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Curious about the toughest AP subjects?

I'll have some open slots in my senior year and I want to challenge myself. So, what are considered the hardest APs generally? I plan to do my research and prepare over the summer.

2 years ago

Penn State Supplemental Essay

So, I'm applying to Penn State and trying to wrap my head around their supplemental essay. What are they looking for in the response? And do you guys have any tips or strategies to approach this essay …

2 years ago

What are some degrees considered as 'easy'?

Hey everyone, I'm just curious, I keep hearing about 'easy' degrees in college, but what does this really mean? Can anyone give me some examples? I'm not trying to take the easy way out, I'm just inte …

2 years ago

Cal State Rankings - How to Evaluate?

Super confused about the Cal State rankings. For one, what criteria are used to determine these rankings? And how much weight should I be placing on these rankings when deciding which Cal State to app …

2 years ago

Looking for information about the most demanding undergraduate majors?

Hey peeps, in your opinion, what's the hardest undergraduate major to study and why? Any insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

2 years ago

Importance of GPA in Specific High School Years

I've heard it tossed around a lot that certain years in high school are more important for your GPA in the college admissions process. Do colleges specifically pay more attention to your GPA in one pa …

2 years ago

Oldest Universities in the US

I'm doing a little project about the oldest universities in the US. Could someone help out with a list of such universities and maybe also give me a heads up about anything unique or interesting about …

2 years ago

Help needed to Figure GPA on a 4.0 Scale!

Recently, I've been confused about converting my current GPA to a 4.0 scale. Can anyone guide me through the process and recommend some formulas that you found accurate and reliable? I'm not sure if m …

2 years ago

Free Application Colleges - Any Suggestions?

I'm just starting my college search, and I'm really worried about how quickly the application fees can add up for all the schools I'm considering. Are there good colleges out there that have free appl …

2 years ago

Tips for Writing Georgetown Supplemental Essays?

Hey all, so I'm applying to Georgetown and a bit puzzled about their supplemental essays. Can anyone share some tips or strategies they found helpful when tackling these prompts? I want my voice and s …

2 years ago

Exploring East Coast Universities

Hi all, I'm starting to consider where I want to apply for college next year and I am particularly interested in institutions located on the East Coast. Can anyone recommend some notable East Coast un …

2 years ago

Common App Essay Prompts for 2024-25

Kinda jumping the gun here, but I'm trying to get a head start on my Common App. Does anyone know if the essay prompts for the 2024-25 cycle have been released? I'm eager and would appreciate any tips …

2 years ago

How Do 'PIQ' Prompts Work in College Applications?

I came across the term 'PIQ' prompts while looking into university applications. Can someone explain what they are and how I should tackle them? What are some strategies to approach these effectively? …

2 years ago

Colleges with Strong Marine Biology Programs

I'm really interested in Marine Biology and hope to major in it. Can anyone suggest colleges with strong programs in this field? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

National Honor Society Essay - where to start?

I've got to write an essay for my National Honor Society application and the anxiety is starting to set in. Any tips on where to start, or how to pick a subject? What are they looking for in these ess …

2 years ago

Inquiry about the most common sport in high schools

Hi all. Just a bit curious here, which sport can be considered the most popular or common in high schools nationwide?

2 years ago

How to write a strong recommendation letter for a student?

Hey there! My coach agreed to write me a recommendation letter for colleges, but has no idea where to start. Is there a go-to example or template that they could use? Any specific points or details th …

2 years ago

Expanding Vocabulary

Hello! I'm trying to elevate my speech and writing by using more sophisticated language. To boost SAT verbal scores and write better essays, I'm seeking advice on expanding my vocabulary. Any cool tec …

2 years ago

Decoding the 4.0 GPA grading Scale

I'm a little confused on how to accurately figure out my GPA on a 4.0 scale. Can someone walk me through the process or link to a resource that simplifies it for high school grades? Appreciate it!

2 years ago

What's considered to be the easiest degree to obtain?

Hey everyone, I'm kinda swamped with my extracurriculars and I'm seeking for a balanced college life. So, what are some of the easiest degrees to pursue in college? Any suggestions?

2 years ago
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