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Hello! I'm curious about MIT's acceptance rates for recruited athletes. Is it significantly higher than the general acceptance rate? Also, what's the process like for being recruited in the first plac …
I'm working on my application for Boston College, and I was wondering if anyone has any advice on their writing supplement. What kind of topics are they looking for, and any tips to stand out? Thanks …
I want to write a college essay that highlights my intellectual curiosity and love for learning. Can anyone share some examples or tips on how to write an engaging essay on this topic? I'm a little st …
Hi all! I'm a high school junior and a basketball player hoping to continue playing in college. I'm considering schools in Ohio - anyone have any recommendations or experiences with college basketball …
I'm planning on taking AP Chemistry next year, but I've heard it's one of the hardest AP classes. Can anyone who's taken it share their thoughts about the difficulty? And do you have any tips for surv …
I started working on my UC application essays, but I'm stressed about how to make the best impression. Does anyone have suggestions or successful topics to share? I would really appreciate it!
Hey guys, I'm really into both biochemistry and bioengineering, but I'm torn between these two majors. Can anyone provide insight on the differences, job prospects, and research opportunities for each …
I've been researching different colleges and their campus sizes, but I can't seem to find a list of schools with the largest campus populations. Can anyone help me out with this? I'm really interested …
Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior looking for some ways to help finance my college education. What are some good sources or websites to find immediate scholarships that I can apply for right now? I …
Hey, I'm applying to the University of Maryland and I'm not sure how to approach their application questions. Anyone got any tips or suggestions on what UMD is looking for in their applicants and how …
Are there any aspects or details that I should be sure to include in my supplemental essay about Brown's Open Curriculum? Any advice on how to approach this topic? Thanks in advance!
Hey guys! I'm trying to get my life in order (ya know, college-prep and all), and I'm wondering if I should use a planner or a calendar to organize my assignments, extracurriculars, and other importan …
Hey all, I'm not quite sure what college hooks are, but I've heard that they can be helpful during the admissions process. Can anyone explain to me what college hooks are and how they play a role in c …
I recently came across Kode with Klossy and I'm considering applying. Has anyone participated in this program before? If so, is it worth it and can it really make a difference in my college applicatio …
I recently took the PreACT and I found an online calculator that predicts my future ACT score based on my PreACT score. Has anyone used these calculators and do you think they're accurate?
Hey guys! I've been wanting to expand my reading beyond our assigned texts in school, and I'm looking for some must-read literature for high school students. What are some iconic or influential books …
Has anyone found a good method or resource for calculating the score I need on a final exam to keep my grade at a specific level? I'm trying to plan my study schedule and focus on the most important s …
Hey guys, I'm considering applying to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill through their early action program. I just wanted to clarify - is UNC's early action binding or not? I know some s …
I'm a little bit stressed about my current GPA and I'd love to raise it higher before applying to college. Are there any specific tactics or methods I should be using to get my GPA up? Thanks in advan …
What are some good schools for National Merit Scholars? Are there any colleges that are particularly known for offering great scholarships or other benefits to National Merit students?