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Teachers Recommendation Letters?

When asking teachers to write college Letters of Recommendation, how do I make sure the teacher is aware of my list of accomplishments so they write a meaningful letter?

Also, can a person other than a …

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How can I make my application stand out during Corona?

I am a freshman, and I want to know how to make my application stand out during corona. If I’m going to work hard to get into a prestigious university, how do I make myself stand out during these time …

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Should I take the essay portion for the SAT/ACT?

I am going to be a senior next year and I have take the ACT once (without the essay) and I have not taken the SAT at all. I am planning on registering for ACTs and SATs, but I do not know if I should …

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• 6 years ago • Admissions Advice
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Karma issues

So I recently failed to complete an essay review, I know that is bad ok. But the penalty started at 24 hours of not being able to review and now it has gone up to 48. My karma is also going down. And …

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Is it worth taking SAT Subject Tests?

I'm a sophomore and I want to major in computer science at an engineering school. I was planning on taking Math 2 and Chemistry since most people recommend math and a science test for engineering stud …

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Extracurricular activities for biology?

I really need to boost up my extracurriculars but where I’m from they’re not really important to universities, and the school I plan on studying at really emphasizes on them. Any ideas for some on mol …

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Is my college application good?

I am a sophomore studying in India and a US citizen. These are all the things I have decided to do for colleges like MIT. Tell if they’re good and add any suggestions. Thank you:

AP- Calculus AB,BC;Sta …

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Lehigh

Does Lehigh have a good business program?

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Would it be a good idea to write about how I traveled to costa rica for Spanish for my common application essay

One of the prompts for the common app essay reads "Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others." Would it be …

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Supplementary Essay help!

Hello! I'm applying to Harvard a school that values community and leadership. In my personal essay i have spoken on my impact on community, but in my supplementary essay i have two main option. I can …

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Should I apply to the UC schools if I'm out of state?

I am a rising senior sorting through what schools I want to apply to. As of right now I have a total of 16 schools, two of which are UCs. Since all UC schools use one application and I qualify for a f …

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Where to start for attending abroad?

Where should I start with looking into attending college abroad? I’ve started taking notes on some expectations and requirements. How can I make myself look a more impressive outside candidate?

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Extracurriculars for Psychology?

I'm a rising junior and I intend to become a adolescent and young adult therapist. What extracurriculars can I do to learn more about mental health and promote myself to universities?

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Extra Curricular activites

What extracurricular activities should I do that stand out the most for a business career?

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International Student will apply for a full aid scholarship with optional standardized tests

I am an international student who will apply to get a full-ride scholarship.

I have 4.00 on 4 scale GPA (unweighted)

I expect to get 113 out of 120 on TOEFL.

I will apply as SAT optional cause there are …

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Is FPS a “highly prestigious national level individual competition”?

Is winning FPS International competition a tier A accomplishment? I don’t know whether it falls under this category even though it’s well-established and international, because I don’t know what count …

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If I wanted to major in business, should I apply to Emory because you are not guaranteed to get into their business...

If I wanted to major in business, should I apply to Emory because you are not guaranteed to get into their business school since you do not apply until the middle of your second year of college?

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Should I apply to the UC schools if I'm out of state?

I am a rising senior sorting through what schools I want to apply to. As of right now I have a total of 16 schools, two of which are UCs. Since all UC schools use one application and I qualify for a f …

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How to Brainstorm for College Essays

I am having writer's block in trying to come up with an essay topic and need some brainstorming tips. What are some ways to come up with a good essay topic?

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What are some awards or recognitions that would make me stand out as an ivy league applicant?

I really want to get into a top school, especially Yale. However, I am afraid that my ECs and test scores may lack the competitive edge that most accepted students would have. If I were to have some k …

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