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Hi! I've been thinking about joining my school's Science Olympiad team. What do you guys think about the experience and benefits of participating? Is it worth it in terms of college applications and p …
Does anyone have any examples of successful community service scholarship essays? I'm looking for inspiration and want to get a sense of what helped other students win scholarships based on their serv …
So I've heard a lot of people say that engineering is easy, and I'm considering it as a major. But I've also heard mixed opinions on how difficult the courses can be. Can any current engineering stude …
Hi everyone! I got accepted into Lesley University and I really want to attend, but the cost is an issue for me and my family. Does anyone have any experiences with financial aid, scholarships, or oth …
I just finished my FERPA form, but I'm a bit confused on the next steps. How do I submit it through Common App? Thanks in advance!
Hey everyone, I've come across this person named Judi Robinovitz online, but I'm not sure what she might have to offer. Can someone please tell me more about her and her relevance to the college admis …
Hi everyone! I'm taking the ACT soon and I just want to clear up something: are we allowed to use calculators during the test? If so, which calculators are allowed or recommended? Thanks in advance!
I'm writing my college application essays and wanted some advice. What's the best way to wrap up a 'Why Us' essay effectively? I don't want it to sound generic, but I'm struggling to find a good way t …
I didn't do so well in high school, but I'm thinking about going to community college to improve my grades and then transferring to a 4-year college. Can taking classes at a community college raise my …
I'm writing my personal statement and really want to make it interesting and unique. What are some things I can do to achieve this? Any experiences or advice you guys can share would be great!
I'm applying to a few Cal State schools, and I can't seem to find any information on whether they require an admissions essay. Is there a general requirement, or does it vary by campus?
Hey folks, I'm currently working on my essay for National Honor Society and I want to make sure it stands out from the others. What are some key components to include in my essay that would make it mo …
Hey everyone! I'm applying to Harvard and I need some advice on how to write killer essays. What are some things I should avoid, and what should I highlight to make my application stand out? Any tips …
I've got a Princeton interview coming up and I'm really nervous. How should I prepare for it? What sort of questions can I expect? Any advice on making a good impression or calming my nerves would be …
Hey, applying to Cal Poly soon and I was wondering if there are any specific essay prompts for their application? If so, what are they usually like? Would love some advice to start brainstorming! Than …
Hello peeps! I've been trying to narrow down a major for college, and I've been told that chemistry might be the hardest. Can y'all weigh in on this? I just want to know the general consensus. Thanks!
Hey everyone, quick question. If I apply Early Decision to a college and get accepted, but the financial aid package isn't enough, can I reject the offer due to financial reasons? What are the repercu …
Hey everyone, so I'll be taking the SAT in a few months and I really want to get a score above 1400. What are some of the most effective strategies you've used during your SAT prep to improve your sco …
Hey y'all! I'm a junior and I just became the president of my school's debate club. I want to make sure it runs smoothly and effectively this year. Does anyone have any tips or ideas for running a suc …
So, I'm starting to think about writing my personal essay for college applications and I want to write about some significant life event that has helped me prepare for the college experience. Anyone h …