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Independent Projects

Hello y'all!

I'm currently interested in doing an AI project that helps classify some medical imaging, and I was hoping to get my research published in a journal (something like IYNA). However, I'm thi …

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type of classes

Which is better??

 
AP classes
94%
 
Honor Classes
5%
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University

How many universities should we typically apply to?

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What to put this as?

As part of my AP Macroeconomics class, we took part in a one-off competition (https://econchallenge.unl.edu/). On a team of 4 (IDK if it matter but I was the top student on my team) we placed 10th sta …

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Extracurricular activities

This fall I will be a Junior, and the only Extracurricular activity that I have are clubs. What are some Extracurricular activities I could take that good colleges take into consideration ??

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chance simulator

When using the chance simulator. I have noticed depending on the college your high SAT score can outweigh your poor GPA. Some collages become safety schools even having a .6 lower GPA then average but …

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Regarding AP exams

I am from India,I want to apply to Cornell University for the class of 2026.Most of the high schools in india do not provide AP classes. Should I take them separately or is it ok not to take th AP co …

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Is independent research a valid/good extracurricular?

I am passionate about biochemistry and global healthcare, and have been working on independent research/research papers (some with the guidance/mentorship of a professor) regarding a few topics. I am …

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My admission chance at Harvard

Hello,

My admission chance at Harvard is 4%–13%. Can I try to enroll or this is too low to have a real chance?

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Is it easier to get into schools in-state or out of state?

I have heard that it is easier to get in in-state because colleges think you're more likely to go the closer you are, but I've also heard that you're more likely to get in out-of-state because college …

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I've been trying to build my EC profile, but my school doesn't offer enough that stand out. Does anyone have tips?

I already participate in a few EC's at my school like NHS, beta club, Spanish club and cheer, but I just feel like that's not enough to really set myself apart, and the extracurriculars at my school a …

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Calculate my chances as a veteran

The chance me calculator seems to only apply to high school students. I graduated high school over 10 years ago and joined the military in 2011. I will be separating soon and applying to schools as a …

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If I had my S.A.T. and A.C.T scores sent automatically to a school, can I still apply test optional to that School??

I'm in 11th grade and I have a 3.94 g.p.a. I have a compromised immune system so quarantine has been long and hard for me. Unfortunately, my test scores are not where they should be.

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How to do a resume for reccomender?

I asked my teachers for rec-letters but I don't really have the information to send them, I investigated sharing my resume with them it's a great move, however, I try to find guides for High Schoolers …

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productivity during summer

Summer is coming soon and I want to be productive during the break. I am also going to be a Freshman in high school this fall so I am pretty early in terms of thinking about college but I really want …

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Ap Testing

I have not prepared very much for my AP test. Is it better to take it and very likely get a bad score, or just not take it at all?

Thanks

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CollegeVine Chancing Engine change

My chancing for Harvard says 29-43% on the chancing simulator but on the dashboard it says <25% with the same stats on both. Why is it different and why did Collegevine change it to not give exact per …

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Help on improving my ECs in quarantine!

Hello! I'm a Brazilian student and I really wanted to go to Yale, Columbia (probably the dual BA with Sciences Po) or UChicago. In entered high school last year, and it's been more than a year since I …

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How do I start to go above and beyond with my extracurriculars?

I'm through freshman year! I've laid down my foundations and now I want to excel. The problem is that I just don't quite know how to get to the next level. I don't really know where to start or exactl …

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Where can I calculate my chances?

Hello! College Vine was updated and now I can't calculate my chances. When I click on the button saying "calculate my chances" it goes to my profile and it doesn't say my chances of being accepted to …

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