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Decisions about
Academics.

Explore thousands of structured choices related to Academics. Dive into what people wish they knew beforehand, tracked longitudinally.
Academics Overview
42%
average regret rate from live outcomes. Drops significantly over time.
Insight
22
recorded outcomes in this category alone.

The Academics Regret Curve

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Talked to a girl from science outreach program

Talked to girl, felt ignored and disrespected

Regret Level2/10

Spent too much time on other things

Got a disappointing midterm grade despite feeling prepared

Regret Level8/10

Showcase GPA trends

Bad community college experience

Regret Level3/10

Seeking project ideas from experienced people

I'm seeking advice from more experienced individuals

Regret Level1/10

Taking placement exam to avoid course

Preparing for exam with C background

Regret Level1/10

lied about exam results

I lied to my parents about my exam results, feeling guilty now

Regret Level8/10

Showing appreciation to a professor

Wrote a thank you card to a favorite professor.

Regret Level1/10

Apply to multiple PhD programs

Received NSF GRFP, still unsure about major field flexibility

Regret Level4/10

Choosing course levels for my major

I struggled in 100 level classes but excelled in 200 level ones

Regret Level3/10

Apply for research internship after 2nd semester

I applied with limited skills, but gained experience and knowledge

Regret Level3/10

admitted to Stats master's from non-math background

health issues distracted me from studying over the summer

Regret Level8/10

Resubmit poor PowerPoint

Got D on poorly made presentation

Regret Level2/10

Balancing internship and thesis

I'm considering a prestigious internship that might conflict with my thesis

Regret Level5/10

balance academics and lifestyle

I'm still deciding

Regret Level5/10

Decide on Capstone project

Planning to speak with GM about Capstone project

Regret Level1/10

Narrowing down interest too early

Discovered algebraic thinking preference

Regret Level2/10

Take a familiar professor for rapport and networking

Got an A+ in her class, now considering same teacher for new class

Regret Level2/10

Trying to get to know professors despite feeling fake

Approached professors after class, felt like students were using them for benefits

Regret Level8/10

Considering transfer options

Failed to improve GPA, likely dismissed

Regret Level5/10

UF accepted me with low grades

UF may rescind my offer due to low dual-enrollment GPA

Regret Level8/10