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How important are the supplemental essays for Florida State?

Hi there! I'm planning to apply to Florida State and was wondering how important the supplemental essays are for their admissions process. What kind of impact do they have on my chances?

2 years ago

Taking IB and AP simultaneously?

I was curious if anyone has experience taking both IB and AP courses at the same time? Is it manageable, or would you recommend choosing one or the other? I'd love to hear your thoughts!

2 years ago

Effect of a Suspension on College Applications?

Ugh, I messed up and got a suspension. Does this go on my record? How will it impact my college applications? Anyone have experience with this or advice to mitigate the potential negatives?

2 years ago

Notable MIT alumni?

Hey everyone, I'm looking into MIT as one of my top choices and I'm super curious about the experiences of some successful alumni. Can anyone list a few notable alumni from MIT and their accomplishmen …

2 years ago

Johns Hopkins SAT Superscoring

I'm planning on applying to Johns Hopkins University and was wondering if anyone knows if they superscore the SAT? This could help me decide which test scores to send. Thanks!

2 years ago

Taking precalculus over the summer—any advice?

I want to take precalculus over the summer to get ahead in my math studies. Has anyone done this before, and if so, any tips? Is it manageable and worth it?

2 years ago

Gaming as a hobby

What's up, guys? I'm currently trying to build my college app resume, and I have a question: Does gaming count as a legitimate hobby to include in my application? I just want to emphasize my passion f …

2 years ago

Common App Essay Format: Best examples?

Hey friends! I've been trying to find some good examples of how to format my Common App essay. I'm not sure whether I should use a specific format or if there's a standard one to follow. If anyone has …

2 years ago

Guaranteed Transfer at Cornell—What's Involved?

Hey guys, I heard Cornell has a 'guaranteed transfer' option for some students. Can someone explain the process and requirements for it? How does it differ from regular admission? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Online summer jobs for high school students?

Hey guys, I'm trying to find an online summer job that's suitable for a high school student like me. Does anyone have any suggestions or experience with finding online jobs? Looking for something flex …

2 years ago

Finding CEEB Codes for International Schools?

Hi everyone, I'm an international student and I need to find my school's CEEB code for my application. How can I find this information if my school isn't a U.S.-based institution? Is there any reliabl …

2 years ago

HDFS Minor at Mizzou: Worth It?

I'm considering taking up an HDFS (Human Development and Family Science) minor at Mizzou. Anyone have experience with this minor or can suggest if it's a good addition to my major in psychology?

2 years ago

Colgate In Focus Program

Hi all! I've been hearing a lot about the Colgate In Focus program. Can someone share more information about it? What exactly is it, and how do you apply? Also, what are the benefits of participating …

2 years ago

Remote community service ideas for college app boost?

Hey guys! I'm a junior, and with everything going on this year, I'm struggling to find community service opportunities. Does anyone know of any remote ways to get involved and give back that would als …

2 years ago

Do Stanford interviews matter?

I just had my Stanford interview and I'm a bit nervous about how it went. How much weight does Stanford give to interviews during the admissions process? Is it a major factor, or just a small piece of …

2 years ago

Can I do a master's degree after completing an associate degree in the U.S.?

Hi everyone! I'm currently pursuing an associate degree and have been considering further education. Is it possible to go for a master's degree right after completing my associate's in the U.S.? If ye …

2 years ago

Georgia Tech supplemental essay: tips?

Hey everyone, I'm currently working on my Georgia Tech supplemental essay and I could use some advice. Can anyone who has been successful shed some light on how they approached it and possibly share s …

2 years ago

Hawaii Summer Programs for High School Students

Aloha! I'm searching for summer programs in Hawaii that would be a good fit for high school students. Any suggestions on where to look or specific programs that you've heard positive things about?

2 years ago

REA: What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages?

Hey guys, I've been researching the different types of early application processes. REA (Restrictive Early Action) is one of them, and I'm trying to better understand the pros and cons. Could someone …

2 years ago

Strategies for SAT Grid-in Math Questions?

I'm preparing for the SAT, and I find the math grid-in questions a bit more challenging than the multiple-choice ones. Can someone share their approach or strategies for tackling grid-in math question …

2 years ago
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