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Hi everyone!
I’m starting the Schulich BBA program in Fall 2026, and honestly, I’m already a little stressed about first year.
I need to take an extra 6 credits of non-business electives, and since I’m an international student who’s probably going to specialize in Finance, I’m trying to protect my GPA with my life.
So… what are the easiest, most GPA-friendly non-business courses you’d recommend? Is it better to take two 3-credit courses or one 6-credit course?
Also, if you have any random Schulich survival tips, things you wish you knew in first year, professors to avoid, clubs to join, or literally any advice for a stressed first-year student, please share. I’m already low-key panicking and classes haven’t even started yet. 🥲
Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,
I’m taking the Duolingo English Test in about 3–4 days, and based on my recent practice tests, I think I’m currently around the 125 level.
My teacher believes I can probably get 125, but we’re not very confident about reaching 130 yet.
My strongest section is writing. My weaker sections are speaking and reading, especially speaking. Sometimes I struggle with fluency, organization, and making small grammar mistakes while speaking under time pressure.
Given that I only have a few days left, what would you focus on if your goal was to move from 125 to 130?
More full practice tests?
Speaking drills?
Reading practice?
Vocabulary review?
Something else?
I’d especially appreciate advice from people who improved from around 120–125 to 130+ in a short period of time.
Thanks!

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for some advice. I need a 130 on the Duolingo English Test and I only have 14 days left before my next attempt. I’ve already taken the test twice and got 120 both times. My strongest skill is writing (around 130–135), but my speaking is usually between 110–120 and my reading is around 110–115.

Has anyone here managed to go from 120 to 130+ in a short period of time? If so, what made the biggest difference for you? Did you follow a specific study plan, work with a tutor, or focus on certain question types? I’m ready to study intensively over the next two weeks, but I want to make sure I’m focusing on the right things. Any advice or success stories would be greatly appreciated!🤍🫶🏻

Hey everyone,
I need to get 130 on the Duolingo English Test for university, and my deadline is June 1.
I’ve done the practice test around 4–5 times recently, and I keep getting 120–130. I know I probably need to be getting 130–140 in practice to feel safer for the real test.
My biggest weakness is Reading, and then Speaking. I’m honestly getting pretty stressed because I don’t have much time left.
If anyone here managed to go from around 120–130 to 130+ in a short time, what actually helped you? Any tips, resources, or study routine for Reading and Speaking would be really helpful.
Thanks a lot🫶🏻