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How do I prep efficiently for the SAT reading test?

Hi everyone, I'm a rising junior. I've been struggling a bit with the Reading portion of the SAT. Are there any specific strategies you guys find effective? Any insight would be really appreciated!

a year ago

Military service with completed college credits?

Hey there, has anyone got an idea about how it works if you want to join the military halfway through college, like if you've only completed some credits but haven't graduated? Does having completed s …

a year ago

What were the Harvard Admissions Lawsuit implications?

Hey folks, I've heard a bit about the Harvard admissions lawsuit, but I don't fully understand the implications. Could anyone explain the impacts it might have had on the college application process?

a year ago

Can I get some info on what it's like at large universities?

How are you all doing? I'm currently considering applying to some large universities, but I'm a bit intimidated about the size. Can anyone who's at a large university talk about their experiences? Do …

a year ago

What's the latest scoop on undergrad engineering school rankings?

Sup guys, I've been really considering Engineering as my major. Does anyone have the latest rankings of the best engineering programs for undergrads? Also, how much weight should I put on these rankin …

a year ago

ACT Score for Columbia University

Prospective Columbia Uni applicant here, earnestly seeking clarity on their ACT score range. What's the typical ACT score for admitted students? I've got a decent score, but knowing their ballpark ran …

a year ago

Navigating Financial Aid at San Jose State?

Hey guys, I'm considering San Jose State as one of my top choices but I'm honestly feeling lost when it comes to the financial aid process. Can someone walk me through what kind of aid I can expect at …

a year ago

Which Calculators are Allowed on the ACT?

Alright guys, I'm going to take the ACT soon and I was wondering what calculators are allowed? I've heard different things from different people, so could use the collective knowledge here to clear th …

a year ago

Class load for high school seniors

Hey, guys and gals! Now that we're looking at our last year, how many hard classes should we aim to take? I don't wanna cram too much but don't want things too easy either.

a year ago

Does joining the military guarantee free college education?

Hey there, stressed junior here. I've been considering my post-grad options and the benefits of military service popped up. I've heard somewhere about the military paying for college? How true is this …

a year ago

Getting into Job Shadowing as a High School Junior

Yo everyone, I've been considering job shadowing to gain some real-world experience and get an idea of what career I might want to pursue. Do you guys know how to get started with that? How do I appro …

a year ago

What kind of Awards can boost my College Application?

Hey everyone, I'm starting to compile my extracurricular achievements for my applications, but I'm wondering what types of awards colleges find impressive or meaningful. Are there specific awards or h …

a year ago

Contemplating Military Service After College: Any Tips?

Hey everyone! Lately, the thought of joining the military after I finish college has been on my mind. For those of you who have done it or are planning to do so, could you provide any tips or insights …

a year ago

Getting into University of Washington Tacoma

Hi! Been scouting around for colleges to put on my list and the University of Washington Tacoma seems like a good fit. How difficult is it to get in? What are their admission standards like? Thanks!

a year ago

What are Auburn's general admission requirements?

Hey there! So, Auburn's one of my top choices but I'm not sure if I meet all the criteria. Does anyone have a complete list of their general admission requirements that they could share?

a year ago

Does the Military Pay for College Upon Enlisting?

Question: If you join the military, do they offer some sort of program that pays for your college? I hear a lot of conflicting information and I really want to figure out if it's a viable workaround f …

a year ago

Benefits of Joining the Military: Free College?

Hey, so a little lost on the way the military benefits work. If someone were to join the military, would they cover the cost of your college education? What would that plan look like, if there is one? …

a year ago

Choosing Army Over University: Good or Bad?

Hi there, folks. I've recently started thinking about whether I should attend college or join the military right after high school. I mean, the idea of college is awesome but the financial stress is a …

a year ago

Dropout to Military?

Honestly, college has been nothing short of struggle for me. I'm considering dropping out and joining the military. Anyone who's got experience in this field or who has been in a similar situation hav …

a year ago

Confused by DBQs in history class

Hey everyone, I'm having a tough time with DBQs in my history class. What exactly is a DBQ and how should I approach answering them? Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

a year ago
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