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How do you guys balance getting volunteer hours and managing schoolwork/extracurriculars? I've been struggling to find time to volunteer while keeping up with my academics and other commitments. Any a …

I'm a little bit stressed about this whole wgpa vs gpa thing. Can someone please explain the difference between these two types of GPAs and which one is considered more important to colleges? Do they …

Hey y'all! I heard there's an AP African American Studies course, but I can't find a lot of info on it. Can someone help me understand the course's general content and structure? Thanks in advance!

Hey guys, I'm thinking about pursuing a career as a pharmacist. For those in the know, I'm wondering what type of education and degrees are typically required to enter this field. Anyone have any insi …

I'm looking for good resources to practice AP Calc AB problems in preparation for the exam. Can anybody suggest any websites, books, or other resources that provide challenging problems to improve my …

Hey peeps! So I'm considering applying for an undergraduate law program at a few different colleges, but I'm not quite sure what they typically look for in applicants compared to other programs. What …

Hey there! I'm working on my application to USF and I need some advice on their supplemental essays. How can I make my responses stand out? Are there any specific topics or angles that work best? Any …

Hey guys, I'm trying to decide whether to take AP Calculus AB or BC next year. Can anyone explain the main differences between the two courses and which one would be more suitable for someone interest …

Hi there, I have to write a research paper for my English class, and I'm struggling to find a good, unique topic. Do any of you have advice or suggestions on how to pick an interesting subject that's …

Hey guys, I'm potentially considering attending UAB in the future, and I'm curious about their policy on AP credits. How does UAB handle AP credits? Do they accept most exams for credit, or is it limi …

Hey everyone, I've been considering applying for the NYLF Engineering program and wanted to know if it's worth the time and money. Can anyone who has participated in the program share their thoughts o …

Hi everyone! I'm applying to Wellesley College and I'm in need of some inspiration for their supplemental essay. What are some themes or ideas that would be well-received in a Wellesley application es …

Hi everyone! I've got a question about the AP Chinese exam. I'm working on my cultural presentation, and I was just wondering if anyone has a detailed rubric or guide they can share. It'd really help …

Hey guys! I'm working on my college applications and I wanted to know if anyone here has experience with the USC essay questions. What kind of topics do they typically cover? Do they focus on personal …

I have a 90 average at my high school, and I'm trying to figure out how it translates to a 4.0 scale. Can someone help me convert it to a 4.0 scale GPA? Thanks!

Hey, I was wondering how much of an impact SAT prep can have on our scores. Does anybody know the average increase in SAT scores with sufficient prep? What resources did y'all use to see improvement a …

So I'm very interested in attending USC, but I'm a little confused about how their degree programs work. Can someone explain the difference between majors and minors at USC, and if there are any inter …

Hi! I'm currently in AP Lang, and we've been assigned a research essay. I'm struggling to come up with a unique and engaging topic to write about. Does anyone have any suggestions for cool research es …

Hey guys, I'm applying to Rice University and struggling a bit with my 'Why Rice' essay. Can anyone share examples or tips on what makes for an effective essay for Rice? Thanks!

Hi there! I'm considering taking either AP Calculus or AP Statistics next year but I'm having trouble deciding. What are the main differences between the two? And which one would you recommend for som …