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Full ride scholarships for international students in the USA?

Hi everyone, I'm an international student hoping to study in the United States. I'm looking for full-ride scholarship opportunities offered to international students. Could anyone share some info or r …

2 years ago

What to expect in junior year science class?

Hey peeps, I'll be a junior pretty soon, and I'm curious about what to expect in science class. What types of classes/topics are covered during junior year? Any suggestions on how to prepare over the …

2 years ago

Morehouse College: All-Male?

Hey everyone! I've been researching Morehouse College lately and wanted to find out if it's an all-male school. Can someone confirm this for me, and if so, how does that affect campus life and the ove …

2 years ago

What makes a narrative essay engaging?

Hey everyone! I'm trying to write a college essay and decided to go with a narrative style. What are some elements that make a narrative essay interesting and engaging for the reader?

2 years ago

Does MIT superscore the SAT?

Hey friends, so I've taken the SAT a couple times, and I think my performance in individual sections was better in different attempts. I heard some schools superscore the SAT - does MIT do that too? T …

2 years ago

Understanding Recommendation Letters

Hi everyone! I'm kinda new to the whole college application process. How do recommendation letters work, and who should I ask to write them?

2 years ago

Is a 1430 SAT score impressive?

Hey, I just got my SAT score and it's a 1430. I wanted to know if this is a competitive score for college admissions or if I need to try for a higher score. All feedback is appreciated!

2 years ago

What does it mean to defer your college application?

Hey guys! I've heard the term 'defer application' a few times on this subreddit, but I'm not entirely sure what it means. Can anyone provide some clarification? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Boosting SAT reading score by 200 points

I'm a little bit stressed because I need to improve my SAT reading score by 200 points, and I feel lost. Can you guys share some advice, tips, or resources you used to make significant improvements? A …

2 years ago

List of top party colleges?

Hey everyone, I've been hearing a lot about the social scene at different universities and I'm curious. Can anyone share a list of the top party colleges in the US? I'm not necessarily looking to atte …

2 years ago

Gates Scholarship Essay: What are they looking for?

I'm applying for the Gates Scholarship and am currently working on the essay portion. What are some key points or aspects that I should focus on in my essay to give myself the best chance of being awa …

2 years ago

Is a 2.83 GPA decent?

I need some advice – I've got a 2.83 GPA right now, as a junior. Is this a decent GPA, and will it make it harder for me to get into a good college?

2 years ago

AP Gov Test Prep Strategies?

Hey everyone, I need some guidance on how to study for the AP Gov test. What strategies and resources have you guys used to prepare for it? I'd love to hear your suggestions!

2 years ago

Improving Reading and Comprehension Skills

I've been struggling with reading comprehension on standardized tests. Does anyone have any advice on how to boost my skills before taking the SAT or ACT? Any resources or techniques that have helped …

2 years ago

Admission Requirements for University of Tennessee

Hey everyone! I'm looking into applying to the University of Tennessee and was wondering what their admission requirements are. Does anyone have any info on GPA, test scores, and any other important f …

2 years ago

What are the most popular AP exams taken by high school students?

Hey guys! I'm curious about which AP exams are the most popular among high school students. Does anyone have any information on this? It would be interesting to know. Thanks!

2 years ago

Is a 21 on the ACT a bad score?

I got my ACT scores back, and I scored a 21. I'm stressing out! Is this a bad score, and will it jeopardize my chances of getting into a good college?

2 years ago

Path to Med School: Advice for High School Juniors?

Hey y'all, I'm currently a junior in high school and planning to become a doctor. I'd love some advice on the best path to med school during my undergraduate years - like which majors, extracurricular …

2 years ago

Running for freshman class president - tips?

Hey guys, so I'm thinking about running for freshman class president next year. I'd really like to make a positive impact on my school and get more involved. Anyone who's run for or held a class offic …

2 years ago

MIT acceptance tips

MIT has always been my dream school, and I really want to improve my chances of getting accepted. Can anyone share any tips or their experiences on what made them stand out and get accepted into MIT? …

2 years ago
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