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High school must-read books?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I want to expand my reading list. What are some must-read books for high school students? I'm open to all genres, just looking for suggestions that can help me grow as a …

2 years ago

Does med school choice really matter?

Hi, I'm aiming for a career in the medical field. I was curious, does it really matter where I choose to go for med school when it comes to my career prospects and opportunities? Looking for some insi …

2 years ago

What are the benefits of an honors program?

Hey guys, I'm a junior and starting to think about college admissions. I've come across several colleges offering honors programs, but I'm not sure what the advantages are. Could someone fill me in on …

2 years ago

Can I go to med school without a bachelor's degree?

I've been thinking about saving time and money by skipping a bachelor's degree and heading straight to med school after high school. Is it possible? If so, can anyone guide me on how to accomplish thi …

2 years ago

What qualifications do dentists need?

I've been doing some research about possibly becoming a dentist in the future, and I was wondering if anyone here knows what qualifications are needed to get into dental school and eventually practice …

2 years ago

Steps to Get into Medical School?

I'm a high school junior with aspirations of attending medical school. Can anyone provide a general outline of the steps to take in order to get into a good medical school? What can I do now in high s …

2 years ago

Choosing a College with a Good Pre-Vet Program?

Hey guys! I'm really set on pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. So, I've been looking for colleges with solid pre-vet programs. Any suggestions on what schools to look into and what factors I sh …

2 years ago

Is a 950 on the PSAT good or bad?

Hi, I just got my PSAT score and it's a 950. I'm not really sure if this is considered good or bad for a junior. Can anyone help give me some perspective and maybe some suggestions for improvements? T …

2 years ago

What should I expect from an advisement meeting?

I've my first high school advisement meeting coming up, but I'm not sure what to expect. Can someone give me a rundown on what these meetings typically cover and how I should prepare?

2 years ago

Emory Pre-Med Program

Hey everyone! I'm considering Emory for pre-med, but I'm curious about its ranking compared to other schools. Can anyone provide some insight on how well-regarded Emory's pre-med program is?

2 years ago

All about UCs in California

Hey everyone! I've been researching colleges lately and I'm interested in learning more about all the University of California (UC) schools. Can someone give me a rundown of the different UCs, their v …

2 years ago

How is pre-med at UChicago?

Hello everyone! I'm considering UChicago for pre-med and I'd love to hear about your experiences with the program. How's the workload, faculty support, and research opportunities? Any insights would b …

2 years ago

Thoughts on University of Connecticut's BS/MD program?

Hi everybody! I'm a high school junior looking into combined BS/MD programs. I recently found out about the University of Connecticut's BS/MD program. Can anyone provide some insight on this program? …

2 years ago

which gpa is unweighted

Hello! I'm a bit confused about the difference between unweighted and weighted GPA. My school's grading system includes both, and I want to know which one I should focus on when applying to colleges a …

2 years ago

Does College Board automatically superscore SAT scores?

Hi everyone! I've taken the SAT multiple times and I'm wondering if College Board automatically superscores my results before sending them to colleges. Or do I have to request specifically for them to …

2 years ago

Tufts Pre-med Experiences?

Hello! I know I asked about the Tufts pre-med program earlier, but I'm looking for more personal experiences from those of you who've been through it. How was the workload? What opportunities did you …

2 years ago

Journalism programs for high school students?

Hi everyone! So, I've recently developed an interest in journalism and would like to explore this field more. Can anyone recommend some journalism programs or internships that are available for high s …

2 years ago

Importance of first semester freshman year

Quick question guys, how essential is the first semester of my freshman year in determining my college admissions outcome? Am I totally doomed if it doesn't go as planned? TIA!

2 years ago

Writing a well-crafted Common App activities description?

Hi guys! I'm working on the activities section for my Common App, and I'm unsure how to write a description that shows what I've gained from each activity without oversharing. Any tips on good descrip …

2 years ago

ED2: What's the difference?

I'm a bit confused on this whole ED2 thing. How does it differ from ED1, and are there any advantages to applying ED2? Appreciate any insights you could provide!

2 years ago
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