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I was just wondering about the AP Bio Exam length - like how many hours should I be prepared to sit for, and how much time is allotted per question or section? Thanks for any info on this!

I've heard that colleges have a foreign language requirement, but I'm not entirely sure how it works. Do I need a certain number of years of a foreign language in high school? Or do I need to take a l …

So, I'm really interested in aerospace engineering and was wondering what kind of extracurriculars or programs are available in high school to gain experience in this field. Any suggestions?

Hi everyone, I'm just trying to get an idea of when the AP Calculus (AB and BC) exams usually begin. Does anyone know the typical start time, so I can mentally prepare for test day? Thanks in advance!

Hi guys, I'm working on my college applications and applying to Cornell's College of Human Ecology. Can anyone give me some tips or examples for their supplemental essay? I'm struggling a bit with wha …

I'm a bit confused about the difference between early action and early admissions deadlines. Can someone explain the difference? Should I consider applying early action, or is it just for students wit …

Hi everyone! I'm really interested in pursuing a career in finance, and I'd love to attend a summer program to further develop my skills. What are some of the best finance programs for high school stu …

Hi everyone! I am writing my college essay and want to focus on expressing gratitude and how it has impacted my life. Any tips on how to approach this theme or examples of successful gratitude essays?

I might have to move before senior year and I'm wondering if transferring high schools in 12th grade is even an option. Has anyone done this before? What was your experience like? Are there any potent …

Hey, I'm a rising senior and I'm interested in applying to Caltech. Can any current Caltech student or recent applicant share what the essay prompts were and if they were challenging to answer? Also, …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior thinking about my college applications for next year. I'm leaning towards a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree but I'm not sure which major to choose. What are some popular BS …

Does anyone have any advice or tips for crafting a solid Boston College supplemental essay? I want to make sure my essay stands out and reflects my personality well. Thanks for any guidance you can of …

Hello! I'm a high school junior, and I just thought, what kind of adjectives or qualities do colleges look for in applicants? I've been aiming to build a strong application, and knowing this would hel …

Hey guys, I know that in high school, there's a valedictorian and salutatorian. Is there a similar concept in college, like can someone be recognized as a valedictorian for having the highest GPA?

Hi! I've got a couple of college admission interviews coming up, and I'm a bit nervous. What are some common questions that interviewers ask? Any advice on how to prepare for and ace these interviews?

Hey everyone, I was just wondering what the best method is for choosing extracurriculars in high school? I want to be involved in something I'm passionate about, but that would also look impressive on …

If I applied to a college in the past and didn't get accepted, is it possible for me to reapply in the future? Will they look at my original application, or will I be starting fresh?

So, I'm an incoming freshman and I wanted to ask if it's possible to take AP classes right away? Has anyone been able to do this, or is it something I should just wait to do in my sophomore year?

Hey, everyone! I got waitlisted at Columbia, and I'm thinking about writing a letter of continued interest. Can anyone provide some tips for writing a strong letter? Perhaps some examples of the kind …

Hey guys, I'm currently a junior looking for art internships to gain experience and enhance my college application. Does anyone have recommendations for finding local art internships for high school s …