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I'm a junior planning on taking the ACT soon, and I'm a bit nervous about the science section. Can anyone share some helpful tips on how to approach that part of the test? What should I focus on durin …

Hey all, I'm planning to apply for the RSI summer program and I'm a little bit confused about the recommendation letters. How many do they require and are there any specific teachers/coaches they pref …

I've been working on practicing DBQs for APUSH, but I'm not sure how to choose topics that would appropriately challenge me. What are some tips to identify good DBQ topics that could potentially appea …

Hey guys! So, I'm starting to study for the AP World History AP exam, and I was wondering: are there any study guides or resources you would recommend? Like, what really helped you to prepare and get …

I am planning to take the ACT, but I'm not quite sure what to expect. Can someone give me a brief rundown of the different sections, structure, and the content tested? Any tips and resources are appre …

Hey all, I'm starting to prepare for the SATs and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the available resources. Anyone got recommendations for the best books or other materials to help me study effe …

Hi! Does anyone know of any websites or apps that provide a daily SAT math problem? I'm looking for a way to practice regularly and improve my skills. Thanks for the help!

Hey guys, does anyone know what the highest possible score is on the SAT nowadays? I just want to have a better understanding of the scoring system to set a target score for myself. Thanks!

When I'm requesting teacher recommendations, there's an option to waive my right of access to them. Anyone know what that means? Should I waive it, and does it affect how colleges view my application?

Hello! I scored a 1550 on my SAT and I wonder what types of colleges I should be targeting. Does this score open up doors to highly-ranked schools, or should I consider international universities as w …

Just got my SAT scores back and I scored 1400. I'm curious to know if that's considered a strong score? What kind of colleges should I aim for with this score? Thanks in advance!

Hi, everyone! I was just talking to my friend about college applications, and she mentioned something about our school transcripts. What exactly is a 'school transcript', and why is it so important fo …

I've been super interested in interior design for as long as I can remember. I'm currently a junior, trying to figure out which schools have top-notch interior design programs. Can anyone in the know …

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior and I've been taking a few AP classes this year. I want to take the AP exams for these courses, but I'm not sure how to sign up. Can someone walk me through the p …

Hi everyone! I'm working on improving my DBQ essay writing skills, but I'm struggling with setting up a strong foundation. How should I approach the documents and analysis to prepare for writing? Any …

Hi everyone! Just wondering if any of you have heard news about the NYS algebra regents exams. Are they going to be cancelled or postponed due to the pandemic? It's affecting my study plan and I don't …

Hi everyone, I'm a bit confused about the New York State Regents requirements. Can anyone give me a brief rundown of what I need to complete in order to get a Regents diploma? Are there any specific t …

Hey guys, so I need an example of a strong recommendation letter that a teacher can write for a student. Do you know any websites or resources where I could find good templates to share with my teache …

I'm passionate about theater and I'm looking for a liberal arts college that offers a good theater program. Can anyone suggest some colleges that are known for their theater programs and have a focus …

I'm taking the ACT soon and want to make sure I'm fully prepared. Can anyone give me a list of the essential items I should bring to the test? Also, any advice on what kind of snacks or drinks to brin …