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Hi everyone! I'm planning on applying to Harvard, and I'm curious about what Harvard looks for in their applicants. What are the most important factors they consider when reviewing applications? Thank …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior who's starting to brainstorm ideas for the University of Virginia essays. Does anyone know what the essay prompts are for this year, or where I can find them? Any tips on ho …

Hey everyone! My school just started implementing PARCC testing, and I'm not quite sure what it is. Can someone give me a brief explanation about what it tests and how it might affect my college chanc …

I'm taking the AP Calc BC test this year, and I'm in need of some good practice questions to prepare. Does anyone have any recommendations for websites or resources with quality practice questions? Th …

Hey guys, I'm currently taking AP Statistics and I've been having trouble understanding how to answer the free response questions on the practice tests. Can anyone recommend a resource that goes throu …

My high school utilizes an atypical GPA scale where my current GPA is an 8.7. I'm not sure how colleges will perceive this. Can someone help me understand how this might impact my chances during the c …

So I just realized that I might end up on the waitlist for the University of Chicago (fingers crossed for acceptance though). If that happens, how should I handle it? Any suggestions for increasing my …

Hey everyone! I'm currently brainstorming ideas for a research paper, however I'm having a bit of trouble coming up with interesting and compelling questions. What are some research paper question ide …

I've heard about West Virginia University's Summer Boost program and I'm considering attending. If anyone here has attended before, could you share your experiences about the program and its benefits?

Hi everyone! I just got my Pre-ACT scores back and I'm wondering if they're considered good or not? Is there a general range I should aim for to get into a decent college? Any advice would be apprecia …

As I'm working on my application for the University of Michigan, I want to make sure I demonstrate that I'm a good fit for the school. Can anyone who successfully was admitted share any techniques or …

Hey friends! I just received my PSAT scores back and I got a 220. Is this score high enough to potentially qualify for National Merit, or should I not get my hopes up? Any help would be appreciated!

Hey guys, I've heard about Early Decision and Early Action, but I've also seen some mentions of 'REA' - could someone explain what Restrictive Early Action is, and how is it different from regular EA? …

I'm considering majoring in International Relations, but I'm not quite sure what to expect in terms of classes and job opportunities after graduation. Can anyone give me a brief overview of what this …

Has anyone here lived in New North at USC or knows someone who has? What are some of the pros and cons of living there? I've heard mixed things, and I'd just like some honest opinions from those who h …

I've been working really hard this year, and I've seen improvements in my test scores and overall understanding of the material, but my GPA isn't going up as much as I thought it would. Could it be du …

Unfortunately, my parents won't be able to contribute much to my college education. Does anyone have tips for paying for college on my own? Maybe advice about finding scholarships, grants, or work-stu …

Hi! I'm thinking about going to UCLA, but I'm curious about the housing situation there. Can current students or recent admits tell me more about the different types of on-campus housing options avail …

Hey guys, I just got my PSAT results and scored a 1120. I was hoping for a higher score, to be honest. What are some strategies or study methods I can use to improve my score for the real SAT when the …

Hello! I just got my PreACT score back, and I'm not sure how to interpret it. Can someone explain what the scores mean and how they relate to the ACT? Thanks in advance!