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Hey guys, I'm looking to apply to Brown and was wondering what their admissions requirements are. What GPA, SAT/ACT scores, and types of extracurriculars are they typically looking for? Any help would …

Hey guys, I'm a Cali resident and I am considering a pre-med track. What are the best schools in California for pre-med? Would love to hear your suggestions and why you think they are the top choices!

Hello! I'm researching med schools and am wondering about the typical undergrad requirements for applying to med schools. Are there specific majors or classes that are looked for by the admission comm …

I'm a junior and I've realized that I want to become a high school teacher. What steps should I take in terms of education, certification, and other requirements to make that dream a reality? Any guid …

Hey there! So I'm working on my college application essay and I'm stuck on the introduction. Can anyone provide some examples or tips on how to start it off strong? I want to make a good first impress …

Hey everyone, I have a 1.8 GPA and I'm a little bit stressed about college admissions. Can anyone suggest some colleges that might accept students with GPAs around my range? I know it's low, but I've …

Hi everyone! I've been thinking about how my freshman year went, and it wasn't that great academically. Does anyone know if colleges actually look closely at 9th-grade grades, or is there more of a fo …

Hi everyone, I'm really interested in applying to Boston University next year, but I'm unsure about their acceptance requirements. Does anyone know what the key factors are that they look for in an ap …

I'm a STEM enthusiast and I'm looking for some fun and educational STEM project ideas I can work on during my free time or maybe use for a club at school. Any suggestions on exciting projects that wou …

Hello! When applying to UC schools, how many activities and awards do you think I should include on my application to make it look strong? Is there a recommended number or should I just go for quality …

Hey guys! I'm looking into potentially joining the Air Force after I graduate high school. Can anyone give me some advice on how to prepare, what to expect, and whether or not it's a good idea?

Hey everyone, I'm a bit confused about the difference between the PSAT 10 and PSAT NMSQT. Can someone explain what sets them apart and which one I should focus on? Thanks in advance!

Hey! I've been weighing my options between going to a trade school or a traditional college. In terms of cost, are trade schools usually cheaper than colleges? What are the main differences? Thank you …

I recently received an invitation to join the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). I've heard mixed opinions about its legitimacy and impact on college applications. Do colleges actually …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior, and I've been thinking about the whole college application process. I'm just a little stressed about how to start with my college essay draft. What strategies and advice sh …

Hey everyone, I'm really interested in gaining some experience in a certain field by shadowing a professional. How should I approach asking someone if I can shadow them? Any tips or suggestions on how …

Hey guys, I'm having a hard time deciding whether I should prioritize applying to UCLA or USC. I know both are amazing schools, but overall, which one do you think is better in terms of academics, cam …

Hi everyone! As a high school junior, I'm trying to wrap my head around the college admissions process and all of its deadlines. Can someone please give me an idea of the timeline for college applicat …

What are some of the most effective strategies y'all have found to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally in high school? I'm trying to balance everything right now, but I could use some tips …

Hello everyone! I'm considering applying to the University of Southern California (USC), but I'd like to know more about its reputation and quality of education. Is it considered a good school? Any in …