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Boston Latin School vs Boston Latin Academy: Which one is better?

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 …

2 years ago

New York NCAA Basketball Teams

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?

2 years ago

Miami Ohio vs UMass: Social and academic comparison?

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 …

2 years ago

Ideas for earning community service hours?

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 …

2 years ago

What is a writing supplement?

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?

2 years ago

What's considered a low SAT score?

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 …

2 years ago

Student loans for low GPA students?

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?

2 years ago

Role of a Cheer Manager

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 …

2 years ago

GW vs. Georgetown: A comparison?

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 …

2 years ago

Difficulty of the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam

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 …

2 years ago

When do you receive financial aid packages from colleges?

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 …

2 years ago

Colgate vs American: Which one is better?

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 …

2 years ago

What books do you read in AP Lit?

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?

2 years ago

Easiest AP Physics Course?

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 …

2 years ago

How does yield protection work?

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 …

2 years ago

Chapel Hill vs NC State: Which is better for engineering?

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 …

2 years ago

Carnegie Mellon vs Georgia Tech: Computer Engineering?

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 …

2 years ago

Grades that could lead to getting rescinded?

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?

2 years ago

UTK vs Auburn: Which school is better?

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 …

2 years ago

University of New Hampshire Merit Scholarships

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 …

2 years ago
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