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Hi fellow applicants! I've been working on the 'community essay' for some of my applications and I'm having trouble figuring out what to write about. Any advice on how to approach this essay and make …
Hey everyone! I'm really interested in pursuing a career in the medical field, but I'm a little concerned about the difficulty of some programs. Does anyone have any recommendations for potentially ea …
I sometimes struggle with understanding the meaning of prose passages, especially on timed tests. What are some good strategies to ensure proper understanding and analysis of these passages? Any help …
I'm interested in finding research opportunities that are close to home, but I'm not sure where to start. Are there any resources you know of for finding local research positions or internships for hi …
Hey fellow college-bound friends! I'm probably gonna have to take some science courses for gen eds, and I'd prefer an easier one (as science is not my strong suit). What are some of the easiest scienc …
Right now, my GPA is 3.52. How do colleges view this kind of GPA? Should I focus on improving it or are there other things that I should prioritize to increase my chances of getting into a good colleg …
I'm a little stressed about taking the PSAT soon. I'd like to set some goals for myself, but I'm not sure what a good PSAT score range is. What scores should I aim for to help set myself up for succes …
Hey y'all! I have an idea for a club I want to start at my school next year. I've noticed that there's a lack of clubs focused on community service. I was just curious: would this look good on college …
Hi everyone, so with everything going on, I decided to go test-optional when applying to colleges. Do you guys think it will hurt my chances? Would love some input, especially if you've gone test-opti …
Hey, I'm a junior wanting to major in computer science when applying for college. Can you guys recommend any extracurriculars related to CS that can help me stand out and show my passion? Thanks!
I'm a rising junior and starting to look for scholarship opportunities. How can I boost my chances of winning them? If anyone has personal experience, what strategies did you use successfully?
So I'm planning out my high school classes for next year, and I was just wondering: is it necessary to take precalculus before taking calculus? Like, will I struggle in calculus if I don't take precal …
I'm really interested in engineering, but I've heard that some branches are tougher than others. Which engineering branch would you guys consider the 'easiest'? I want to choose a major that's both in …
I'm prepping for my AP Lit exam and I wanna see some high-scoring essays to get a better idea of what the graders are looking for. Does anyone know where I can find a few sample essays that scored wel …
Greetings! I'm perplexed by the whole weighted and unweighted GPA thing. Can someone please clarify whether a cumulative GPA is the same as a weighted GPA? Much appreciated!
Hello, I'm having some trouble understanding the GPA scale. My average percentage is 95. Can someone guide me on how to convert this into a GPA on a 4.0 scale?
Hey, everyone! I was just wondering how college admissions officers check for plagiarism in essays? Do they use any software, or do they rely on their experience to identify it? Thanks in advance!
Hey, guys! I just got into the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), and I was wondering, do you get a special honor cord to wear at graduation if you're a member? I think it would be real …
Hey everyone, I've been looking into applying to Georgetown and I'm curious about the housing options there. Are there any current or former students who could share their experiences living on campus …
Hey guys, I was planning on taking the SAT in March, but I can't find any info about registration deadlines or test dates. Does anyone have that info or can direct me to a reliable source for SAT test …