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Extracurricular Involvement Importance?

So I've heard that extracurricular involvement can play a pretty big role in college admissions, but how important is it, really? To what extent does it factor into admission decisions? I'm honestly c …

2 years ago

AP Capstone and College Admissions

Hi everyone, my school offers the AP Capstone program, and I'm considering joining. Do colleges generally care about the AP Capstone program, or do they just focus on individual AP scores?

2 years ago

Need help understanding Calc AB test format

Hey! I'm confused about the structure of the AP Calc AB test. Can anyone help me break down the format, and what types of questions I should expect?

2 years ago

Brainstorming research topics: Share your experiences!

Hi all! I'm about to start a research project for school, and I need some inspiration. Can anyone share what different research topics they've tackled or any cool ideas you've come across? Looking for …

2 years ago

Recommended business awards for high school students?

I'm a junior trying to beef up my resume for college applications. Are there any prestigious national or international business awards you'd recommend me applying for?

2 years ago

What makes a good personal statement topic?

Hey everyone! I'm starting to think about my college application, and I've been brainstorming ideas for my personal statement. What are some qualities of a good personal statement topic? I want to mak …

2 years ago

Any cool film camps for high schoolers?

Hey fellow film enthusiasts! I'm looking for an awesome film camp to attend this summer. Anyone have any recommendations or personal experiences to share? Would love to hear your thoughts!

2 years ago

Coming up with interesting research topics for essays

Hey everyone, I have to write an essay for one of my college applications and I'm having a tough time coming up with research topics that would make my essay stand out. Any ideas on how to brainstorm …

2 years ago

Any college essay inspiration?

I'm feeling stuck while trying to come up with the topic for my college essay. Does anyone have any tips, tricks, or inspiration on how to start brainstorming? Thanks for the help!

2 years ago

What are some unique honors I can strive for in high school?

I'm a junior and looking to add some cool accomplishments to my resume before college applications roll around. Can you guys suggest examples of honors I could try to get? Preferably, something beyond …

2 years ago

Tips for Writing a Rhetorical Analysis Essay?

In my English class, we have to write a rhetorical analysis essay and I've never done one before. Can anyone give me some advice on how to break down the text and write a solid essay? I'd really appre …

2 years ago

Colleges that meet full need without loans?

Hey, guys. I'm starting to look at colleges and want to find schools that can offer the most generous financial aid packages. I've heard about those that cover your full financial need without loans. …

2 years ago

Early Action Deadlines for 2024 - When Are They Due?

I plan on applying Early Action for the class of 2025, but I'm confused about the deadlines. When are EA applications typically due? Do deadlines vary from college to college, or is there a standardiz …

2 years ago

Do colleges accept D grades in classes?

Hi, I'm a bit stressed. I got a D in one of my classes, and I'm not sure how that's going to impact my college applications. Do colleges accept D grades for admission, or should I try to retake the cl …

2 years ago

Accepting college admission deadline?

Hey guys! After being accepted to a college, how long do I typically have to accept the admission offer? Is there a standard deadline, or does it vary by college? Just want to make sure I plan everyth …

2 years ago

Studying for AP Macroeconomics?

Hello! I'm taking AP Macroeconomics and finding it difficult to study and synthesize all the information. Could anyone share some tips, resources, or ways to make the content more digestible? Thanks!

2 years ago

Do community colleges accept anyone?

Hey y'all! Quick question: do community colleges generally have an open admissions policy, or do they still have some selection process? Trying to explore all my options. Thanks!

2 years ago

Brown's Video Portfolio: How Essential is it?

Hey, I'm applying to Brown and noticed the video portfolio option. How important is this component of the application? Does it have a significant impact on your chances? Would love any input, thanks!

2 years ago

What are some common clubs to join in high school?

I'm looking to get involved in extracurriculars at my school, but I'm not sure which ones to join. Can you guys suggest some common and popular clubs that I might find in most high schools? Thanks!

2 years ago

Biophysics Undergraduate Programs: Any advice?

Hey there! I'm interested in majoring in Biophysics, but I'm having trouble finding detailed information about undergraduate programs. Can anyone recommend some amazing Biophysics programs in the US o …

2 years ago
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