Theater Design and Technology
We've been doing college tours with my son, who wants to major in Theater Dedign and Technology. We've hit the usual suspects...CM, NYU, etc. outstanding programs, but VERY costly. Can anyone recommend...
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Hi! I was wondering if my grades were average/above average/good...... 9th Grade : Science[Phy,Chem,Bio] - A2 Maths - A2 Hindi - A2 10th Grade : Science[Phy,Chem,Bio] - A2 Maths - A2 Hindi - A2 11th...
View ArticleUCSD Research Scholars program
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Hi parents. I am seeking out recommendations of schools to research/visit to see if it would be a good fit for my sister. Her stats/description: Currently a junior in high school ACT: 25 (first attempt...
View ArticleYale is Imploding over a Halloween Email
Good summary from Gawker. There are videos, too. http://gawker.com/yale-is-imploding-over-a-halloween-email-1741191530
View ArticleColleges for the Jewish "B" student
I have been debating for a time about starting a thread such as this. On one hand, I want to make sure I have considered every college this should be on my son's list. On the other hand, every time...
View ArticleHow is University of Dayton engineering program viewed compared to Case...
My son is trying to decide between schools for mechanical engineering. Love Daytons campus but wondered how it stacks up academically compared to his other choices?
View ArticleMissed opportunity to double up on science?
My son, a sophomore in high school, decided he wants to double up on AP science courses senior year. However, it turns out that he hasn't yet fulfilled a one-semester arts requirement and next year...
View ArticleClemson vs Bama
My DD has been accepted to the engineering schools at Clemson and Bama and to the honors college for both. While originally she was gung ho BAMA, she has since decided after multiple campus visits that...
View ArticleHow accurate is Net Price Calculator?
Thanks in advance for your responses. Should I use Net Price Calculator to help make our list of schools? Is it even close to realistic? Grant aid is included in the calculations, but I have no idea...
View ArticleGood Community colleges in your state
Hi everyone. Let me Introduce myself and my situation first. I am from Poland and I will be graduating from high-school this year. I was presented with a great opportunity meaning I got a green card....
View ArticleHow should I list this in the CommonApp??
Hi! These are my ECs: -- Founder & CEO of an app startup which has gained a lot of publicity lately.(11,12) -- Founded an NGO/Startup that spreads awareness about Rape issues in India.(11,12) --...
View ArticleMore Jobs and Better Pay for this years college graduates?
http://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article83251.html Interesting article from career builder. Lots of good information. Is this true with your recent graduate?
View ArticleNational Merit pics make students feel bad
Traditionally, the front hall at our high school displays the photos of the current years 30 odd National Merit Semi-Finalists. The other 98% of the school is primarily covered with photos of athletes....
View ArticleShould parents pay for college?
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View ArticleWill My daughter ever be ready for college?
My daughter is a High School Senior. Throughout High School, she has had lots of friends, done well in school, and has been very independent and strong. I always thought that she would go away for...
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