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USC short answers

Hi everyone! I'm starting my USC application and was wondering what kind of short answer questions they have? Are they more fun and unique or more straightforward? Any guidance on this would be amazin …

2 years ago

What do UMass Amherst essay prompts typically look like?

Hello all! I'm planning on applying to UMass Amherst next year, and I'd like to get a head start on working on the essays. Could anyone share what types of essay prompts they've seen for UMass Amherst …

2 years ago

Can a 16-year-old pursue a nursing degree?

I'm currently 16 and extremely interested in pursuing a nursing career. Is it possible for me to start working toward a nursing degree at this age or should I wait until I'm older? Also, can anyone sh …

2 years ago

Looking for scholarships for low-income students

I'm a low-income student looking for scholarships to help make college more affordable. Does anyone here know of any opportunities I should apply for or resources to find scholarships tailored for stu …

2 years ago

Making the most of 9th grade

As a 9th-grade high school student, what are the most important things I should focus on to better prepare for college? Should I be focusing more on academics or on extracurricular activities? Any adv …

2 years ago

What's the content of AP African American Studies?

I'm considering taking the AP African American Studies course next year. Can anyone give me an idea about what topics are covered in it, and how it might look on my college application?

2 years ago

3.5 GPA-friendly schools

Hi everyone! I have a 3.5 GPA and I am starting to create my college list. Can anyone recommend schools that are known to be friendly towards applicants with a 3.5 GPA? I'm open to any suggestions!

2 years ago

Fascinating summer programs in Hawaii?

I've always wanted to experience Hawaii, and I think a summer program would be just the thing. Do you guys know of any exciting or unique summer programs for high school students in Hawaii?

2 years ago

Which schools offer good merit scholarships?

I'm beginning my college research and I'm looking for schools that offer strong merit scholarships. I want to minimize student loan debt and maximize my chances of getting a good education. What are s …

2 years ago

Writing the 'Why Brown' essay?

Hey everyone, I'm applying to Brown University and they have an essay prompt asking why I want to attend their school specifically. I was wondering if any of you have any tips or suggestions for answe …

2 years ago

Ivy League Regular Decision Release Dates?

Hey there! I applied to some Ivy League schools for regular decision, and I'm pretty anxious about the results. Does anyone know when the Ivies tend to release their regular decision notifications? Is …

2 years ago

Old 2100 SAT - Equivalent on New SAT?

Hey there! I was hanging out with my brother who got a 2100 on the old SAT years ago. Now I'm curious how his score would translate to the new SAT format. Any idea what that'd be equivalent to? Just f …

2 years ago

Best strategies for tackling Apply Texas essay topics?

Hey guys! I'm starting to work on my Apply Texas essays and I'm having a difficult time choosing which topics to write about. Does anyone have any suggestions about how to decide on the best topic for …

2 years ago

Is AP Psychology Worth Taking?

Hi everyone, I'm curious about AP Psychology and whether it's a class worth taking. Can anyone who's taken it share their experience or advice? What can I expect in terms of content and workload? Any …

2 years ago

What is the NSLC?

Hi everyone! I came across something called the NSLC (National Student Leadership Conference) and I'm curious about it. Can anyone explain what this program is about and whether it's worth attending? …

2 years ago

Insight on Syracuse University's Bandier Program acceptance rate?

Anyone here familiar with Syracuse University's Bandier Program for music and the entertainment industry? Just curious about the acceptance rate and the competitiveness of admissions. Any insight or p …

2 years ago

Any outstanding summer programs for high school students in California?

I live in California and want to attend a summer program either close to home or somewhere else within the state. Can anyone suggest any top summer programs based in California for high school student …

2 years ago

Villanova Supplement

I'm currently working on my application for Villanova, and I'm feeling a little stressed about the supplemental essay. Could anyone who has gone through the application process provide some insights o …

2 years ago

Decoding Pre-SAT Scores

As a sophomore, I just got my Pre-SAT scores back, and I'm not really sure what's considered a good score. Can anyone give me an idea of what a solid Pre-SAT score is and how to use that info to prepa …

2 years ago

UC Berkeley vs. Stanford: Which one should I choose?

I'm lucky enough to have been accepted to both UC Berkeley and Stanford. Can anyone share their experiences or opinions about these schools, so I can make an informed decision?

2 years ago
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