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Hey everyone! I'm in the process of obtaining letters of recommendation from my teachers. However, I'm not sure about the formatting. Do teachers typically write these on their school's official lette …
Hey! I'm going to be attending UCLA this fall, and I'm considering Rieber Vista as my housing choice. Can anyone who has lived there or is familiar with the dorm share their thoughts on Rieber Vista? …
Hi! I want to join a robotics program at my school or outside of school. How do I find local high school robotics programs, and what do I need to know to get started?
Hey everyone, I'm planning to take the PSAT 8/9 and 9/10 soon, and I'm kinda nervous. What kind of scores should I aim for, and how different are they from the actual SAT? Any helpful tips would be ap …
Hey! I noticed some college apps require entering my graduating class size, but my school doesn't provide this info. Any suggestions on how to find this out or estimate it accurately? Thanks!
Hey guys, I just started AP Government this semester, and I was wondering how difficult the AP test usually is. What can I do to prepare for it, and are there any helpful resources you recommend?
Hey guys! I wanna explore the business field more before I apply to college. What are some great business camps/programs that high school students can participate in?
Hey guys, I'm a junior researching colleges, and I'm looking into the University of Houston (UH). Can someone let me know what the essay prompt is and maybe give some tips on how to approach it? Thank …
Hey guys, I recently found out about the National Junior Pulitzer Essay Contest, and I think it sounds pretty cool. Does anybody have any experience with this competition? How prestigious is it in the …
Hello, I'm planning on majoring in computer science in college. I'm wondering what subjects are typically required or recommended for a computer science major? Any advice on what I should be focusing …
Hi everyone! I'm currently studying for the SAT and I have my sights set on an Ivy League school. I wanted to ask you all about your experience or knowledge when it comes to the importance of a high S …
Hi everyone! I'm finalizing my course schedule for senior year, and I'm considering taking some on-level classes instead of all AP/IB classes. What are some benefits of taking on-level classes over AP …
Hi everyone, I'm planning on taking eight AP classes in total by the time I graduate. Do you think that's enough to be considered a strong applicant? What do colleges generally look for in terms of AP …
So I'm a junior and I realize I need to get involved in more extracurricular activities. What are some different kinds of extracurricular activities that you guys have done or recommend? I'm open to p …
Hi everyone, I've been doing some research on Tufts University and came across the term 'yield protection'. Can anyone explain what that means and how it might affect my application chances? Is it som …
Hey guys! I'm currently working on my UC application essays, and I was wondering if any of you could share examples or provide insights on what makes a compelling UC application essay. Thanks in advan …
Hey guys, I need to come up with a research project for my science class, but I'm having trouble deciding on a topic. What are some common research topics that high school students usually choose? App …
Just got my ACT score back and it's a 14. I'm freaking out, is this score considered really bad? What can I do to improve my score substantially before I apply to colleges? Any advice or study tips wo …
Hey, so I'm trying to come up with some creative ideas for a research paper in my honors English class. I'm struggling to find a subject that really grabs me and isn't something everyone else is doing …
Hey all, I've been thinking a lot about how I can use my education to make a positive impact on society. Can anyone suggest some career paths or college majors that would allow me to help transform li …