools in other geographic regions? Why do schools want to know this? Please help me understand this one....
View ArticleSuch tragedy.
My heart bleeds. I say that with a straight face. Really. http://www.nytimes.com/2014/08/03/realestate/from-townhouse-to-tribeca-the-hard-way.html?_r=0 Ok. I smirked.
View ArticleDo you let people copy your homework?
Just wondering, but do you let people copy your homework if it's graded? I mean what's the point if they are your competition and it could affect their average? Doesn't giving them your hw defeat the...
View ArticleNat'l Merit Scholarship Recipient--Why I am I seeing a 1.9k balance due at...
I am an incoming freshman and today I attempted to confirm my schedule as requested by the University (deadline August 8). As a National Merit Scholar at the University, I expected that the Office of...
View ArticleOne Month Study Plan
Hey guys! So I got my ACT scores back a little while ago and they are not what I want them to be simply because I know I am capable of scoring higher. I only have one more chance to take the ACT and I...
View Article"No, the SAT is not Required." More Colleges Join Test-Optional Train
"Students spend hours cramming for the SAT and ACT each year in the hopes of earning an acceptance letter to a competitive college. But is the tide turning away from standardized exams?" Many people...
View ArticleDo I Count as an International Applicant????
I just wanted to share my situation and see if I counted as an international applicant for most schools. I would think I don't but anyways, -Born in US -US Citizen -lived in NY for 15 years and...
View ArticleHow many APs have you taken?
Just curious on how many classes others have taken and will take in their high school careers. Of course, if you want, you can post your scores as well ~ For me: Frosh: AP WH (3), AP Bio (3) Soph:...
View ArticleWill I make it?
Its been tough for me lately but I came through most of my obstacles to achieve a better goal. During my frosh/soph years, I really messed up in school. I had almost 9 classes to make up. I had 4 F's...
View ArticleAre Any Of These Effective?
I am a high schooler, with a good GPA and good SAT/AP scores. Throughout my high school life, I volunteered in Peru for two weeks. I lived with the villagers and the orphans as well. I volunteered with...
View ArticleGPA - Transfer Shock/scheduling question
So as a community college transfer, I was hoping to squeeze every last bit of use out of my community college prior to transferring. However, the time has come where I absolutely must transfer this...
View ArticleChance me for UC Berkeley?
GPA: 3.56 UW, 4.04 W UC GPA: 3.79 SAT: 570 math, 730 reading, 660 writing (planning on retaking this after my prep class this summer) 7 honors classes (out of 10), 7 APs (out of 10), w/ an interest in...
View ArticleCollege Search: Urban, Quirky, Liberal, Science ... Also Chances for schools...
Hi! I'm looking for a very feminist, liberal, quirky school in a major city. I looked at Reed, which is my perfect match, however it is a liberal arts school and I want a science school. My Current...
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