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I'm working on my college list and I've heard about reach, match, and safety schools. What exactly is a reach college and how do I know which colleges would be considered reach schools for me?
Hello! I'm seriously considering applying to UPenn through their Early Decision program. I was hoping someone could fill me in on the process and any tips or insights they might have about the ED proc …
Hey everyone! I'm really interested in pursuing a pre-med track in college, and I want to know which courses I should take in high school to prepare myself. Any advice on classes that would be benefic …
Hey, I need some help understanding what 'All-American Cheer' means. Are there any specific criteria or qualifications? What makes a cheerleader an 'All-American'? Thanks!
I've heard the term 'independent' thrown around a lot in the college application process, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Can someone explain what an independent is in this context?
Hi there! I'm a high school junior and I'm beginning to work on my UC application essays. Does anyone know where I can find good examples of essays that were successful in the past? It would really he …
I've been hearing a lot about colleges with 'open curriculum,' but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Can someone explain how open curriculum works and what the benefits might be? Are there any downs …
Hi all! I'm currently taking AP Psychology and the exam is making me nervous. Can anyone share tips or strategies on how to study effectively for the AP Psychology exam? Thank you!
Hey y'all, I've been hearing a lot about extracurricular activities and their importance for college admissions. Can anyone recommend some interesting and unique extracurriculars that I can pursue in …
So, I just took my ACT test and I'm kind of anxious about my results. Can someone tell me how long after the test I should expect my scores? Like, is there an exact date or just a general timeframe? T …
So, USC asks applicants to describe themselves in three words. I'm having a hard time narrowing my list down. How should I approach this? What kind of words should I choose to make sure I'm giving the …
I'm struggling with understanding the AP Lang analysis essay format and process. Can someone break down the steps for me or share resources that will help me tackle these essays?
So, my GPA is a 2.7 right now and I'm wondering how it would be considered in terms of college admissions? Would it be seen as a low or an average GPA?
Hey everyone! I've recently been invited to join a National Leadership Forum over the summer. Is it a worthwhile experience? Has anyone here participated in one and can give me a scoop about what to e …
Hey everyone! When it comes to writing Yale's supplemental essays, what are some examples of topics or themes that have been successful in the past? I want to make sure I stand out and would appreciat …
Hey y'all, I got a B in one of my AP classes. How does that affect my weighted GPA? Are colleges going to look down on it since it's not an A?
Hey all! I've been considering joining my school's ROTC program, but I want to weigh the pros and cons before committing. Could you please share your experiences or thoughts on ROTC in high school? Ho …
Hey, I'm working on my UMD application and saw that they have a 'complete the sentence' question. Any tips or suggestions for how to approach this? Maybe some examples of what others have done to get …
Hey guys, I'm feeling a bit stressed about my college admission essay. Any tips on how I can make it stand out, or does anyone have any examples of successful essays that got them into college? I'd re …
Hey everyone! I just heard about the Bank of America's Student Leadership Program. Has anyone participated in it before? What can I expect from the experience, and is it worth applying for?