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I've just stumbled upon the Common Data Set for Colby College. It seems packed with information, but it’s a bit overwhelming to decipher. Can anyone break down the most important pieces of information …
Hey there, I'm working on my college essays and I want to find a dynamic and challenging debatable topic that could help my application stand out. Could anyone suggest some themes or ideas? I'm willin …
Hi folks! I've been thinking about trying to get into research during my time in high school. Can anyone suggest how I can go about this? What steps should I follow? Are there any recommended programs …
Hello everyone, I'm a junior strongly considering a career in nutrition. I'm hoping to find a college with a strong nutrition program. Can anyone recommend colleges that have excellent programs within …
Hey everyone, I've a speech due next month for my public speaking class. I was hoping to find a topic that's not just persuasive, but also fun. Like, something that can get the class really engaged an …
Hey all, I've got my AP Lang synthesis essay coming up. Does anyone have any example essays, outline format, or proven strategies that might help?
I'm part of the debate team at school and we're looking for fresh topics that are controversial and will lead to interesting arguments. Any suggestions are appreciated!
I'm thinking about majoring in biomedical engineering and would love some suggestions on good schools for this program. I know schools like MIT and Stanford are super prestigious, but do you have any …
I am really fond of writing and wish to participate in some high school essay contests. Do you guys know of any notable or prestigious ones I could look into? What are your experiences with essay cont …
I'm absolutely stumped on the UChicago supplemental essay. They are known for their creative and thought-provoking prompts. Does anyone have any tips on where to start or how to approach their essays?
I'm starting to look seriously into colleges, and I'm trying to understand everything that might impact my experience there. One thing I've heard about is retention rates. How important are retention …
Hey! I'm starting to brainstorm for my college personal statement and was wondering what prompts others have found interesting or challenging? If anyone has advice on how to pick one that really allow …
Just started considering applying to a Jesuit college due to their emphasis on holistic education. Anyone have any insights or experiences with these institutions?
Hi everyone! I need to give a persuasive speech for my English class...I want it to resonate with my peers. Any topic suggestions that would engage a teenage audience and also give room for effective …
I'm starting to think about my college applications and want to get a head start on my essays. What are some effective strategies for approaching college essay prompts, especially for the 2024-25 appl …
I have a competition coming up and need to choose a topic for my original oratory speech. I'm looking for something that can be both personal and resonate with the audience. Any cool ideas or advice o …
Hi everyone! I've been thinking about applying to some of the Ivy League colleges, but I'm a bit overwhelmed by the choices. Based on academics alone, how would you rank them? I understand that it can …
Just a simple question - what grades are considered the 'usual' for a student in America to take the SAT? My school doesn't have a specific recommendation so any help would be appreciated!
Currently, I'm studying for the AP Physics C Mechanics exam but I'm a bit stressed out. Is there any way I can predict my score like a calculator or tool that approximates based on practice test perfo …
Hey everyone! I'm really into writing and I think I'm pretty good at it (teachers said so too, not just self-proclaimed). Does anyone know about some reputable high school writing competitions I could …