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I'm working on an essay that talks about the four pillars of NHS (scholarship, service, leadership, and character). Does anyone have any advice on how to approach this and what personal anecdotes or e …
Hi! I've heard mixed information about the SAT essay. Does the current SAT still include an essay section or has it been removed? I'd appreciate any clarity on this!
Hey everyone, I'm a high school student from Brazil planning to apply to colleges in the US. Are there any Brazilian international students who can share their experiences in the American college proc …
Hey everyone! I've been looking into Cornell lately and I keep hearing about these 'Cornell gothics.' Can someone give me some background on what they are and why they're so well-known? Thanks in adva …
I'm planning on taking the SAT and I heard that some test dates might be harder than others. Is the November SAT generally harder compared to other test dates, or is it just a myth? What has been your …
Hello! I'm a junior passionate about playing softball and I am considering continuing at the collegiate level. Could anyone suggest some D2 schools with good softball programs in Texas? Thanks in adva …
Hey, I got invitations to both the NHS and NSHSS. Can anyone help clarify the differences between them and which one is more beneficial to join for future college applications? Thanks in advance!
What's the proper way to email your high school counselor when you have questions about college applications? I don't want to come across as annoying or impolite. Any tips on etiquette and what to inc …
Hi everyone, I'm working on college applications, and I wanted to get a head start on MIT's application essays. What are the essay prompts they usually ask? Are they similar to other universities or a …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior trying to narrow down college options. Can anyone give me some insights on the differences between Ohio State and the University of Michigan in terms of campus li …
Hey, I heard someone talking about having a 6.0 GPA. Is that even possible or was the person just bragging? I thought the highest GPA you could have was a 4.0 or a 5.0 (weighted). Can someone clarify …
Hi everyone, I'm looking into scholarships and I came across the Elks National Foundation Scholarship. Is it a need-based or merit-based scholarship? Anyone have experience applying for it?
Hey! I'm working on a synthesis essay for English class and I'm having a hard time coming up with a strong thesis. Can anyone help me understand how to write a thesis statement for a synthesis essay? …
Hey, I'm planning to apply to Yale through their Early Action program and was wondering if they conduct interviews for Early Action applicants? If so, any tips on how to prepare for it? Thanks in adva …
Hi all, I've been assigned a synthesis essay and I'm not sure if I need to include a counterargument or not. Is it necessary to have a counterargument in a synthesis essay, or is it better to focus so …
I submitted my FAFSA a while back, and I'd like to check which colleges I sent it to. Is there an easy way to check what schools received my FAFSA application? Thanks!
Hey guys, I'm kind of torn between majoring in Information Technology and Software Engineering. One important factor for me is salary potential after graduation. Can you help me understand how the sal …
Hey everyone! I've been thinking about going into the pharmacy field in college. Can you guys recommend some pharmacist majors and factors that I should consider when choosing a college program? Thank …
Hi everyone! What's your strategy for facing Ivy League acceptance letters? I feel a mix of excitement and dread as the date approaches. How do you plan to manage your emotions when the time comes?
Should I include my future career interests on the Common App, or is it better to keep it focused on what I've done in high school? I don't want to seem like I'm trying to predict the future, but I do …