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Community service essays - what do colleges look for?

Hey everyone! I'm currently working on my college applications and I've been thinking about how to approach my community service essays. Would you guys be able to give me some insight into what colleg …

2 years ago

Which electives in high school will look good on college applications?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to choose electives for next year, and I want them to be beneficial for college applications. Which electives should I take in high school that would help make my application …

2 years ago

Good Topics for Ignite Speeches?

I need to prepare an ignite speech for a school project, and I'm a little lost on what topic to choose. Can you guys help me brainstorm some interesting and engaging topics for my speech? What's worke …

2 years ago

How to Prepare for the AP Government and Politics Exam?

Yo, fellow juniors! I'm taking AP Government and Politics this year and am starting to feel super stressed about the exam. What are the best prep materials or strategies you've used to study for this …

2 years ago

What's the passing rate for AP Bio like?

I've heard people say that AP Bio is pretty challenging. I want to know, what's the passing rate like for the exam? Are there any tips for increasing my chances of getting a good score?

2 years ago

Schools that take Common App—making the process easier?

So, I'm starting my college search and I've heard that some schools use the Common App. Can someone give me a rundown of which colleges accept the Common App and how I could use it to my advantage whi …

2 years ago

Computer Science GPA - What's Normal?

Hey there! I'm considering majoring in CS, but I've heard it can be pretty tough. What is the average GPA for computer science majors at most colleges? Is it much lower than other majors?

2 years ago

AP World History Exam Weighting

How's it going, everyone? I'm studying for the AP World History exam, and I'd appreciate it if someone could explain how the exam is weighted. Which sections have the most impact on the overall score? …

2 years ago

How to improve my 840 PSAT score for the SAT?

Hey everyone, I just received an 840 on my PSAT which was a bit lower than I hoped for. What can I do to improve my score for the actual SAT? I'm really aiming for a higher score as a junior. Any reco …

2 years ago

Tips for getting the best college recommendation letters?

I'm a junior and starting to think about college recommendation letters. Just wondering if you guys have any tips on how to ask for them in a way that would ensure I get the best rec letters possible? …

2 years ago

Where can I find free online ACT practice exams?

Hey guys, I'm trying to prep for my ACT and I need some suggestions for websites where I can take free practice exams. Any advice would be appreciated!

2 years ago

What's a good ACT Math score?

Hey everyone, I'm just wondering what the average math ACT score is. What do you think is a good score to aim for in order to get into a decent college?

2 years ago

AP Human Geography multiple choice practice?

Hi! I'm looking for some extra practice with the multiple choice section of the AP Human Geography exam. Do any of you know where I can find some good practice materials? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Best ACT Score Possible?

Hey guys, I'm just starting to study for my ACT. What's the highest score possible on the ACT? Any advice on how to achieve it would be great too!

2 years ago

Looking for APUSH FRQ practice resources!

Hey fellow students! I'm studying for the APUSH exam and am looking for some good resources where I can find practice free-response questions (FRQs). Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Tackling difficult algebra problems

Hi, I'm in Algebra 2, and I've been having a tough time solving some challenging algebra questions. Can anyone suggest some resources or tips on how to approach and solve difficult algebra problems? T …

2 years ago

Duke Pre-College Program Acceptance Rate?

Hey guys, I'm looking into Duke's pre-college summer programs and I'm curious about the acceptance rates for these programs. Does anyone happen to know how competitive it is? Is it as selective as the …

2 years ago

How should I prepare for the ACT Writing section?

I know the ACT Writing section is optional, but I'm planning to take it. Can anyone share some resources, tips, or strategies that helped them succeed on that section? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Letter of Recommendation for Common App?

Hey guys, I'm a high school junior, and I'm trying to figure out who to ask for letters of recommendation for the Common App. Can you share some example situations of who would be a good recommender? …

2 years ago

Inside AP Stats: What will I be doing?

Hey y'all! I'm considering taking AP Statistics next year and was hoping that someone could give me some insight into what I'll be learning in the course. Are there any major projects or topics that w …

2 years ago
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