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I recently connected with an alumnus from a college I'm interested in, and they offered to write me a letter of recommendation. How much can an alumni recommendation help in the admissions process at …
Hey guys, my counselor asked my parents to fill out a brag sheet to help her write my college recommendation letter. Can anyone share some examples of how their parents answered the questions in a way …
So I've been doing some research and ultimately, I'm torn between Brown and Yale for my ED application. I know both are prestigious and offer great academics, but I'd love some input about the overall …
Hi there! I'm trying to understand my financial aid situation for college, and I've come across EFC (Estimated Family Contribution) and SAI (Student Aid Index). How do I convert my EFC to SAI, and wha …
I know extracurricular awards are important while applying to college, but are there any specific awards or achievements that colleges really like to see? Thanks for the help, guys!
Hey guys, I'm considering taking some accelerated classes next year but I'm not sure if they'll be too tough for me. What are the main differences between accelerated and regular classes, and will the …
I've been struggling with developing a solid outline and structure for my AP Lit essays. Does anyone have any tips on how to improve this area? Thanks!
With AP exams approaching, I really need to start reviewing for AP French. Are there any resources or study materials you guys recommend to help me out?
I was wondering if it's possible to take geometry over the summer to get ahead in my math classes? For those of you who've already done it, how was the experience, and do you have any recommendations …
What exactly is an 'honors society' in high school? What are the benefits of being a part of one and how do you join? Thanks for your help!
So, I've mostly gotten A's throughout high school, but unfortunately, I got a C in one class. How will this affect my chances for college admissions? Will it hurt my overall application or just my GPA …
Hi all! I've been involved in volunteer work throughout my high school years and I'd like to write a college app essay about it. Any advice on how to make my essay stand out and effectively communicat …
Hey everyone! Has anyone used the Common Black App to apply to schools? What are the differences between it and the regular Common App? Is it worth using both? Thanks!
Hi everyone, I'm planning on applying to Georgetown and I want to make sure I don't miss any important financial aid deadlines. Can somebody provide me with a list of the important dates I should be a …
Hey guys! I'm from Florida and I'd really like to play football at a D3 school. Can anyone help me find some reputable colleges in Florida with D3 football? Thanks in advance!
Does anyone know some major factors that impact the AP Lit exam pass rate? Do you think certain learning styles make a difference, or is it more about how a school teaches the content?
I'm having trouble choosing between majoring in economics and finance. Can anyone who has experience in either (or both) of these fields help me understand the differences, and which one might be a be …
I really want to pursue a career in healthcare, but I'm unsure of which degree would be the easiest for me to achieve. Are there any healthcare degrees that you think are less demanding than others? L …
Hey guys, I'm in my junior year and I just got accepted into my school's National Honor Society. I know it's a big deal, but I was wondering, does being a part of NHS really carry much weight when app …
Hello! I'm currently creating my list of teacher recommendations for my Georgetown application. How many recommendations are we supposed to have? I want to make sure I have the right number, so any gu …