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Hi everyone! I came across this program called QuestBridge and was curious about who qualifies for it. Can any high school students apply or are there specific requirements? Thanks in advance!
I'm considering applying to Clemson, but I'm not sure where my GPA stands compared to their average. Can anyone tell me what Clemson's average GPA is on a 4.0 scale? It would really help me get a sens …
I'm super interested in going into the healthcare field, but I know some majors can be very challenging. What are some of the easier healthcare majors in college that still offer good career opportuni …
Hey guys! I'm looking for some easy-to-apply-for awards to boost my resume before applying to college. Do you have any suggestions on national or local awards for high school students that are worth c …
Hey everyone, I'm looking for some guidance on preparing for the Reading TSI test. If anyone has study tips or resources they found helpful, please share! Thanks in advance.
Hi everyone, I'm applying to Harvard through the Common App and I'm noticing that there are additional supplement questions. Does anyone have any tips on how to tackle these? Are there any specific to …
Hi y'all. I'm a student in the UK looking into US colleges, and I was wondering how to convert my UK GPA to a US one. I'm having a bit of a hard time understanding the conversion process. Can anyone r …
Hi everyone! I've heard about some people receiving likely letters from certain colleges. Does UPenn send these to applicants and if so, when do they usually get sent out?
Hi everyone! I need to complete some service hours before I graduate. Anyone know about some good community service opportunities for high school students? Preferably something I could do over the wee …
Hey everyone, I'm polishing up my college essays and I wanna make them shine. What are some excellent words or phrases I can use to make my essay stand out? Let me know your suggestions!
Hey everyone, I'm applying to Duke and I'm really nervous about the essay questions. Could anyone share tips or resources to help me write some strong essays? I want to make sure I have the best shot …
I've been hearing rumors that Case Western Reserve University utilizes yield protection in their admissions process. Is this true, and if so, how much does it impact admissions for applicants above th …
I'm preparing for some college interviews and I'm kind of nervous. What were the most difficult or unexpected questions you've been asked during college interviews? I want to make sure I'm ready for a …
Hi everyone, just a quick question: how many people typically get waitlisted during the college admissions process? And is it consistent across most colleges or does it vary? Starting to feel a little …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior starting to look at colleges and I've narrowed down Harvard and Northwestern as my top choices. What factors should I consider when deciding between the two? I'm not sure ab …
Hey everyone, I'm working on expanding my vocabulary for the SAT and just general life. Any recommendations on high-level vocab words that you think are important for a high school junior to know?
I'm sooo stuck trying to write 'why did you choose this university' essay. I know the basic reasons, like good programs and resources, but I'm struggling with getting specific and personal. Can any of …
I'm preparing for the SATs and I'm curious about the maximum score achievable on the test. Anyone know what the highest possible score is based on the current SAT format?
I'm in need of some community service hours but I'm pretty swamped with other commitments. Can anyone recommend some easy or low-key community service options that still make a difference and could he …
Hello! I'm a high school junior and I'm thinking of applying to Harvard. As a black student, campus diversity is something I value highly. I'd like to know about the black population and overall diver …