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Hi there! I'm starting to work on my MIT application essays and I'm curious about what sets them apart from other college application essays. Any insights or tips on what the admissions committee is l …

Hey everyone, I've been hearing about merit designation benefits but I'm not quite sure what they are. Could someone please explain the benefits of receiving these designations and how they might impa …

I heard some students are able to get an associate degree while in high school. Has anyone here done that, and how did you go about it? Are there particular programs or classes I should look into? Any …

Hey folks, I'm just wondering, how long does the SAT test usually take? What's the usual end time of the test day experience including the breaks? I'm trying to plan my transportation for test day. Th …

Hey everyone! I've started working on my UC applications and I'm trying to tackle the creativity prompt. Is there any advice on how to best showcase my creative abilities? Like what kind of experience …

Hello, I recently joined the National Honor Society at my school and I'm eager to become an active member. I was wondering if anyone could share their experiences with different NHS society activities …

Has anyone attended the National Youth Leadership Forum? I'm trying to figure out if it's worth the investment and if it'll actually be beneficial for my college applications.

Hey everyone, I'm thinking about applying to a few schools early decision, but I'm not 100% sure about the rules. How many early decision applications am I allowed to submit in one application cycle?

I recently signed up to become a member of the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). How can I check my membership confirmation? Will it be useful for my college application? Thanks for yo …

Hey guys, I'm considering applying to UCLA. I was wondering if anyone could provide some insight on the general major requirements at the school? Like, what sort of coursework is expected for, let's s …

Does anyone know of any free summer programs which cater to middle school students? I'm helping my cousin plan his summer and we're looking for something fun and educational, but the budget is tight. …

Hey guys! I'm a little stressed about the college admissions process and wanted to ask if there's a minimum GPA requirement to even be considered for college admissions? Is it different for each colle …

I got a detention recently and I'm a bit concerned. Does detention count as a disciplinary action when it comes to reporting on college applications? Or are colleges more concerned about more serious …

I can't decide whether to take AP Physics C or a different science course next year. I'm not sure if it's right for me, as I've heard it's pretty challenging. Can anyone who has taken it give me some …

I'm taking AP Lang, and I'm finding the essays to be quite challenging. Would any of you recommend some strategies or tips to help me improve and score well on the exam? I'd appreciate any guidance, f …

Hey everyone! I'm a Brazilian student considering applying to colleges in the US. I wanted to ask if anyone here has experience with the process, like what challenges I might face or any advice you co …

Does anyone have any information on the current acceptance rate for Cornell's Early Decision? I've seen varying numbers online, and I'm trying to gauge how competitive it is compared to Regular Decisi …

Hi everyone! I want to stand out with my college essays, and I'm trying to brainstorm some really unique and uncommon argumentative essay topics. Anyone have any suggestions or mind sharing what they' …

Hey fellow applicants! I'm a bit stuck on the UMiami supplemental essay, and I'd really appreciate any suggestions for approaching it. How did you guys manage to stand out with your responses?

Hey there! I'm interested in applying to Tufts University and I've heard about their supplemental essays. Does anyone have any insight on the types of prompts they typically have or any advice on how …