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Hi! I'm a freshman who's exploring all the classes my school offers. What kind of subjects did you guys take in high school? I'd like to get a general idea of what's out there to help me plan my futur …
Yo, I'm taking AP Calc AB and I'm kinda struggling with the FRQs. What's your advice for tackling these problems? Are there any resources or strategies that helped you do well on the FRQs?
I'm applying to NYU and wondering what SAT score range I should aim for in order to have a good shot at getting in. Are there certain score thresholds that can significantly impact my chances?
I've been really interested in applying to Columbia University, but I can't visit the campus right now. Can anyone describe what the campus looks like and the overall atmosphere there?
Hi everyone! I'll be taking the AP Physics 1 exam soon and I was wondering if you guys have any tips on how to study, what resources to use, and any strategies that worked for you. Super stressed abou …
I currently have a 3.0 GPA and I'm worried it's too low for top colleges. What can I do to raise it before the end of junior year? How much of an impact will this have on my college applications?
Hey, I've been hearing a lot of mixed opinions about AP Lang. Some say it's overrated, while others say you should definitely take it. Can y'all share your thoughts and experiences with the class? It …
Hello fellow students! As I prepare for the SAT, I've realized that my punctuation skills need some work. Any suggestions on resources to practice SAT punctuation? I want to make sure I get as many po …
Hi, I've been seeing the term 'PARCC' pop up quite a bit, but I can't find a clear explanation of what it stands for. Can anyone help me out? Your assistance would be much appreciated!
Hey there! I'm trying to find the Apply Texas essay prompts for this year. Do any of you know where I can find the official list of prompts? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone! I'm thinking about applying Early Decision to one of my top-choice schools next fall. Can you guys share your experiences with when the ED decisions usually come out? Is there a general t …
I've seen 'ADV' in course names at my school and want to know what it stands for. Is it an abbreviation for something related to advanced placement or difficulty level?
Hey everyone! I've been accepted to UC Davis and I'm trying to budget for next year. Can someone give me an idea of how much room and board costs at UC Davis? I'd like to know the range so that I can …
Hey everyone! I've seen that most colleges ask for two letters of recommendation during the application process. How important is it to have two quality recommendations? Does it significantly impact t …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to work on the UC application essays, and I'm feeling a little bit overwhelmed. What are some good strategies for tackling these prompts? Can you guys share some general tip …
Hey y'all, I took a couple of AP exams and scored a 3 on them. I'm a little bit stressed about how much weight these scores carry during college admissions. Will my score of 3 hold any value, and shou …
Sup guys! I'm considering going to UMBC but I'm also really interested in UMD. Has anyone transferred from UMBC to UMD before? How difficult is it? If you've done it, I'd love to hear about your exper …
I know the Ivy League schools are pretty prestigious, but is there actually an order in which they're ranked? Just wanted to know if it's worth considering for my college applications. Thanks for the …
Just trying to figure out my budget for college. Can anyone share their experience with room and board costs at the University of Rhode Island? Thanks in advance, guys!
Hey guys, I'm applying to UChicago and struggling with the unique essay prompts. Does anyone have any sample UChicago essays to offer or advice on how to approach them? I'd really appreciate your help …