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I've been struggling to come up with an engaging hook for my Common App essay. Could anyone who has written an essay with a solid hook please share some tips or inspiration on how they went about crea …
Hey guys! Quick question on scholarships: is it best to apply for them after receiving a college acceptance, or should I start applying before I even know where I'm going to college? Thanks for any ad …
I'm a little stressed about my upcoming AP Art History exam. If anyone took it before or has any sample questions, it would be super helpful if you could share them! Need to practice and get a feel fo …
Hi everyone! I'm looking for some really good examples of rhetorical analysis essays for AP Lang. Would love to see how others have approached this type of essay and learn from them!
I'm still deciding whether to join the IB curriculum for my senior year. What are the benefits of the IB program? Do colleges actually notice if you're in IB or not? A little stressed out about whethe …
Guys, I recently got detention for something minor and I'm a bit freaked out. Does detention go on my permanent record and, if so, will it affect my college admissions? Just need some clarity on this. …
Hola everyone! I'm in need of some practice tests, specifically multiple-choice ones, for AP Spanish Language and Culture. Any suggestions on where I could find good-quality practice tests? Thanks for …
Hey peeps! I've been given the task of coming up with some new, interesting club ideas for our school. I wanna suggest something unique and engaging. Any cool ideas you've seen in your schools or sugg …
Hey everyone, so I'm trying to improve my college essay and want some extra help. Any ideas on where I can find reliable college essay helpers? Are there any specific websites or resources y'all recom …
Hi everyone, I'm in the process of applying to college and I'm a bit confused about the relation between the Common App and FAFSA. Do I need to fill out my FAFSA before sending my Common App or are th …
I'm considering transferring to another college and I need to write an essay for the Common App transfer application. Any tips or examples of successful transfer essays would be super helpful!
Hi everyone, I'm applying to the University of Washington and I need some help figuring out what topics are best suited for their essays. If you've applied or have any insight, I'd really appreciate s …
So, I'm a bit stressed out because some colleges have optional essays in their applications. What does 'optional' really mean? Should I be doing them to boost my chances? Thanks in advance.
I'm a junior who's starting to think about financing for college, and I'm particularly interested in attending a Catholic university. Are there any annual Catholic college scholarships I should be loo …
What plays did you guys find particularly helpful in preparing for the AP Lit exam? I want to diversify my reading list and increase my chances of being prepared for any prompts we might encounter!
I'm applying to Brown, and I didn't submit a video portfolio. Is it still possible to get accepted without one? How important is the video portfolio in their admissions process?
Hi all, I'm working on my U Chicago essays, and I'm feeling a little overwhelmed. Does anyone have any tips or suggestions for approaching these essays effectively and making them stand out? I'd reall …
I've been hearing people talking about Associate's Degrees, but I'm not too familiar with the details. Can anyone explain what an Associate's Degree is and its benefits for college-bound students?
Hey! So I just discovered that Barnard College has a fly-in program for prospective students, and I'm thinking of applying for it. Has anyone here taken part in the program? Can you share your experie …
Hey guys, I've come across the term 'course scheduling system' while looking into my future classes. Can somebody explain what it means and how it works?