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Paying College Tuition with a 529 Plan

My parents set up a 529 plan for me, but we're not entirely sure how it works when it comes to paying for college tuition. Can anyone help clarify the process of using a 529 plan for tuition payments? …

2 years ago

Interesting Princeton facts?

Hey fellow applicants, I am looking to learn more about Princeton and just wanted to know some fun and interesting facts about the school. What are some things that set Princeton apart from other univ …

2 years ago

RISD Pre-College acceptance rate?

I'm really interested in attending the RISD Pre-College program, but I can't find any info about the acceptance rate. Does anyone know the acceptance rate or have any tips for getting into the program …

2 years ago

Removing schools from CSS Profile?

Hey y'all! I've accidentally added a school to my CSS Profile that I'm not applying to and I can't figure out how to remove it from the list. Does anyone have any advice or experience with this?

2 years ago

Combatting senioritis

Hey guys, I'm worried about getting senioritis next year and slacking off. Does anyone have tips on how to avoid this or ways to stay motivated? I really want to keep my grades up and maintain a good …

2 years ago

What classes should I take if I want to become a psychiatrist?

So, I really want to become a psychiatrist and I'm trying to plan out my high school courses accordingly. Are there any specific classes that I should definitely take? Advice from current psychiatrist …

2 years ago

Majoring in Law?

Hey everyone, I've been really interested in law lately and was wondering if law is a major you can choose in college or is it something that comes later, like in grad school? Would love some clarific …

2 years ago

Cool Medical Club Ideas?

So my friends and I want to start a medical club at our high school, but we're not sure what activities or focus we should have. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for a medical-themed club tha …

2 years ago

What's the national average for PSAT scores?

Hey guys! I'm just curious about how my PSAT performance compares to other high school students. What's the national average for PSAT scores? Knowing this will help me see where I stand and set some g …

2 years ago

Searching for paid high school internships near me!

I'm interested in finding a paid internship for high school students in my area. Anyone know any reputable resources or tips on where I could find such opportunities?

2 years ago

Princeton letter of continued interest?

In case I get deferred during the early action round for Princeton, should I send them a letter of continued interest to express my dedication to the school? How should I go about writing a strong let …

2 years ago

Is a 1060 SAT score decent enough for college applications?

Hey there! I recently got my SAT scores back and I scored a 1060. I'm not sure if this is considered a good score for college admissions or not. Can someone let me know if this is an okay score or if …

2 years ago

3.9 GPA: Calculating the number of B's I can have

Hey everyone, I'm aiming for a 3.9 GPA, and I'm really curious about how many B grades I can have throughout high school to still achieve it. I know it varies depending on the number of semesters and …

2 years ago

Help with WashU supplemental essay?

Hey, I need some help with the WashU supplemental essay. I want to make my application stand out, but I'm not exactly sure what they're looking for. Can anyone who has been through this process give m …

2 years ago

Purdue Opportunities and Supporting My Interests?

I'm applying to Purdue and want to make sure I fully explore how their opportunities will support my interests. Can anyone give me advice on what specific programs, resources, or extracurriculars I sh …

2 years ago

What is the Salutatorian award?

Lately, I've been hearing about the Salutatorian award and I'm kind of curious. Can someone please explain what it is exactly? Is it an academic distinction or something like that?

2 years ago

What's the usual Ivy League decision date?

Hello! I plan on applying to a few Ivy League schools next year. Is there a usual date that the admission decisions are released? Any input would be helpful. Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

HYPSM: How Important Are They?

Hey, I heard a lot about HYPSM colleges (Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford, MIT) and people seem pretty obsessed. Are they like a 'big deal' in college admissions? Should I focus on applying to these …

2 years ago

APES Exam Study Tips

Hey guys, I'm really struggling with studying for my AP Environmental Science exam. What study methods did y'all use that really helped? Any resources or tips you can share would be amazing, thanks!

2 years ago

Powerschool class rank?

Hey guys, what's the deal with Powerschool class rank? How does it work and how accurate is it in reflecting our real standing among classmates?

2 years ago
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