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ACT with writing duration

Hi there! I'm preparing to take the ACT with the writing section. How long does the ACT take with writing? I'm trying to get an idea of how to pace myself. Thanks!

2 years ago

Helpful NHS essay tips?

Hey guys, I'm feeling a bit stressed about my NHS application essay and I'm looking for some helpful tips to make it stand out. What worked for you or what do you wish you knew when writing yours?

2 years ago

UMass Lowell room & board fees?

Hi guys, I've been looking into UMass Lowell and I think it's one of the colleges I wanna apply to. Is anyone familiar with the room and board fees there? How much can I expect to pay if I live on-cam …

2 years ago

Does taking AP Psychology look good for college?

Hey there! I'm considering taking AP Psychology next year. Does taking this class look good on college applications? Do colleges value this class as much as other APs?

2 years ago

Room and Board at UMass Amherst?

Hello! I'm considering attending UMass Amherst, but I'm a little concerned about the cost of room and board. Can anyone give me an idea of how much it is and if there are any ways to save on those exp …

2 years ago

Schools with Fly-In Programs?

Are there any schools that offer 'fly-in' programs to visit campus for prospective students who may not be able to afford the travel costs? I'd love to visit some colleges further away but can't affor …

2 years ago

Looking for schools with high graduation rates

Hey, I'm trying to find colleges that have a high graduation rate, as I think it might indicate great support from the school. Can anyone suggest some colleges with high graduation rates? Thanks!

2 years ago

Pre-professional groups at Harvard?

Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to Harvard and I'm curious about the pre-professional groups available there. What kind of groups exist for students interested in law, medicine, and other profe …

2 years ago

Spanish Honor Society for College Applications

I'm considering joining the Spanish Honor Society at my school, but I'm not sure if it's worth it or if it'll look good on my college applications. What do you guys think?

2 years ago

Looking for unique NHS ideas!

So, I'm part of the National Honor Society planning committee at my school, and we're brainstorming new and exciting ideas for activities and projects. I would love to hear about any cool ideas or exp …

2 years ago

Smith College vs. Wellesley College?

Hey everyone, I'm torn between applying to Smith College and Wellesley College as my top choices. Can anyone provide some insights into the key differences between these two schools and tips on how to …

2 years ago

No Harvard interview?

So, I applied to Harvard and noticed that many of my peers have already heard back about their interviews. I haven't received any communication yet, and I'm starting to worry. Does not getting an inte …

2 years ago

Impressive College Application Essays?

Hey y'all! I'm struggling with my college essays right now and I'm looking for inspiration. Do you guys have any go-to sources for sample college application essays that really stand out? Please let m …

2 years ago

Which high school honor societies should I join?

Hi everyone! I'd like to know what high school honor societies are out there and which ones I should consider joining. Can you please share your experiences with any honor society you've been a part o …

2 years ago

How much time do you get for the ACT?

Hi! I'm starting to prepare for the ACT and I was curious about the time limit. How much time do you have to take the whole ACT test, and is the time divided evenly between sections? Any advice on pac …

2 years ago

Colleges that allow students to customize their learning experience?

Hey there! I'm looking for schools that give students the flexibility to choose what they learn and customize their academic experience. Does anyone know of any colleges that provide this kind of lear …

2 years ago

What are some examples of significant educational opportunities?

Can you guys please provide some examples of significant educational opportunities that I can write about for college applications? I need to think outside the box and consider different types of oppo …

2 years ago

Preparing for IB Business Paper 1

Hi guys, I'm currently taking IB Business and I'm really stressing about the upcoming Paper 1 exam. What tips do you have to effectively prepare and study for this? Are there any resources I should ch …

2 years ago

Study Abroad as an Extracurricular

Quick question: If I participate in a study abroad program during high school, can I list this as an extracurricular activity on my college applications?

2 years ago

Questbridge Application Requirements

Hey everyone! I've recently heard about this program called Questbridge that connects low-income students to top colleges. What are the specific application requirements for Questbridge? How different …

2 years ago
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