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Tips for improving my chances at Stanford?

Hi, I'm a junior aiming to apply to Stanford next year. The competition is intense, so I'm a bit stressed. Can anyone share some advice on how to strengthen my application? What can I do over the next …

2 years ago

Digital SAT scores release date?

Hey y'all, I recently took the digital SAT and I'm a little bit stressed about when the scores will be released. Do digital SAT scores have the same release timeline as paper-based tests? Or do they c …

2 years ago

Accessing Past AP World History Exams

Hello, peeps! With the AP World History exam on the horizon, I'd like to practice using past exams. Does anyone know where I can find past exams or a compilation of previous years' questions? It would …

2 years ago

AP Seminar experiences and insights?

I've been considering taking AP Seminar next year, but I'm not exactly sure what the course entails or how it might differ from other AP classes I've taken. If any of you have taken AP Seminar, could …

2 years ago

Clarkson University out-of-state tuition

Hey there! Does anyone know the current out-of-state tuition for Clarkson University? I'm an out-of-state student considering applying, but I want to know how much it's going to cost me before I make …

2 years ago

Exploring SUNY Schools

Hey guys! I've been looking into SUNY schools as a potential option for me, and I'm wondering if anyone could give me a rundown of the different campuses? Like, major differences between them, whether …

2 years ago

Different Engineering Disciplines

Hey everyone! I'm considering engineering as a major in college, but I'm not sure which discipline I should go for. Can anyone give me a brief overview of the different types of engineering (civil, me …

2 years ago

Is taking the SAT free or do we have to pay fees?

Hey guys, I'll be taking the SAT soon, and I was wondering if it's free or if we have to pay any fees? Also, are there any fee waivers available to help cover those costs? Thanks!

2 years ago

Becoming a dentist: what steps should I take?

I'm interested in pursuing a career as a dentist. What steps should I take during high school and college to achieve this goal? Is there a specific undergraduate major I should consider? Any advice wo …

2 years ago

Average SAT scores by state?

Hey guys! I'm curious to know if there's any up-to-date information on average SAT scores by state. I want to compare my score to others in my state to better understand how competitive I am locally. …

2 years ago

NC State and letters of recommendation

Hey everyone! I'm applying to North Carolina State University, and I can't find if they require letters of recommendation or not. Does anyone here know?

2 years ago

Aerospace engineering internships for high schoolers

Hi everyone! I'm passionate about aerospace engineering and hoping to gain some hands-on experience during my summer break. Are there any internship opportunities for high school students in this fiel …

2 years ago

Duquesne University GPA and SAT requirements?

Hello! I'm looking at Duquesne University as one of my potential college options, and I was wondering if anyone has any info on their GPA and SAT requirements? I want to know if I'm within reach of ge …

2 years ago

AP US History Exam Prep Tips

Hey, I need some advice! I'll be taking the AP US History exam this year and I need tips to properly prepare for it. What are the best study methods, resources, and tricks you've used to get a good sc …

2 years ago

Is San Diego State considered a party school?

Hey everyone, I've been looking into San Diego State University and I was wondering if it's generally known as a party school? I'm more of a focused student, so I'd like to be in a college environment …

2 years ago

SAT English Prep?

Hey guys, junior here, and I'm struggling with the English section of the SAT. I want to work on my reading comprehension and grammar skills. Do you have any suggestions for resources, books, or websi …

2 years ago

What's the AP CSA pass rate for our school?

Hey guys, I'm thinking about taking AP Computer Science A next year, but I'm not sure about our school's pass rate. Does anyone know how well students at our school typically do on the exam? I want to …

2 years ago

Achieving a 5 on AP Chemistry

Hey everyone, I'm currently taking AP Chem and I'm hoping to get a 5 on the exam. Can you guys share any tips or resources that helped you achieve a 5? Also, how important is a 5 on AP Chem for colleg …

2 years ago

Science competitions for high school students?

Hi all! I'm really into science and I want to participate in some competitions this year. What are some popular science competitions for high schoolers? Thanks in advance for your suggestions.

2 years ago

Regents Exams?

From what I understand, the Regents Exams are important in New York. What subjects do these exams cover, and what do I need to know when preparing for them? Any advice is welcome!

2 years ago
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