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Should I take the SAT?

I am a sophomore in the United States. My GPA in the first semester is 3.87. Due to COVID, colleges are making it test-optional. I do not know if I should take SAT because I do not want to focus a lot …

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Hello,how can I get into an ivy league, with being a transfer student or having a previous degree?

Hi am African, Nigerian precisely, what is the possibility of getting into an ivy league, especially on a scholarship base,can a SAT score get me into a prestigious school,I am also a fresher,I don't …

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What do I do if there are no options in my country?

I'm from Spain, and there's no way of doing volunteer here or extracurricular activities, so I do not know what to write in the Activities part of the application. The only special kind of thing I've …

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should I be including honors on common app application?

Hi there!

I am a college transfer student who just recently graduated from my community college with honors. I am applying to universities with the common app and I just wanted to know if graduating wi …

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Should I take AP English Language and Composition in junior year?

I am currently a sophomore in high school. I want to take 4 APs to make my transcript look good. I have decided to take AP United States History, AP Psychology, and AP Biology. I am currently deciding …

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Leadership Opportunities?

Hello there,

I have a great predicament. My school has a writing center where upperclassmen (Juniors and Seniors) can read lowerclassmen papers/writing and give them feedback. I always wanted to join, …

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Help! AP classes

I need help with info about AP classes. Our school uses the pre-AP program, which is what I'm doing as a freshman. We are choosing our classes and AP classes for next year. My dream is to get into U P …

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Is UOFA(University of Arizona) a good choice for cyber security

Is University of Arizona a good choice if I want to have a career in cyber security? I know there are big colleges such as Carnegie Mellon which are ranked in the top but if my scores are not good eno …

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5 years ago
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Does GPA matter more than a good sat or act score

If I have a 3.00 gpa but I get a high sat score (1400+) can I apply and have a good chance of getting into a good college even with the average gpa

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Is it possible to improve an academic profile with tests alone?

The way my school does AP is that you need to maintain a certain GPA then apply for AP classes. I got rejected from every single AP class I signed up for. So I can't rely on class rigor to improve my …

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How can I develop a spike in animal activism. Please give me extracurriculars activities examples related to animal acti

How can I develop a spike in animal activism and please give me extracurricular activities ideas on animal activism and animal rights. How can I develop my narrative and market myself as an animal act …

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Will CUNY schools require SAT/ACT in 2024/2025?

I’m a junior and I have a feeling I won’t be taking any Standard tests in high school. I’ll be attending community college and hopefully graduate with an associate’s in 2024. I’ll then be applying to …

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What Summer Courses should you take as a rising sophomore?

Hi! As a rising sophomore, I am keen on taking a summer course or program. I have been doing some research and this is what I have collected so far:

1) Paying thousands of dollars to colleges doesn't …

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I'm a freshman and I am interested in many subjects. What is recommended that I do from here especially with the summer?

I am a freshman and I am interested in many subjects. I have many interests but am unable to choose between them. What is a recommended Summer Program then? Also, as a current freshman, are there are …

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Why did you choose your ivy league school?

I'm a freshman researching some different colleges and I want to work in public policy/government when I'm older and I've heard an ivy league school is one of the best places to get a jumpstart on tha …

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Activities for political-science/foreign policy majors?

Hi! I'm a current freshman who's already on the debate team and involved in some other non-policy extracurriculars and I'm looking for some activities/internships that could make me really stand out o …

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Was the feedback that I gave a peer received?

I worked really hard on reviewing an essay. The essay I read was phenomenal so I worked my hardest to give feedback that was just as good. I submitted it seconds after the 1 hour expiration. When I su …

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Extracurriculars/Summer Programs to get into an Ivy League school

If you were accepted into/will be attending an Ivy League or other prestigious university, what kinds of extracurriculars, summer programs, and competitions did you do throughout high school? (For ref …

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Common interview questions

What are some common questions that are asked at college interviews with alumni? Preparing for an interview.

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