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Hi, friends! I'm currently working on my Georgetown supplemental essays and wondering if anyone who's been through the process has any advice on what to focus on? Trying to make sure my essays are str …

I'm starting to work on my Cornell application, and I want to make sure my essay stands out. For those who got accepted, what kind of topics did you write about? Any tips or advice would be greatly ap …

Hey everyone! I'm considering applying to Brown University and I wanted to know what exactly sets it apart from other universities. If you had to describe it in one sentence, what would you say?

Hey guys, I just took the SAT in November, and I'm starting to get really anxious. Does anyone know when they typically release the scores? Thanks!

I've been tutoring kids in my neighborhood for a while, and I was wondering if tutoring would look good on my college applications. Should I include it as one of my extracurricular activities?

Hey everyone! I'm curious about whether taking AP English in high school is worth it. What are the main benefits of the class? How has it helped you with your college applications or future academic p …

Hi, I'm interested in attending a summer program at Indiana University to explore my interests and potential majors. What are some popular programs that you recommend for high school juniors? Thanks!

I've been stressing about the Brown open curriculum essay, and I would appreciate some advice on how to approach this prompt. Can someone share their thoughts or experiences on crafting a compelling r …

Sup y'all. I'm trying to decide between majoring in mechanical engineering and electrical engineering. I'm curious about the salary differences between these two fields. Can someone provide informatio …

Hi all! I'm starting my National Honor Society essay and was wondering if there's a specific format I should follow. Are there any guidelines or tips you can share? Thanks in advance!

Hey guys, I'm working on my personal statement for college apps and I'm feeling a bit lost. Are there any resources or examples of personal essays that got students into top colleges? I think reading …

Hey everyone, I'm planning on going the pre-med route in college. What high school classes do you recommend taking to build a strong foundation and be well-prepared for a pre-med undergraduate program …

Hey there, I'm planning to participate in the JFK Profiles in Courage Essay Contest. Has anybody here done it before? If so, do you have any tips or suggestions on how to approach it? Thanks a lot!

Hi everyone, my current GPA is 3.15 and I'm a bit worried about my college applications. Do you think this GPA is good enough to get into some decent colleges, or should I focus on boosting it during …

Hi everyone! I'm currently working on my essays for the University of Michigan. Would it be better to focus on personal experiences or intellectual ideas to make my essays stand out? I'm having troubl …

I'm working on my personal statement for the University of Pittsburgh application. Any tips or suggestions on how to make it stand out? What qualities are the admissions officers looking for in a stro …

I just started high school, and I've been hearing about freshman internships. Are they worth pursuing? Would they make a difference on my college applications? Any advice or opinions would be apprecia …

Hi there, I am currently a junior and I am interested in UW Madison. I was wondering if they offer any merit-based scholarships and if so, how do I apply for them?

I've heard about the NSLC, but I still have some questions. Would attending an NSLC program actually help boost my college applications? Is it highly selective or not?

Is anyone willing to share their strategies on writing strong 'Why Us' essays for college applications? What are some effective ways to demonstrate genuine interest in a particular school in these ess …