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Hey, looking to get a jump on next year or possibly explore a new interest this summer. I was wondering what the most commonly taken summer classes are for high school students? I'm open to both acade …

I've heard from some graduating seniors that there were some classes they took in high school that didn't benefit them much in terms of college or career preparation. Which classes are typically viewe …

Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior and I've been trying to find a club that fits me best. I've joined a few but none really seem to spark my interest. So I'm curious, what are some of the most popul …

I'm in the process of starting my AP US History class, and I was wondering what the most popular textbooks are in high schools across the country? Any suggestions?

Hey everyone! I've been starting to think about what courses I want to take next year and honestly, it's kind of overwhelming. I don't want to end up in a class that won't benefit me long term. Have t …

My high school is quite large, and I sometimes feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of students. It even affects things like access to resources and teacher availability. What are some strategies to c …

I'm at the stage where I'm considering which colleges to apply to. I'm torn between factors like prestige, courses offered, financial aspects, and culture. What, in your experience, is the single most …

Hey guys. I'm second-guessing my decision criteria for picking a college. Now I'm wondering, what is the most important factor when choosing a college according to you seasoned folks? What should I pr …

Being a high school junior, I'm trying to get a jump on prepping for my college years. I wonder what some of the most effective study/learning techniques are for college? Any tips or advice to share?

Everyone always talks about how different college is from high school, and I'm curious, from your experience, what is the most difficult course you've encountered in college? Is it as daunting as they …

Hey there, I'm trying to balance my course load for next year as I wait to hear back about my college acceptances. I want to challenge myself but also aim for a solid GPA. Can anyone enlighten me on w …

Hey, I'm trying to mentally prepare myself for college, so here's a question. What year in college usually carries the most weight socially or is there doesn't matter?

Hello! I want to apply to art schools next year, but not sure what all do they require in the application? Do they require a portfolio? What other elements do they focus on for admission?

Hey everyone, I'm starting to think about the financial aspect of college. I was wondering, are any states particularly generous when it comes to financial aid? Specifically, which ones offer the most …

Hey there. Feeling really driven to attend a college that supports intellectual growth, Can anyone help with this one? Which state college is known for having the most intelligent students?

Hey fam! So I'm amidst some personal stuff right now, and I've been thinking it might be better for me to finish high school online. Does anyone know some really flexible virtual high schools? Flexibi …

I'm considering studying abroad in my senior year. What's considered the most famous high school in the world and why? What kind of reputation does it have?

I've been hearing a lot about the most famous high school dropouts and it got me thinking, do all successful high school dropouts had the same wild ride or there are some who made it big in a less dra …

So I've been thinking about bringing a TV to college for my dorm room. Just curious, what's the limit on the TV size I can bring to most colleges? I don't want to accidentally buy a TV that's too big!

Hello everyone! I'm pondering on something quite trivial - but really, what is considered the most famous high school in the US? Is there a certain school that's known nationwide for whatever reason? …