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Hey everyone! I'm working on my Stanford application and need some advice on how to approach the 'reflect on an idea or experience' prompt. Have any of you tackled this essay before? What's the best w …
Hello! I'm in the process of writing my essay for Harvard's application. Can anyone who's been accepted to or is currently attending Harvard share any tips or advice on what worked for their essays? G …
Hello everyone! If I end up attending UIUC, I'm considering living in Bousfield Hall, but what's it like compared to other dorms on campus? Can someone give me some pros and cons? Also, how are the sh …
Hi guys, I got waitlisted at UMich and I want to send a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI) to increase my chances of getting in. Can anyone share a good example or any tips on writing a superb LOCI f …
I was wondering if there's any way to predict how well I'll do on my AP exams based on my class performance and practice tests. I'm trying to decide if it's worth taking the exams or not. Any advice?
Hi all! I'm about to start working on my Maths IA for the IB program, and I'm looking for some inspiration. Does anyone have any good Maths IA examples or know where to find some ideas? Would be a hug …
Hey everyone, I heard that MIT's application has a section where we can include our summer activities. How should I approach this section to make my application stronger? Should I focus on depth or va …
I am trying to plan ahead and find a STEM internship for the summer. I'm currently a junior, and I want to gain some valuable experience before I start college. Does anyone have any suggestions on whe …
Hey everyone! I'm currently in AP Psychology and I'm trying to figure out the best way to study for the exams. Does anyone have any tips or resources they could share to help me out? I really want to …
Hello! So, I'm anxiously waiting for my SAT scores to be released. I know the date, but does anyone know what time of day the scores usually get released? I just can't wait to see how I did!
Hi everyone! With the stress that comes with high school, I know taking care of our mental health is super important. I've been wondering if there are any school programs or resources that focus on me …
I'm considering going into the medical field and I'm curious about programs or degrees that are on the shorter side. Can anyone recommend some medical-related degree paths that don't take as long as a …
I keep hearing that the 'Why Us' essay is really important for colleges, but I'm having trouble figuring out how to write one that stands out. What should I focus on and how can I make it unique? Any …
Real quick, is an economics degree typically a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or a Bachelor of Science (BS)? I've seen both and I'm not sure which one is more common or if it matters at all.
I'll be taking the Physics 1 exam this year, and I'm feeling a bit nervous. Those who have taken it before, what types of questions can I expect on the exam? Any tips to prepare?
Which one is better in terms of college admissions, being on JV or varsity sports teams? Is there a significant difference in how they're viewed, or should I just focus on whichever team I enjoy more?
Hey all! I'm starting to work on my UC college essays, and I'm not really sure where to begin. What are some tips or things to focus on when writing these essays? Are there specific themes or topics I …
Hey guys, I'm an athlete and I've been getting some interest from college coaches. Can anyone give me a quick rundown of how the college recruiting process works, and if there's anything I should be d …
Lately, I've been on the lookout for really complex math problems or questions to challenge myself and enhance my problem-solving skills. Do you know any websites or resources with a collection of rea …
Hey all! I'm a junior thinking about becoming a pharmacist. What kind of schools or programs should I be looking into to achieve this career goal? Any advice is appreciated!