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Hello, I've been considering joining the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) because they claim to help with college applications and connections. Can anyone confirm if this is true or if …
Hey everyone! So I've been hearing about the SAT and was just wondering who's eligible to take it? Do you have to be in a specific grade or can anyone sign up? Thanks for the help!
I'm currently working on my Columbia application and was wondering if anyone had any tips or advice for the writing supplement? What are some common mistakes to avoid and effective strategies to make …
Hey there, I'm considering studying something business-related in college but I can't decide whether to pursue an economics degree or a business degree. Can you guys share the pros and cons of each, c …
Hey there, I was just wondering how important the Common App mid-year report is when it comes to college applications? What specific materials are needed for it and when should I submit it?
I've recently become interested in Case Western's Pre-Professional Scholars Program (PPSP). Do any current students or previous applicants have insights about the program? What opportunities does it o …
I know what a high school cumulative GPA is, but does anything change in college? What is a cumulative GPA in the context of college academics? Any help would be appreciated!
Hey everyone! I'm currently working on my college applications and I was wondering if MIT requires a counselor recommendation as part of their application process. Thanks in advance!
Hey everyone, I'm struggling a bit with geometry on the ACT. Can anyone recommend some essential geometry formulas I should know for the test? Thanks in advance!
I recently came across Brown University's Fly-In Program and it sounds really interesting. For those who have attended or know about it, could you please share some details about what it's like and wh …
Hi everyone, I just wanted to check if anybody knew whether the University of Chicago uses superscoring for the SAT or ACT? I've taken both tests multiple times and want to make sure my highest scores …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to feel a bit stressed about my college essays and could really use some guidance. Are there any (free) resources out there where I can get some help with brainstorming, edi …
Hey y'all, have any of you seen or worked on some really good examples of AP Lit FRQ 2s? I'm looking for some inspiration to polish my own response. Bonus points if your example feels approachable and …
Hello! I'm going to be taking AP Spanish Literature soon, and I've been hearing that it's important to understand the major themes of the works we'll study. Can anyone share a list of the key themes w …
Does anyone have experience being waitlisted at Cornell? What's the process like, and is there anything I can do to increase my chances of getting in off the waitlist? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone! I'm currently a high school junior interested in engineering. I've been looking for an engineering camp to attend during this summer. Can anyone recommend any great programs or camps for …
So, do AP scores have a significant impact on college admissions? Are they considered when reviewing my application, or are they more for college credit and placement purposes?
Just a quick question – do we still receive report cards or some sort of grade summary once we're in college? How is our academic progress communicated to us and our parents?
I'm super lucky and got accepted to both Dartmouth and Brown, but I'm struggling to decide between them. Can anyone provide some insights or personal experiences that might help me make up my mind? Th …
Hey peeps, I'm thinking of applying to Barnard College and I want to know if any of you have tips or experiences you could share about the essay prompts? How did you come up with a unique idea and wha …