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Organizing your UC activities list?

Hey guys! I'm starting to work on my UC application and was curious if anyone had any advice on how to properly organize my activities list to showcase my various extracurriculars and achievements in …

2 years ago

Typical GPA of a valedictorian?

Hey everyone, I was just wondering what the usual GPA is for a valedictorian. I assume it's near perfect, but are there any specifics I should know?

2 years ago

Do colleges offer summer tours?

Hello! I'm planning to visit some colleges and I wanted to know if they offer tours during the summer break. Can anyone provide some insight or share their experience?

2 years ago

Which colleges offer the most merit aid?

Hey everyone! I'm trying to figure out which schools are known for giving out the most merit aid to students. Can anyone recommend some colleges that have a reputation for being generous with merit sc …

2 years ago

Purdue Supplemental Essays Tips?

Hey everyone! I'm working on my Purdue application and I'm not quite sure how to approach the supplemental essays. Any advice on how to make them stand out? Really want to make a good impression!

2 years ago

What is the average GPA of Ivy League accepted students?

Hey guys, I'm currently a junior and I'm aiming to apply to some Ivy League schools next year. I was wondering if anyone knows what the average GPA is for accepted students at these top schools? Is th …

2 years ago

Is English Honors Worth the Effort?

Hello everyone! I have the option to take English Honors next year, but I'm still undecided. Could anyone who has taken the class tell me if it's worth the extra workload? Do colleges value English Ho …

2 years ago

Notre Dame Leadership Seminars: are they prestigious?

Hi everyone! I was looking into Notre Dame's Leadership Seminars and I'm wondering if they are prestigious or well-regarded by colleges. Any insights would be helpful!

2 years ago

Georgia Tech Merit Scholarships

Hi folks! I'm wondering if Georgia Tech offers any merit scholarships to incoming freshmen. Has anyone here applied to Georgia Tech and received a merit scholarship? What are the requirements for cons …

2 years ago

3.8 GPA: How many B's can you get?

Hey guys, I'm trying to understand how a 3.8 GPA works with letter grades. How many B's can you get in your high school classes and still maintain a 3.8 GPA?

2 years ago

Is HOSA worth getting involved in?

I'm considering joining HOSA at my school, but I'm not sure if it's worth my time and effort. For those who have been a part of HOSA, was it a valuable experience for you? Did it make a positive impac …

2 years ago

Overcoming Adversity College Essay Examples: Need inspiration!

Hey guys, I'm currently working on my college essays and one of the prompts is about overcoming adversity. I'm having some trouble finding inspiration and figuring out how to best convey my experience …

2 years ago

MSU vs UF - which college would you choose?

I'm torn between Michigan State University (MSU) and the University of Florida (UF). I know both are great schools, but I'm wondering if anyone can provide insights or personal experiences to help me …

2 years ago

Taking Pre-Calc over summer: yay or nay?

Hey guys, I'm a rising junior and I have the option to take Pre-Calc over the summer. Is this a good idea to get ahead, or would it be too much to handle during the break? Would love to hear your thou …

2 years ago

Dealing with a 2.6 GPA

So, my GPA is currently a 2.6 and I don't know if it's bad. I'm a junior and worried about how it'll affect my college admissions process. Any advice on how I can improve it and make my college applic …

2 years ago

Diversity in Harvard: How many black students?

Hey everyone, I've been researching about Harvard, and diversity is important to me. Does anyone know the proportion of black students at Harvard? I am trying to get the bigger picture of the student …

2 years ago

Best way to review for APUSH?

Hey everyone! I'm taking APUSH this year and I want to know the best way to review for the exam. What study materials or strategies did you use to successfully prepare for it? Thanks so much!

2 years ago

NHS essay prompt?

Does anyone know if there's a specific essay prompt for the NHS application, or can we write about pretty much anything as long as it highlights our character, scholarship, leadership, and service? Th …

2 years ago

Early Action Acceptance Rates vs. Regular Decision

How much do early action acceptance rates differ from regular decision rates at top colleges? Is there a significant advantage to applying early? I want to make the best strategic choice for my applic …

2 years ago

Dual enrollment and AP Calculus: pros and cons

I'm trying to decide whether to take an AP Calculus course at my high school or dual enroll in a college Calculus course. What do you think are the pros and cons of each option, especially in terms of …

2 years ago
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