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Hey guys, I'm looking for some meaningful volunteer opportunities to get involved in outside of school. What are some cool activities or organizations you've participated in or heard about that you co …
Hey everyone, my school is having us take the PARCC exam soon. What should I expect, and does anyone have any tips or resources on how to prepare for it?
Hey everyone! I've been researching financial aid policies and I'm trying to find colleges that have a no-loan policy. Can someone help me out with a list or maybe some of the most popular no-loan col …
Hey there, guys! I've seen some posts mentioning D1 offers and I'm a bit curious. What exactly does getting a D1 offer mean? Is it for both academics and athletics? Any info would be really helpful!
Hi! I'm more comfortable using a graphing calculator for math problems, and I was wondering if I can use one during the ACT math section. Is this allowed or are there any restrictions? Thanks for the …
Hey guys, I took the SAT in October and I'm kinda stressing about my scores. Anybody know when I can expect them to be released? Is there a general pattern to when they release scores, or is it just a …
I've been doing my research on financial aid, and I came across the term 'Student Aid Index' or SAI. Can anyone explain what it is and how it can impact my financial aid eligibility for college?
I'm considering applying to San Diego State University as a pre-med student. I wanted to know if SDSU offers a good pre-med program and what their track record is for getting students into medical sch …
Hey everyone! I stumbled upon this '40 Colleges That Change Lives' list and I'm wondering how reliable it actually is. Do you think these schools are really underrated gems or is it just a marketing s …
Hey, I'm a junior looking for ways to get involved with community service remotely. Since the pandemic, opportunities in my area have been limited. What are some solid online community service program …
Hey guys, I'm taking the SAT soon and I'm trying to plan my day. Does anyone know around what time the SAT is typically over?
I'm really passionate about video games and want to work in the industry after college. What degree would be best for someone who wants to make video games, and which colleges have strong programs in …
I'm considering joining my school's Science Olympiad team but I'm not exactly sure what it entails. Can anyone who is involved with Science Olympiad share their experiences and what kind of activities …
I'm really excited about applying to the University of Chicago, but I've heard they have some pretty unique essay questions. Could you share what their current essay questions are and any advice on ho …
Hey everyone, I got accepted into both UC Irvine and UC Davis (super excited), but I'm having a hard time choosing between the two. Can you guys share your thoughts and experiences with these schools? …
Hey guys, I'm getting ready to write my Common App essay and I'd like to read some examples of stellar essays that have worked for other people. Do any of you have any resources or recommendations? Th …
Hey folks! I have to write an argumentative term paper for one of my classes, and I'm struggling to come up with a worthwhile topic. Any suggestions for impactful and debatable topics that I could sin …
Hey guys! So I'm a junior and was wondering about what traits colleges are looking for in their applicants. Can anyone give me an idea of what I should focus on or improve in my application? Thanks in …
I've been feeling stressed about state testing, and I've heard stories of people cheating. I'm not planning to cheat, but I'm curious, what are the consequences for those who cheat on a state test? Ju …
I'm starting to work on my Common App essay, and I was curious about how strictly applicants are held to the word limit? Is it a hard limit or is there some wiggle room?