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Can anyone please share some examples of the type of awards and honors I should include in my college application? I want to take advantage and capture everything.
So I'm starting to look into college apps and I know that getting good reference letters is important. Can anyone describe what a solid recommendation for a student should look like? Are there specifi …
Aloha! Has anyone got data about the acceptance rate for the University of Hawaii at Manoa? How competitive is it to get in there? Thanks!
Hi all, I'm starting to think more seriously about going out-of-state for college, but I'm a bit worried about the cost. Do any of you know some colleges that are known for having affordable out-of-st …
I'm a high school junior and Lehigh University is one of my top choices. Does anyone know what the SAT score range is for admitted students? I just want to make sure I'm on the right path. Thanks!
What's up everyone? I'm targeting Stanford but a little worried about my ACT score. Does anyone know the average ACT score for accepted students? Is it as crazy as I imagine it to be?
Hi! I'm planning to apply to Holy Cross, but I'm not sure where I stand academically. What is the average GPA there? Will a 3.4 hold me back?
The stage is practically my second home, and I'd love to pursue my passion for theatre in college. I'm in the process of forming my college list, and I'm curious to know which colleges are known for t …
So, I've looked at the admission averages and my GPA is 3.44. I'm not sure if this is high enough for my dream schools. Can I still get into a selective college with this? Also, how does this GPA stac …
Hey guys, I'm confused about this weighted GPA thing. So is a weighted GPA calculated on a 5.0 scale? How does it work for AP, honors, and college-prep classes? Trying to figure out where I stand for …
Hello everyone! I'm starting my ACT prep and it's a bit overwhelming. Can someone tell me how many questions are typically on the ACT test? Thanks in advance!
Hey, I'm interested in law and planning on pursuing it in college. I'd love to get some hands-on experience before then. Anyone know of law internships that are open to high school students? Preferabl …
Hey folks, I'm working on my college applications and realize I need my high school transcripts. Any idea how I can get them? Does it vary by school or are there usually standard procedures to follow?
Hey guys, I am in the process of deciding on my SAT dates and I have heard that the October SAT might fit in better with my schedule. Does anyone know when it is exactly?
I’m a junior and definitely see myself in the medical field in the future. What's the journey like? Are there any exams I need to take during or after my undergrad to become a doctor?
Hey everyone, I'm a current junior struggling with deciding what I want to major in. There are so many options, and my school counselors give me broad categories. Could anyone tell me about the less c …
Hi everyone, I'm thinking about applying to Juilliard University for their music program. Does anyone know the general acceptance rate there? I know it's quite competitive, but I would just like to un …
Hey everyone, has any of y'all had any experience with the Boston University Summer Challenge program? I'm a junior considering applying to it for this summer. Is it worth it? What was your experience …
Hello! I've been researching Emory and their admission requirements, but I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. Does anyone know if Emory values GPA, test scores, or extracurriculars more? Any advice would be …
I've got a DBQ coming up in APUSH and I could really use some pointers. Are there any tips for structuring these essays or maybe some good examples to follow? Thanks!