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Hey everyone, I'm in the process of gathering letters of recommendation, and I know that some colleges like Dartmouth accept peer recommendations. Can anyone share their experience with getting or wri …
I'm really aiming for a 5 on the APUSH exam this year, but I'm not sure how to go about studying for it. What resources or study techniques would y'all recommend? Are there any specific things I shoul …
I'm a high school student who's curious about the different science classes available. I know there are three main sciences (biology, chemistry, and physics), but how do I choose which ones to take? A …
Hey guys! I'm currently working on my UC applications, and I'm kinda feeling overwhelmed. Anyone have any tips or advice for what I should focus on? I'm especially wondering about personal statements …
Hi everyone, I recently received a 1580 on my SAT, but I'm honestly considering retaking it to aim for a perfect score. Do you think it's worth giving it another shot or should I focus on other aspect …
I've been thinking about joining the IB program at my school. For those of you in the program, how would you describe your experience? What should I expect as a student pursuing an IB Diploma?
Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out what ACT score range I should be aiming for if I want to apply to Dartmouth. I've looked at their official stats, but I'd love to hear from current students or a …
Hey everyone! I'm planning to apply to Cal State San Marcos, and I'd like to know more about their GPA requirements. Are there any specific minimum GPAs for admissions? Do different programs have diff …
Hey guys, I really want to improve my SAT score and hit that 1500+ mark. Any recommendations for strategies or resources I should use?
Hey, I recently took the PSAT and I'm wondering how and when I can check my scores? Is there a specific website I should use, and when should I expect the scores to be available? Thanks in advance for …
Yo! I'm preparing for the ACT and I'm kinda lost on which prep books I should get. I'd love to hear about your personal experience or the books that have helped you score well. Any suggestions would b …
Hey AP Euro fam! I'm trying to practice for the DBQ section of the exam. Does anyone have any sample DBQ prompts or tips they could share? I really want to make sure I'm prepared for this part of the …
Hi friends! I've been searching for colleges that don't need SAT scores for admission. I'm having trouble finding a comprehensive list. Any suggestions or resources for colleges that don't require SAT …
Hey guys! I'm interested in playing sports in college and am trying to figure out the main differences between NCAA D1, D2, and D3 colleges. Can anyone explain the differences in terms of competitiven …
Hey guys! I'm planning to take the July 15 ACT this summer. Do you have any recommendations for studying strategies or online resources that helped you prepare? I'm really trying to boost my score.
Hey folks, I've heard a lot about both weighted and unweighted GPAs. Which one do colleges prefer? Is one significantly better than the other for admissions? Thanks for any help!
Hi all! I've been practicing for the SAT, especially the reading and writing sections. I know that understanding words in context is super important. Does anyone have any good resources or tips for im …
Does anyone know how to convert an SAT score to an ACT score, or vice versa? I'm trying to figure out which test I should focus on and would like to know how my scores compare. Any resources or advice …
Hey, can anyone share what a strong recommendation letter for college admissions generally looks like? I want to give my teachers some guidance on what schools might be looking for, but don't know whe …
I've heard that there are some 'magic' calculator tricks to save time on the math SAT. Does anyone know any of these tricks or where I can find them? It would be a great help, thanks!