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How much do my senior year grades of the 2nd semester matter in comparrison to the work load colleges see when i apply?

I am considering taking 4 AP classes this fall to catch up to the average 6-7 my class usually takes. I am a bit concerned becasue I've only taken 1 before, and it is senior year so it will be a bit s …

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Can I change my regular classes to advanced standing classes at the beginning of the school year?

I am starting high school next month, and I am hoping I can change my english and history classes to advanced standing classes by then. Can anyone confirm that this is possible and that I’m not too la …

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Weight of each application component if not submitting ACT or SAT

How will the different parts of the application be weighed if an ACT or SAT score is not included in the application?

Like many other students, I was unable to take standardized tests because of COVID …

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6 years agoAdmissions Advice
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To or not to write about COVID19 for my personal statement?

I feel like COVID19 will be a very common topic in this year's essay pool - I don't want to take the risk of writing a cliche/over-done topic.

However, I think my experience with COVID19 was unique? M …

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How can I participate in Extra-Curricular Activities amid the pandemic?

I am a rising senior in Texas and I am a little concerned about my extra-curricular activities. I moved from overseas in my 10th grade to Texas and so I didn't have a chance to complete any volunteer …

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Will using a system specific application show interest?

A school I’m looking at has its own application and is on common and coalition. I know the application are the same but is there any boost to the intangibles such as demonstrated interest? (The school …

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Is it beneficial to self-study APs or should I just stick to my school's curriculum?

My school puts a limit on how many APs we are allowed to take(for example, we are not allowed to do double of one subject), but I am interested in taking more history APs. Is it a good idea to self-st …

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6 years agoAdmissions Advice
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What should i do to make my mark and stand out early for my college application as a freshman?

I am i going to be a freshman and i just wanted to see if anyone can help me with any way i can stand out early for my college application. We are doing an online course for the next 6 weeks, im not s …

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Extracurricular,AP,SAT ll

Hello I’m from Jordan. I go to unknown/not famous government school that doesn’t offer any AP , after class activities or even an admission counselor. I’m very passionate and my dream to study in us …

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Is a BS in Nursing a good pre-med track?

Hey! I am a senior in high school and I have been contemplating on what I should major in. I know that I want to work in the healthcare field, but there are so many options for me to choose from. I ha …

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When should I take the SAT if I want to get admission by December 2020? Are two months enough for its preparation?

When should I take the TOEFL? Will a month after the SAT be alright?

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Extracurriculars

Good afternoon,

My collegevine chances have continuously indicated that my course rigor and my extracurriculars could potentially compensate for my lower gpa (unweighted: 3.53 weighted:4.0) when apply …

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Which ACT Prep book should I get?

From my earlier question I’ve decided to take the ACT over the SAT but now the question is what prep book should I get. I thought SAT/ACT prep books were expensive but when I checked amazon I found so …

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how are my extra curriculars?

Hiii. I’m only a high school freshman, but I’m hoping to get a good head start on finding colleges.

So, I just want to get some honest opinions on whether or not my EC’s are “good” or not. Suggestions …

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Is it necessary to max out on AP Classes in senior year?

I am a rising senior signed up for 3 out of 5 possible AP Classes and planning to self study an AP exam not offered at my school.

My school offers AP Chemistry, AP Comp Sci Principles, AP Literature, …

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6 years agoAdmissions Advice
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Commitment hours on activities section of common app

Over the summer, I volunteered at the Red Cross but my hours varied each week. Sometimes I only volunteered 5 hours a week while other times I did 10 hours a week. How should I report my hours per wee …

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Should I take the SAT or the ACT?

I’m about to be a senior and I was just wondering should I take the SAT or ACT. I know people’s opinions differ with some preferring one over the other, but I just want a general opinion. Most people …

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Do the rigor of my classes senior year matter in the application process? Should I take more AP’s?

I have only taken 1 AP (AP Lang and scored a 5) going into my senior year. A lot of my friends have taken up to 5 already. I want my application to be as competitive as theirs, but I don’t know if tha …

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Any extracurricular advice if i plan on majoring in mathematics?

This fall i am going to be a sophomore, and i want to start doing extracurriculars i was wondering if anyone could help me with which extracurriculars would benefit me when applying to colleges in the …

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