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Hello! I'm a high school junior and I'm considering applying to the University of Illinois. I'm looking for any advice or experiences you guys might have on what the university values in their applica …
Could someone provide a general timeline for important milestones in high school - like when to take the SAT/ACT, when to start researching colleges, and when to apply for scholarships? I want to make …
Hi all! I have to give a persuasive speech in my public speaking class, but I'm struggling with picking a topic. I want something that's engaging and has enough material to research. What are some int …
Hey everyone! I'm considering applying to Oneonta University but I can't find their current acceptance rate anywhere. Can someone help me out with the information? Thanks so much!
Hello, fellow juniors! I have a 3.92 GPA right now, and I'm curious about how much impact this will have on my college applications. Is this a strong GPA for top colleges? What should I be focusing on …
Hey everyone, I've been looking into Stanford's Pre-Collegiate programs for this summer. Does anyone have any experience with them? Are they actually worth the time and money in terms of helping with …
Hey there, I'm going to be taking a couple of Regents Tests this year (I live in NY), but I'm not really sure what to expect. Can anyone give me a general idea of the test format and what kind of subj …
Hey guys, I've been considering applying to MIT, but I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. Can y'all share some tips on how to navigate the MIT application process smoothly? Thanks!
Hello everyone! I'm starting to look into colleges, and I've been looking into the California State University system. I'm wondering how many Cal State campuses are actually in California? Can anyone …
Hey everyone! I'm trying to find some low-cost American universities that still offer quality education. Can you suggest some schools that are more affordable, but still have good academic programs an …
Hey everyone! I'm thinking about joining my school's debate team and was wondering if you all had any ideas about interesting topics to debate that would be suitable for high school students?
Hi everyone, I'm seriously considering applying to North Carolina Central University (NCCU). Can anyone give me some insights on their admission requirements, like GPA and standardized test scores? Wh …
Hello everybody, I'm working on my college applications and the fees are adding up. Are there any colleges out there with free application fees? Any help would be amazing! Thank you!
Hey everyone! I'm starting to prep for the Pre-ACT and was wondering if you guys have any tips or resources that helped you out? I want to make sure I'm on the right track for when I eventually take t …
Hey guys, I've always been curious about how schools determine the valedictorian. Is it just based on GPA, or do other factors come into play?
As a junior, I'll be taking AP Chemistry soon and I know it's a challenging course. Can anyone suggest some effective ways to prepare and be ready for the class and the exam?
Hey all, I'm a sophomore this year and I have the opportunity to take pre-AP courses. I was wondering what the workload and difficulty level is like in these classes compared to regular ones? Also, do …
Hey everyone! I'm preparing for the SAT, and I'm wondering if there are any methods or tools available to estimate my SAT score based on my practice tests or other factors. I'd like to set realistic g …
Hi everyone! After I get my PSAT scores back, I'd like to know where I stand in comparison to others. How do I find out which percentile my score falls into? Thanks!
I'm about to start the IB program, and I have to choose my diploma subjects. I want to make sure that I choose ones that fit my interests and future goals. Can someone share advice on how to decide wh …