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Hi all! I'm deciding between the Boston Latin School and the Boston Latin Academy for high school. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about the two schools? I'm looking to learn more abou …
Ayo! I'm considering going to a college in New York and I'm big on NCAA basketball. What are some notable colleges with great basketball teams in the area?
I'm currently working on my college list and I can't decide between Miami University (Ohio) and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Can anyone help me compare these two schools in terms of their …
I need to earn more community service hours for school and I'm a little bit stuck on ideas. I'd honestly prefer something other than cleaning up local parks. Do you guys have any suggestions for inter …
Hey guys, I've been hearing a lot about writing supplements lately. Can someone clarify what exactly writing supplements are, and how are they different from the regular college essays?
Hi everyone, I recently took the SAT and I'm not so happy with my score. I was wondering, what range is generally considered a low SAT score? I want to know if I should retake it and aim for a better …
Okay, so my GPA isn't stellar, and I'm worried that I won't qualify for many scholarships or grants. Are there any student loan options available for someone like me with a low GPA?
Hey everybody! So I'm considering becoming a cheer manager for my high school cheerleading team. Can someone give me an idea of what responsibilities this role entails and if it would be a good additi …
Hi, I'm having trouble deciding between George Washington University (GW) and Georgetown University. Can someone help shed some light on the differences and similarities between these two schools in t …
Hello! I'm planning on taking the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam, and I was wondering how challenging it is compared to other AP exams. If you've taken the exam, could you share your experiences …
Hey everyone, I was wondering, when can I expect to receive my financial aid package from colleges after I've submitted all my applications? Do different schools have different timelines? Any advice o …
Hey! So I got accepted to both Colgate University and American University, and I'm really torn between the two. Can anyone give me some insight into their experiences at either school, specifically re …
I'm signing up for AP Lit next year. I love literature, but I want to know what books we'll be reading in the class. Can anyone who's taken AP Lit share some of the texts you've studied?
Hey all, I'm considering taking an AP Physics course next year, but I'm not sure which one to choose (AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, or AP Physics C). Which of these courses is generally considered the e …
Hey everyone, I've heard people talking about yield protection on here, and I'm a little confused. Can someone please explain what yield protection is and which colleges are known for practicing it? T …
I'm trying to decide between UNC Chapel Hill and NC State for engineering. I've heard that NC State has a strong engineering program, but I also like the overall feel of Chapel Hill. Thoughts on their …
Hey there, I'm super interested in both Carnegie Mellon and Georgia Tech for their Computer Engineering programs. Can anyone provide some insight on which program is better and what the social life is …
A little bit stressed, but what kind of drop in grades can lead to having your college acceptance rescinded? Will a couple of B's or a C in my senior year make a huge difference?
Hey, I need your help! I'm stuck between the University of Tennessee Knoxville (UTK) and Auburn University. Can anyone provide some insight on the quality of these schools in terms of academics, campu …
Hi everyone! I'm starting to plan out my college applications and was wondering about merit scholarships at the University of New Hampshire. Can anyone share their experience with the process? How com …