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Applying for scholarships - do I have to?

Hey everyone! College tuition is kind of wild, and I was just wondering, do I have to actively apply for scholarships or will I automatically be considered for them when I apply to college? Trying to …

2 years ago

AP Microeconomics study tips?

Hey guys! I'm looking for some advice on studying for AP Microeconomics. What resources have you found helpful and what are your go-to study techniques for this course? I want to make sure I'm well-pr …

2 years ago

Impressive vocabulary for college essays?

Hey, so I'm working on writing my college essays, and I was wondering if there were any fancy or more intellectual words I could use to make my writing seem elevated? Please let me know some words or …

2 years ago

Writing a document-based essay?

Hey everyone! I have an upcoming assignment for my history class that requires writing a document-based essay. I've never done one before and could use some guidance. How do I analyze the provided doc …

2 years ago

What's a good name for a college in the west that's similar to the Ivy League?

Hi everyone! I've heard about this concept of an 'Ivy League of the West', referring to prestigious colleges in the western part of the US. What are some schools that fit this description? I'd love to …

2 years ago

Is a C grade considered good in college?

I'm a high school senior, and I'm worried about how my grades will change once I enter college. I've heard that C's are pretty normal there, but I wanted to know if that's true. Are C grades fine in c …

2 years ago

Starting a Robotics Club in High School?

Yo, I'm considering creating a robotics club at my high school, but I'm not sure how to start. What resources would I need and how can I get support from teachers/administration? Any tips or advice fr …

2 years ago

SAT vs ACT - Who Takes What?

Hey everyone, I'm a little bit stressed about which standardized test I should focus on. I was wondering if there's a specific group of students who usually take the SAT or the ACT? Are there any nota …

2 years ago

Prepping for IB Econ SL Paper 1

Hey y'all! I have my IB Econ SL Paper 1 coming up and I'm super nervous. Do you have any tips or tricks to help me prepare and make sure I'm ready to crush this exam? Greatly appreciate it!

2 years ago

Does a 90% translate into a 4.0 GPA?

Hi! I've been getting around 90% in all my classes and I'm wondering if this translates to a 4.0 GPA. Can someone help me out with this? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

National Youth Leadership Forum Medicine - Costs?

I'm interested in attending the National Youth Leadership Forum for Medicine, but I'm concerned about the costs. Can anyone who has attended this program give me an idea of how much it would cost over …

2 years ago

Recommended classes for pre-med students in high school?

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and starting to think about what classes I should take during my senior year to prepare for med school. Right now, I'm planning on taking AP Bio and AP Chemistry, but is the …

2 years ago

Service hours ideas for high school students

I'm looking for some ideas to fulfill my required service hours for high school. What unique and meaningful community service opportunities have you guys done or heard of that I could look into?

2 years ago

MIT Interview Availability

Hey folks! I'm curious about the MIT interview process. Does everyone who applies receive an MIT interview, or is it selective? Are there any particular criteria they use for offering interviews?

2 years ago

Pre-Calc Over the Summer - Good Idea?

I'm considering taking Pre-Calc over the summer to get ahead in my math courses. Is it a good idea to take it during the summer? Can anyone share their experiences and advice on how to stay on track i …

2 years ago

What's Stanford's Middle 50 SAT Range?

Hey everyone, I'm thinking of applying to Stanford, but I'm not sure if my SAT score falls within their accepted range. Could someone let me know their middle 50% SAT scores for admitted students? App …

2 years ago

NHS recommendation letter - what's important?

Hey all, I need to find a teacher to write a recommendation letter for my National Honor Society application. What should I ask them to emphasize in the letter? Any advice would be great, thanks!

2 years ago

Courses needed for radiology?

I'm really interested in pursuing a career in radiology after high school. Does anyone know what kind of high school courses I should be focusing on to prepare for this field? Any advice would be appr …

2 years ago

How do I come up with strong objections for mock trial?

I recently joined my school's mock trial team, and I've been having a bit of trouble generating strong objections during our practice rounds. Can someone provide me with a list of common objections or …

2 years ago

Should I take honors chemistry?

I'm currently deciding on my classes for next year, and I'm considering taking honors chemistry. Is it worth the extra effort and workload? I'm trying to balance extracurriculars, and I don't want to …

2 years ago
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