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Hey, I'm planning on taking AP Macro in the upcoming school year. A few of my friends mentioned that it's pretty easy, but I want more opinions. If you've taken it, how easy did you find it and any ti …
Hey everyone! I'm applying to Harvard and was wondering if all applicants get interviews, or is it just a select few?
Hello! I'm planning to major in a scientific field, but I don't want to be overwhelmed by the difficulty of the program. Can someone suggest some of the 'easier' science degrees that I could consider …
I'm currently planning my course schedule for next year and I'm thinking about taking a few AP classes. I've heard some tests have higher fail rates than others, so I was wondering which AP test has t …
Hey, I'm a high school junior considering law school after college. What classes and requirements should I focus on before I apply? Are the pre-law classes different for each college, or is there a ge …
I've been hearing about the Hispanic Recognition Program and I'm wondering what it's all about. Can someone explain the program, its benefits, and how to qualify for it? I'd really appreciate the help …
Hey guys, I've been really dedicated to working out at the gym lately, and I was wondering if going to the gym consistently can be considered an extracurricular activity on my college applications?
I've noticed that Cornell allows applicants to submit optional supplemental materials. What sort of things do people usually submit and would you recommend including these materials in my application? …
Hey guys, I'm a little stressed about my SAT scores. Do the scores need to be received by the colleges before the application deadline or is there some flexibility? Like, if my scores arrive a few day …
Hey, quick question here. When calculating my cumulative GPA, should I be including my grades from all four years of high school? Thanks!
Hi everyone! I'm deciding on my classes for next year, and I've been hearing different things about whether or not taking the International Baccalaureate (IB) courses will actually boost my GPA. Can a …
Hey! I'm really passionate about film and wanted to know if there are any high school film competitions that you'd recommend participating in. I'd love to submit some of my work and get feedback from …
Hey everyone, I was wondering if physical science counts as a lab science? I'm trying to fulfill my high school's lab science requirement and wanted to make sure before I register for classes. Thanks …
Hey, I've heard some mixed opinions on this, so I thought I'd ask here. Does middle school matter for college applications? Do colleges even look at that or just high school? Thanks!
Hey guys, I'm working on my common app essay and want to write about a failure I've experienced. What are some tips for writing about failure in a way that's engaging and shows personal growth? I'm wo …
I'm planning ahead and would like to know about summer internship opportunities in NYC for high school students this year. Does anyone have any good recommendations? Please share your experiences or a …
Hey, everyone! I took the SAT in October and I'm getting super anxious about my scores. When can I expect the scores to be released? And how do I check them once they're out?
Hey all, I'm currently working on an essay that asks to write about a time when I challenged a belief or idea. Can anyone give me some examples or advice on how to approach this topic? I'm not sure wh …
Hey, I'm filling out the CSS Profile soon and I was wondering what documents are needed to complete it? I want to make sure I have everything ready to go. Thanks for your help!
I'm considering taking AP Stats next year but I'm not that great at math. Do you think it's still worth it, or should I avoid it and focus on other subjects?