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Hey everyone, I'm thinking about transferring to USC next year. Can anyone who has gone through the transfer process shed some light on what the admissions committee looks for? I'm really interested i …
I'm applying to Brown and I've heard about submitting a portfolio video. For those who applied and submitted one, was it beneficial for your application? Any tips on what to include in it and how to m …
Hey there, I'm curious: How much do sports-related extracurricular activities matter on college applications? Would it benefit me to focus on athletics in comparison to other opportunities? Do college …
I've heard of fly-in programs at colleges, but I don't know much about them. Can someone explain what they are and if they're really worth attending if I get the opportunity? Thanks!
Hey guys! I keep hearing the terms 'degree' and 'major' used interchangeably, but I'm not sure if they mean the same thing. Can anyone help clarify the difference between the two?
Hi everyone! My school offers an independent research project for seniors and I want to get a head start on finding a topic. I'm open to topics in science, technology, arts, or psychology. Any recomme …
Hey everyone! I've been considering joining the ROTC program at my school, but I'm on the fence about it. Can anyone share their experiences or the pros and cons of being in ROTC during high school? H …
Hey guys, I was just wondering if it's possible to take AP Chemistry without taking a regular chemistry class beforehand. Do any of you have experience with this? I want to challenge myself but don't …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to think about college. I have a wide range of interests, so I'm not really sure what classes to take once I'm there. What are some good college …
Hey, guys! I'm applying to Columbia and wanted to get some inspiration from successful application essays. Can someone share some samples or advice they've found helpful? Please, no plagiarizing! I ju …
Hey! I'm super interested in studying neuroscience, but I noticed there isn't an AP class for it. Are there any other AP courses that could be a good starting point for learning about neuroscience? Or …
Hey there! I'm looking for some examples of well-written intro paragraphs for AP Lang essays, as I'm struggling with mine. Anybody got any great examples or resources they could share?
Hey guys! Quick question: Are we allowed to bring a bag (like a small backpack or purse) to the ACT testing location? Any advice on what I should and shouldn't bring with me would be great!
Hey guys, I'm working on my college applications and I'm having a bit of trouble coming up with concise and effective activity descriptions for my extracurriculars. Can anyone provide some examples or …
Hey there! I'm currently in 9th grade and looking ahead to 10th grade. I want to take an AP class, but I'm not sure which ones are typically recommended for sophomores. Any suggestions for which AP cl …
I'm planning on getting my associate's degree from a community college before transferring to a four-year university. Is it possible to eventually pursue a master's degree after finishing my bachelor' …
I'm finalizing my college essays and was wondering if there are any websites or resources where I can have someone review them for free. Any suggestions?
Hi everyone! I'm considering applying to both Michigan and Michigan State but am not quite sure about their differences. Can you all give some insight on the main academic and campus life distinctions …
Hey everyone! I'm a freshman in high school and I'm wondering if it's worth it to take the PSAT this year. I know it's mainly for juniors, but can taking it early help me with future SAT preparations? …
Some college prompts ask us to share the creative side in the essay. I'd like to write about my creative side and discuss the unique insights it has given me. What would be a good way to showcase that …