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Hey y'all, I'm curious about how much weight colleges put on senior year grades compared to previous years. I know maintaining a solid GPA is critical, but do colleges focus more on growth or the over …
Hello, I'm considering applying to the University of Chicago summer program. Does anyone know the acceptance rate for this program and what are the factors they consider while reviewing applications? …
Hey everyone! I'm just trying to figure out what qualities colleges value the most in applicants. I know they consider grades, test scores, and extracurriculars, but what specific qualities make a stu …
I'm trying to beef up my portfolio before applying to college and thought joining some art contests could be a great way to do it. What are some good art contests for high schoolers that you'd recomme …
Hey guys! I'm trying to polish up my college applications and I was wondering if anyone could offer some advice on the USC supplement. What do they generally look for and how can I make my essays stan …
I know high GPAs are crucial in the application process, but how important is a 101-102 GPA versus a 4.0 GPA? Does having a slightly higher GPA put me at a substantial advantage, or is it relatively m …
Hello everyone, I'm taking AP European History this year 🙌. I was wondering if you could suggest some helpful resources or tips to score well on the exam? Also, what would you recommend as a pacing st …
I've seen changes to the AP exam schedule in the past years. How can I make sure I'm up-to-date with any changes or updates to the upcoming AP testing schedule? (I don't want to miss any of my exams! …
Hey folks! I want to practice some AP Calculus math problems to better prepare for the exam. Does anyone know any good resources or websites that offer problems similar to those on the exam?
Hey everyone, my GPA is a 3.3 and I wanted to know how competitive it is when applying for colleges. Should I be aiming for higher, or is this a good place to be?
I'm a little confused, my friend told me they have an '80 GPA' but I've never heard of anything like that. What does it mean? I thought GPA was on a 4.0 scale or a 5.0 scale for weighted GPAs.
Hey y'all! I'm looking for some summer programs to attend in Maryland. Preferably something academically-focused or related to extracurriculars. Any advice?
Hey guys, so I'm kind of struggling to decide on a major. I've got a few interests, but I'm not exactly sure which field to pursue in college. Any tips or advice on how to go about choosing the right …
Hey everyone! I'm applying to Texas A&M and aiming for the engineering program. Any advice on how to write a strong engineering essay? What do you think they're looking for in applicants?
Hey everyone, I have a pretty unusual circumstance that has affected my high school experience. What's the best way to approach writing an essay about it for my college applications? Do colleges appre …
I'm a bit confused about when people typically graduate high school. I know it could be different in other countries, but in the US, is there a standard age for students to graduate high school, or is …
So, I've been thinking about pursuing a career in healthcare, but I'm unsure about which field I want to explore in-depth. Can someone provide a list of different types of doctors and their specializa …
Hey guys! I'm looking for some cool summer camp options at UT Austin for high school students. Have any of you attended one there or know of any good programs? I'm open to various fields of study, so …
Hey everyone, I came across this term '6.4 GPA' and I'm a bit confused. I thought the highest GPA was 4.0 or 5.0, depending on weighted and unweighted classes. Can someone explain how a 6.4 GPA is pos …
I'm Hispanic and will be applying to colleges soon, and was just wondering how I should go about identifying my race on my applications. Any advice would be appreciated!