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Hey everybody, I've been struggling with this on my college applications. Is it better to list being valedictorian as an award achieved or an honor earned during my high school years? I know both coul …
I've been exploring my college options, and I saw UPenn on a lot of Ivy League lists. Is the University of Pennsylvania actually a part of the Ivy League? I've been researching a lot and I'm still a b …
Hey guys, so I need some advice. I'm debating between the ACT and the SAT, and I want to know from your personal experiences, is the SAT harder than the ACT? I've heard mixed reviews and I'm a little …
I've been hearing rumors about the SAT being curved. Is that true? And if so, does the curve change every time or is it set based on a certain metric? I'm just trying to understand my scores better. T …
Hey guys, once the AP exam scores come out, how do I interpret my results? What's a passing score and how does it factor into college admissions? Can I still get college credit with a score of 3?
Okay, so I've heard from some folks that the ACT is really hard. From others, I've heard it's pretty manageable. Can anyone who's taken it tell me what they thought? I'm trying to figure out if I shou …
Hey, I'm self-studying AP Environmental Science this year. Any veterans out there who can tell me which areas deserves the most attention during reviewing? Also, what were the hardest concepts for you …
So, I've been looking at Stanford as a potential college choice, but I am a tad confused. Is Stanford an Ivy League school? I assumed it was because it's a reputable institution, but it would be great …
I am currently studying for the SATs and some APs, and everybody around me keeps suggesting Khan Academy. But I wonder how much effective their courses are? Has anyone seen an improvement in their sco …
Hey everyone, I'm currently in AP Lang and I'm on the hunt for practice tests to flex my skills. Does anyone know really good resources where I can get practice tests? Hit me up with your best suggest …
Hello! I'm prepping for AP Chem and wanted the inside scoop. Anyone have tips on navigating the curriculum? Which topics are the most important? How did you guys tackle it?
Guys, I could really use some advice. AP chem is kicking my butt. What's the best way to utilise the equations sheet provided? How can I effectively incorporate it into my study routine?
Hey there! I'm a junior trying to map out my senior year and I'm caught in a dilemma. Anyone who can help me understand the difference between the AP Calculus AB and AP Calculus BC courses? And how do …
Hi everyone! I'm currently studying for the AP Calculus AB test and I'm a little lost. Can anyone who has taken the test offer some tips or insights into how to prepare effectively? Thanks in advance!
Hey everyone, I saw the SAT's going to be digital soon. Has anyone heard whether the digital version's easier or harder than the paper version? Any insights would be appreciated.
I'm considering applying to CalTech and I want to know, how good of a school is it? Does anyone have experiences with it or knows someone who does?
I've heard mixed reviews about the difficulty level of AP US History. How true are they? How much of the 'it's sooo tough' claims should I take seriously?
Okay so AP Calculus AB is starting to stress me out! I heard the free response section can be tough. Can anyone who's taken the test before share their experience? Maybe some pitfalls to avoid or tips …
Hints, anyone? I'm contemplating taking AP Stats. How hard is it? Any advice on managing the workload?
How's it going? Struggling a bit with the AP Bio test format... Can anybody help break it down for me? Any specific topics that hold more weight or certain types of questions I should focus on?