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Stanford essay prompts for 2023-24?

Does anyone know if the Stanford essay prompts for 2023-24 have been released yet? If so, could you please share them here? I'd like to get started on brainstorming and drafting my essays. Thanks a lo …

2 years ago

BC summer programs for high school students?

Hi all! Does anyone have recommendations for summer programs or opportunities at Boston College for high school students? I'm open to exploring any field or subjects they offer. Thank you!

2 years ago

Architecture camp for high school students

Does anyone have any recommendations for good architecture summer programs for high school students? I'd love to get some hands-on experience and explore if this field is the right fit for me.

2 years ago

What does a 3.6 college GPA mean in terms of competitiveness?

Hi everyone! I've been wondering how competitive a 3.6 college GPA is for grad school or job applications. Should I be worried if I maintain this GPA throughout college? Any input would be appreciated …

2 years ago

Which social skills should high school students develop?

Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I want to work on my social skills. What are some key social skills that we should develop during high school to prepare us for college and beyond? Thanks!

2 years ago

Advice on AP Literature Essay Writing?

I'm taking AP Literature this year, and I'm having a hard time writing coherent essays in the allotted time. Any tips, samples or resources you can share to improve my essay-writing skills?

2 years ago

How can I incorporate personal values into my college essay?

Hi there! I'm working on my college essay and I want to integrate some of my personal values. But I'm struggling to figure out the best way to do this without sounding like I'm bragging or being too c …

2 years ago

Converting a 990 PSAT to SAT

Hey guys, I got a 990 on my PSAT, and I'm wondering how it might translate to an actual SAT score. How does the PSAT to SAT conversion work? Can you share any resources to help me with that?

2 years ago

What are some cool summer programs in Rhode Island?

Hello! I'm interested in attending a summer program in Rhode Island. Can anyone recommend some interesting options? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

2 years ago

NMSQT Cutoff Predictions?

Hey guys, I recently received my PSAT score (219) and wanted to know if anyone has any info or predictions about the National Merit Scholarship cutoff scores? Fingers crossed I qualify!

2 years ago

What makes a college essay outstanding?

Hi everyone, I'm working on my college essays and I want to make sure they're really impressive. Can anyone explain what elements make a college essay stand out? Any tips or advice appreciated!

2 years ago

How to convert a 15-point GPA scale to a 4.0 scale?

Hi! My school uses a strange 15-point GPA scale. I'm a bit stressed because I want to understand how I stack up on the traditional 4.0 scale most US colleges use. Can anyone provide an easy way to con …

2 years ago

Good Pre-ACT Score?

Hey guys! I just took the Pre-ACT, and I'm wondering what's considered a good score? What should I aim to improve and how does it compare to the actual ACT test?

2 years ago

How do I know if my AP Test Prep format is up-to-date?

Hello! I've found some prep materials for my AP exams, but I'm not sure if the formats are current. Can you guys suggest any sources to check for updates on the test formats across different AP exams? …

2 years ago

AP Physics 1 Test Length

Hey there! I've been trying to find the exact length of the AP Physics 1 exam, like how many multiple-choice questions and free-response questions there are. Also, do both sections have time limits? A …

2 years ago

How good is a 3.1 GPA for college?

My current GPA is a 3.1. I'm working hard to raise it, but I want to know how this GPA looks in the eyes of college admissions officers? Is it good enough or should I be worried?

2 years ago

Which engineering major is considered the easiest?

Hey guys! I'm thinking about studying engineering in college, but I want to start with a major that's relatively easier to manage. Which engineering majors are typically considered to be the easiest? …

2 years ago

How to decide on my college major?

Hey everyone! I'm having a hard time figuring out what I should major in when I go to college. How did you guys decide on your majors? Any advice or resources to help me make this decision would be mu …

2 years ago

Average SAT score out of 1600?

Hey there, I heard that the SAT scoring has now changed to being out of 1600. So, I was curious about what the average SAT score is with this new system. This info would help me set a target score to …

2 years ago

Understanding GPA scales and conversions

I've seen GPA scales like 8.00, 8.07, and even 82 or 85 on a 4.0 scale. It's pretty confusing! Can someone help me understand how these scales work and how to convert them to the standard 4.0 scale? T …

2 years ago
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