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Understanding the acronym ACT?

I'm a little embarrassed to ask, but I've heard the term ACT thrown around, and all I know is that it's a standardized test. Could someone clarify what the acronym ACT stands for and what subjects are …

2 years ago

AP Chem Exam Time Breakdown?

Hey guys! I really want to know how the AP Chem exam is broken down time-wise. Can someone give me a summary of the sections and the time allotted for each? Thanks!

2 years ago

UMich Community Essay Example?

Hey there! I'm working on the UMich community essay and I'm a bit stuck. Can anyone share a good example or some advice on how to approach this prompt? I want to make sure that my essay really stands …

2 years ago

Apply Texas Topic A Essay Examples?

Hey guys, I'm struggling to write my essay for Apply Texas Topic A. I was wondering if any of you could share examples or resources related to this topic to help me get started. Thank you so much!

2 years ago

University of Chicago Open House

Hi there! I'm interested in learning more about the University of Chicago and its campus. Does anyone know if they have any open house events for prospective students or if they do virtual tours? I'd …

2 years ago

Which school has the highest graduation rate?

Hi! I'm researching colleges and I'm curious about which school has the highest graduation rate. I think it's an important factor to consider. Can anyone help me out with this information?

2 years ago

How important are straight A's vs. A's and B's in college admissions?

I've been pretty consistent with getting A's and B's throughout high school. Just wondering how important is it to have straight A's rather than a mix of A's and B's when it comes to college admission …

2 years ago

Any tips for AP Computer Science exam preparation?

I'm a bit stressed about the AP Computer Science exam coming up. Does anyone have some useful tips or resources for preparing for the exam? I'm not sure how to best study for it and I'd really appreci …

2 years ago

Best art summer camps for high schoolers?

I want to spend my summer exploring my passion for art before applying to college. Can anyone recommend some cool art summer camps for high school students?

2 years ago

UMich Ross Business Case Discussion: Need Examples

Hey, I'm applying to UMich Ross and I've come across their Business Case Discussion requirement. I'm feeling a little clueless about how to approach it. Can anyone provide me with some examples or gui …

2 years ago

Is a 1050 PSAT score good?

I just got my PSAT score back and it's a 1050. Is this considered a good score or do I need to put in more effort for the SATs? How can I strategize my test prep to improve my performance?

2 years ago

UC prompt essay examples?

I'm trying to get a sense of what strong essays for the UC prompts look like. Can anyone share examples of successful essays they've come across or written themselves?

2 years ago

Purdue University: What sets it apart?

Hey guys, I've been looking into Purdue University and I'm curious about what makes it distinctive from other universities. Could current students or alumni share some insights on what they think make …

2 years ago

How to find the complete AP course exam schedule?

Hey guys, I'm taking several AP courses this year and need to know the official AP exam schedule. Can anyone help me find this information so I can prepare my study plan accordingly? Thanks!

2 years ago

SAT score release in March?

When can I expect my SAT scores to be released if I take the test in March? Is there a specific date that they'll become available?

2 years ago

Colleges in California that accept 2.0 GPA?

I'm a student in California with a 2.0 GPA, and I've been trying to find colleges that might accept me. If anyone has any advice or knows of any California colleges that I have a shot at, please let m …

2 years ago

Top MD-PhD Programs

Hey everyone, I'm really interested in pursuing an MD-PhD after high school. Are there any top MD-PhD programs that I should be looking into? What do you think would be considered an 'elite' program, …

2 years ago

What items should I bring to my AP Environmental Science exam?

Hey, I'm taking the AP Environmental Science exam soon and want to be fully prepared. What items should I bring with me on the test day? Any recommendations or must-haves I should be aware of?

2 years ago

Minimum SAT scores for common scholarships?

Hey, guys. I'm a bit stressed about my SAT scores and their potential impact on my scholarship opportunities. Do any of you know the usual minimum SAT scores for receiving scholarships? Any advice wou …

2 years ago

UC Prompt 8 Sample Essays?

Hello everyone! I'm having some trouble getting started with UC Prompt 8 and thought it might be helpful to see some sample essays. Does anyone know where I can find some good examples or have any tip …

2 years ago
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