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Hi everyone! I'm a junior passionate about game design, and I'm starting to consider colleges for it. What are some top colleges with strong game design programs to look into?
Hey everyone, I need some inspiration for an upcoming art project at school. What are some interesting and unique art project ideas that high school students can do? Share your experiences!
So, I was wondering what are some classic or popular books that are typically read by high school students, either as part of the curriculum or just for personal enjoyment? I want to make sure I've re …
I heard that community colleges usually accept all applicants. Is this true? Should I feel more confident applying to a community college compared to a university?
Hello, I'm interested in pursuing a degree in construction management. Which colleges in the US are known to have good programs for this major? Any suggestions would be appreciated!
So, I was curious about how colleges look at applicants' academic history. My middle school grades weren't exactly amazing, but I improved a lot in high school. Will colleges take those middle school …
Hi everyone! I'm applying to Davidson College and they have an optional peer recommendation. Has anyone submitted a peer recommendation before? How important is it and what kind of impact does it have …
Hey, peeps! I've been involved in a bunch of clubs and activities throughout high school, and I'm wondering if colleges actually verify/research the activities we list on our applications? How in-dept …
Hey everyone! I recently got a 32 on my ACT, and I'm considering taking the SAT as well. Can someone tell me what the SAT equivalent of a 32 ACT score is? I want to know if it's worth trying the SAT o …
During my college search, I came across a few programs that offer an 'AAS' degree. What exactly does AAS stand for, and how is it different from a traditional 4-year bachelor's degree? Would appreciat …
Hey guys! I'm looking into some of the best non-specialized high schools in NYC for a well-rounded education. I've heard of some great specialized ones, but which ones do you think are worth consideri …
I'm passionate about creative writing and planning to major in it. Can anyone recommend some top colleges in the US with strong creative writing programs?
I'm super into coding and computer science, so I was wondering if anyone knows any hackathons specifically tailored to high school students? I'd love to participate in some events and competitions to …
Hey everyone! I'm about to start working on my brag sheet for college and scholarship applications. Does anyone have examples or tips on how to make it stand out and showcase my accomplishments effect …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I was just curious if colleges actually check your high school attendance records when considering your application. Should I be worried if I've missed a few days here an …
I just recently took the AP Biology exam and I'm super nervous about my score. Does anyone know when they're typically released?
As I work on my college applications, I'm concerned about my unweighted GPA compared to my weighted GPA. Do colleges place more importance on the unweighted GPA or do they focus more on the weighted G …
Has anyone here participated in the Berkeley summer program for high school students? What was your experience like and do you recommend it? Any insight would be much appreciated!
Hey everyone, I'm going to be taking the PSAT soon and I'm already feeling eager about getting my scores. Can anyone tell me what time does College Board typically release PSAT scores? I just want to …
Has anyone explored alternative college options like trade schools or online institutions? I'm trying to figure out if there are routes other than a traditional four-year college that might still lead …