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Hey guys! I'm on the lookout for some of the most prestigious awards that a high schooler can win. I think such achievements can spice up my college applications. Any recommendations?

Hi folks! I'm really into poetry, and I'd love to get a head start by knowing which poems are often studied at the high school level. Are there any particular ones that seem to keep popping up? And do …

Haven't attended a high school dance before, as I've spent previous years just focusing on studies. However, I'm considering attending one this year. Can anyone give me a general idea of when most hig …

Hey, folks! Just out of curiosity, what states are known to be really strict on their high school education system? Like tougher curriculum, standards, tests, and stuff? Does anyone have a clue?

What are the most taken AP classes in high school? Do these popular classes give an edge in college applications?

Hey all, not sure if this is the right place to ask, but I read an article about high school dropout rates recently and I've been curious. Which type of schools (public, private, charter, etc.) have t …

I'm a junior from California and trying to explore college options. Do you guys know which university is favored most by my fellow Californian high school students?

Hey forum, given the importance of inclusivity and acceptance in my life, I'm prioritizing LGBT-friendly environments in my college search. Does anyone have any insights on which colleges are consider …

So, I find the role social media plays in everyone's life super interesting. Does anyone know which social media network is currently the 'top' or most popular among high school students these days?

Now, this might seem a bit random, but I swear there's a reason behind it. I need to know for a writing project I'm doing: what age are most freshman in high school?

Everyone keeps saying it's super important to graduate from high school. It made me wonder - what typically happens to the students who drop out? I mean, do all paths essentially close for them?

I've heard a lot of mixed opinions on which high school year is the most crucial when it comes to college applications. I'm just entering my junior year, and it's all so overwhelming. Could someone th …

Hey colleagues, this SAT stuff is mind boggling! Do you know what SAT score most colleges want to see on applications? I know it can range but what's the 'competitive' score?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out what to do if I don't graduate high school. Not the plan, but it's important to consider all possibilities. So, what kind of jobs could I look into that would st …

Just trying to budget out my college applications and I was wondering, what's the most expensive application fee you've come across? I know they can range but just trying to get a sense of the upper l …

Just an earnest question here... I'm kind of in the middle of choosing between a well-known, brand-name college and a less known, but still good school. Does anyone know who benefits the most from att …

Hi, I'm trying to compile a list of the most prestigious high schools in the US. Do these kinds of high schools give you a better shot at getting into top colleges, or is it more about my individual a …

Hi guys! This may sound a bit weird, but I'm super intrigued by royalty. I was just wondering, does anyone know where most royals attend high school? Is there a popular choice around the world for roy …

Hi there! Anyone know what the most popular degree or majors are at Whittier College?

My high school is located in Coral Springs, Florida and we're looking to up our profile. We have strong academics and a range of fantastic extracurriculars, but feel like we're overshadowed by more po …