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Ivy League Academic Index: how important is it?

Hi, I've been hearing a lot about the Ivy League Academic Index (AI) as a crucial factor in college admissions. Can someone explain what it is and how much weight it holds in the selection process? I' …

2 years ago

Anyone got NHS scholarship essay examples?

I'm applying for an NHS scholarship and I need to write an essay for it. Does anyone have any examples of successful essays they used for their NHS scholarship application? It would be great to have s …

2 years ago

Balancing clubs and extracurricular activities

Hey there! I'm trying to figure out how to balance my time between school, clubs, and extracurricular activities. Does anyone have any tips or advice on managing it all without getting overwhelmed? Th …

2 years ago

Extracurricular Essay Tips?

Hey guys, I'm working on my college applications, and I feel kinda lost about how to write a strong extracurricular essay. Can anyone provide me some tips on how to stand out and highlight the impact …

2 years ago

How to use a 529 account to pay for college?

Hey guys, my parents have set up a 529 account for my college tuition and I was wondering if anyone could provide some information on how to go about using those funds to pay for my college expenses. …

2 years ago

Steps to Become a Veterinarian after High School?

I'm really passionate about animals and I want to become a veterinarian after high school. Can someone guide me through the necessary steps to start working towards that goal? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Free college tours for high school students?

Hey everyone! I know visiting colleges is tricky, but I've heard about some free college tour programs for high school students. Are there any programs that you'd recommend? Thanks!

2 years ago

Ideas for a 'making your community better' essay?

Hi, y'all! So, for one of my college application essays, I need to write about how I would make my community better. I'm kind of stumped and would appreciate any suggestions or examples of what others …

2 years ago

Finding online community service opportunities?

Hi there, I'm trying to find some online community service opportunities for high school students. Does anyone have suggestions of legitimate programs or websites to start looking? Thanks!

2 years ago

Interesting research topics for high school students?

What's up, everyone? I gotta come up with a research topic for my science class, but I want to stand out from the usual boring choices. What are some unique and famous research topics that have been s …

2 years ago

IB classes and GPA boost

So I've been considering taking some IB classes in my junior and senior years. I've heard they can really enrich your education, but I'm also curious if they give a GPA boost like AP classes do. Thoug …

2 years ago

Biology BA or BS: Which one should I choose?

Hey friends! I've decided to major in Biology, but I'm a little confused about whether I should pursue a BA or a BS in the subject. What are the main differences between them, and which one would be b …

2 years ago

Jefferson Scholars interview questions?

Has anyone gone through the Jefferson Scholars program interview process? I was just wondering what types of questions they usually ask and if you could share any tips on how to prepare for them. Than …

2 years ago

Delayed SAT Scores?

I'm kinda stressed about my SAT scores being delayed. I took it on the last test date and was hoping to have the scores back by now. Is anyone else experiencing delays with their SAT scores? Any idea …

2 years ago

Dealing with a Rude Teacher

Hey, so I have a teacher this year who's pretty rude and difficult to work with. Any tips for dealing with this and making sure it doesn't affect my grades or college recommendations?

2 years ago

Pre-med degree requirements?

Hi all! I'm a high school junior looking into pre-med, and I'm wondering about degree requirements for pre-med students. What kinds of classes should I expect, and are there any specific requirements …

2 years ago

Looking for document based question essay examples

Yo! I have a DBQ essay due soon and I'm trying to find some high-quality examples to guide me in writing. Which websites or resources do y'all recommend to find good DBQ essay examples that I can use …

2 years ago

Is it possible to update SAT scores after applying?

Hey guys, I've already submitted some of my college applications, but I recently took another SAT test and think I did better. Is it possible to update my SAT scores after applying? How would I go abo …

2 years ago

Any tips on NHS essay format?

Hey guys, I'm currently working on my National Honor Society essay, and I was just wondering if there's any specific format I should follow? Should I use MLA, APA, or something else? If anyone has any …

2 years ago

Do freshmen typically take the SAT?

Hey everyone! I'm just starting high school, and I was wondering if freshmen usually take the SAT? When's the recommended time for taking the test? Thanks for the advice!

2 years ago
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