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Best hooks for writing great college essays?

Hey fellow applicants! I'm struggling to come up with a strong hook for my college essay. What are some strategies or techniques you guys use to craft a compelling hook that effectively draws your rea …

2 years ago

Bengal Kitchen at Buffalo State: Thoughts?

Hey, I'm probably going to Buffalo State next year and I'm curious about the Bengal Kitchen. What's the food like there? Is it enough to satisfy a hungry student? Would love to hear some first-hand ex …

2 years ago

BFA vs BA: What's the Difference?

Hey guys, I'm a junior starting to think about college programs and am passionate about the arts. I've come across both BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) and BA (Bachelor of Arts) degree programs, but I'm n …

2 years ago

Any pro tips for the AP Stats exam?

What's up everyone, I know the AP Stats exam can be pretty challenging. If you've taken it, do you have any exam day tips or tricks you'd like to share to help me out? Much appreciated!

2 years ago

Effective APUSH Exam Study Techniques?

Hi everyone, I'm currently prepping for the AP United States History (APUSH) exam and could use some advice. What are the best and most effective ways to study for the APUSH exam? Any tips on how to m …

2 years ago

Writing a 'Why Wisconsin?' Essay

Hey guys, I'm working on my 'Why Wisconsin' essay and I'd love some input on what I should focus on. Are there any specific campus resources or programs you think are worth mentioning? How can I make …

2 years ago

AP vs Honors GPA

Hello everyone! I'm kind of confused about how taking AP courses affects my GPA compared to taking honors courses. Can someone clarify the impact each type of course has on my GPA?

2 years ago

What's a C+ in a 4.0 GPA scale?

I recently got a C+ in one of my classes, and I'm wondering how that translates to a 4.0 GPA scale. Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Top research programs for high school students?

As an aspiring scientist, I'm super eager to get some research experience under my belt. What are some of the best research programs out there for high school students? I'm open to all scientific fiel …

2 years ago

How many reference letters should I include in the Common App?

Hi everyone, I have a few teachers and coaches willing to write me reference letters for college applications. However, I'm not sure how many I should include in the Common App. Does anyone know the i …

2 years ago

Writing a community college essay?

I'm applying to community colleges as a backup option, and I noticed some require essays. Does anyone have tips or advice on what to focus on when writing this type of essay? How should it differ from …

2 years ago

BC High Summer Program: Will it Improve my College Chances?

Hi! I'm considering attending the BC High Summer Program this upcoming summer. I've heard some good things about it, but I'm not really sure if it'll have a significant impact on my college applicatio …

2 years ago

AP Human Geography vs AP World History

Hey guys, I'm a little indecisive right now. I'm trying to figure out which course to take next year: AP Human Geography or AP World History. What's the main difference between the two? And which one …

2 years ago

How should I prepare for the SAT?

Hey, I'm registered to take the SAT on April 12th. I've already started studying, but I'm wondering if y'all have any helpful tips, resources, or study schedules that helped you get through it. Anythi …

2 years ago

Difference between core and cumulative GPA?

Hi all! I've heard the terms 'core GPA' and 'cumulative GPA' being thrown around throughout high school, but I'm not exactly sure what the difference is between the two. Could someone clarify this for …

2 years ago

Do all AP tests have the same structure?

Hi there, I was wondering if all AP tests follow the same structure, or if they differ depending on the subject. Can someone explain the format of AP exams and if there's any similarity across differe …

2 years ago

What's a good PSAT 8/9 score?

I'm taking the PSAT 8/9 this year and I'm not sure what a good score is. What's the average score for students taking it?

2 years ago

BYU Scholarship Essay Guidance

Hi! I'm currently applying for scholarships at BYU and would love some guidance on writing a solid scholarship essay. What are some key points I should include to make it stand out? Any examples of su …

2 years ago

What punctuation rules should I know for the ACT?

I'm a junior working on my ACT prep. English isn't my strong suit, so I need some help! Can anyone tell me which punctuation rules I should focus on learning for the ACT? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Thoughts on Congress of Future Medical Leaders?

I've heard a lot about the Congress of Future Medical Leaders and I'm contemplating whether I should attend. Do you think it's a good program for aspiring medical professionals? Can someone share an h …

2 years ago
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