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Hey friends, I'm curious about the undergraduate interview process at Johns Hopkins. Is it required for all applicants, or just some? And how should I prepare for it?
Hey! I'm a high school junior super passionate about engineering. I'd love to get more involved in engineering projects, workshops, or even internships. Anyone know any opportunities for high school s …
Hey guys! I was wondering if you could help me name at least three competitions that high school students can participate in, preferably in the fields of STEM, humanities, or business. I'm looking to …
Yo! I'm a junior and I've been researching Penn State for a while now. Does anyone have any information on what kind of essay questions they might ask on their application? I want to get a head start …
Hey guys, I'm really interested in humanities subjects like history, English, and philosophy, and I was wondering if anyone knows of any cool internships for high school students in those areas? I'd l …
Hello everyone! I'm working on the UC application, and I'm struggling with essay 2. I'm hoping some of you who have already been through this process could share an example or give advice on what work …
Hi! I'm currently working on my UC applications and feeling a bit overwhelmed. I'd love to see some examples of successful UC applications or read about your personal experiences with the UC applicati …
So, I've been asked to write a roommate essay as part of my college application. I'm not sure how to approach it. What are some good topics and tips I should consider to ensure my essay stands out and …
Hey everyone, I'm currently deciding between Michigan State University (MSU) and University of Michigan (U of M). I know they're both great schools, but I'm wondering how they differ in terms of campu …
I'm about to take HL Chemistry in my senior year and I've heard it's a really challenging subject. Does anyone have any tips or study advice for success in this class? Thanks in advance for your help!
Hey y'all! I've been working really hard in my college classes and am ending this semester with a 3.25 GPA. Do you think this is a good GPA in college or should I aim higher? Any input would be great!
Hey everyone! I'm considering what to study in college, and I'm really into aerospace engineering. Is aerospace engineering typically offered as a major at most colleges or is it more of a specialized …
Hey, I'm looking for high school internship opportunities in my area. Can anyone suggest any resources or advice on how to find a good internship? Thanks in advance!
Hi! I'm planning on applying for Questbridge and I know that recommendation letters are a part of the application. When is the deadline for my teachers and counselor to submit their letters? I want to …
Hi everyone! I've been thinking about potentially going to law school after I finish my undergrad. What should I be doing during high school and college to make myself a strong candidate for law schoo …
I'm applying to UIUC and I want to know if anyone has any tips for writing the supplemental essays. What should I focus on and how can I showcase my interests effectively?
Hey friends, I'm working on some short personal essays for college apps and I was wondering if anyone would be willing to share their own examples? Could use some guidance!
I have a DBQ paper due in AP European History soon, and I'm kind of nervous about it. Can anyone give some tips or strategies to tackle these types of papers effectively?
Hey guys! I'm thinking about majoring in computer science when I go to college. I'm considering taking AP Statistics in my senior year, but do you think it's a valuable course for someone interested i …
What's the best way to log volunteer hours for college applications? Do I need to keep track myself or will the organizations I volunteer with provide me with documentation?