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Hey everyone! I just received my ACT score and it's a 20. Is that considered a good score for college admissions? Any guidance would be greatly appreciated!
Can someone please clarify if Caltech is a private or a public institution? I'm trying to make a list of target colleges and their classifications. A little bit confused, so any help would be greatly …
Hello everyone! I'll be taking the AP World History exam and I'm curious about the level of difficulty. Can anyone who has taken the exam offer any advice, study recommendations, or resources? Would r …
Hello, friends! I want to spend my summer effectively and boost my chances of a higher SAT score. Does anyone know any solid summer camp programs focused on SAT prep? What are your experiences or reco …
Hey everyone! I've been trying to calculate my GPA and I'm a bit confused. If I receive an A in a class, is that the same as getting a 4.0 for that class? Thanks!
Hey everyone! I came across a program called Inspirit AI that's supposed to help high school students with AI-related projects and research. Is this program considered legit? If any of you tried it be …
Hey everyone! I'm really interested in applying to MIT, and I'm curious about what they look for in applicants beyond just test scores and GPA. If anyone has insights or personal experience, I'd reall …
I need help coming up with creative ideas for school projects, essays, and even club activities. What strategies have you guys found useful for brainstorming good concepts 'how to' ideas and topics? A …
Hey everyone, I just got my SAT scores back and ended up with a 900. I'm a little bit stressed about whether this is a bad score or not. Can anyone give me some insight if I should retake the test to …
Hey everyone! I recently stumbled upon the NSLC blog and was wondering whether anyone here has attended any of their programs. If so, what was your experience like, and do you think it's worth it to a …
I recently took the ACT and didn't get the score I was hoping for. What are some tips or strategies you've used to improve your ACT score? Any good resources or study plans you'd recommend?
Hi, guys! Can someone help me understand how Ivy League schools are ranked? How accurate and significant are these rankings when making a decision about where to apply? I'd really appreciate any insig …
Hey everyone, I'm really interested in pursuing engineering in college, but I'm not sure which specific field I want to study. Can someone give me a rundown of all the different engineering types, and …
I've seen some colleges with an open admissions policy, and I'm not sure if it's a good thing or not. What are the pros and cons of going to a school with open admissions? Is the quality of education …
Hey everyone! I'm planning on taking the ACT this year, and I was wondering if any of you could share your study strategies or resources that helped you prepare? Thanks in advance!
Hey guys! I recently got my PSAT/NMSQT scores and I'm trying to figure out my chances of becoming a semifinalist. How are the cutoffs determined, and do they change from year to year?
Hi all, I came across the Yale Young Global Scholars program and it sounds pretty cool. I was wondering if anyone here has participated in it and could share whether they think it's worth the time and …
Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I've always wanted to be a part of our student council, but I'm not sure what steps I need to take in order to get in. Can anyone share their experiences …
Hey all, I'm really interested in attending MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and I'm curious about the requirements for their various degrees. Can someone provide insight on the different d …
Hi everyone! I've been really interested in applying to Boston University (BU) and I'm wondering how hard it is to get accepted. Does anyone know their acceptance rate or have any tips for making my a …