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I'm really interested in getting involved in a research program. Could someone tell me about research programs available for high school students? Are there any prestigious or highly recommended ones?
Hi all, I'm currently a freshman and I'm thinking about taking the PSAT this year. Do you think it's worth it or should I wait until my sophomore or junior year? What are the benefits and drawbacks of …
Hi everyone! I'm really interested in law and want to get some firsthand experience. Does anyone know any law internships or opportunities that accept high school students? I'd love to get involved an …
Hey there! I'm beginning to look at colleges and financial aid is a huge factor for me. Which schools are known for accepting students with full financial need and providing adequate assistance? Thank …
Hey guys, I currently have a 3.78 GPA and I'm wondering if it's considered good enough for college applications. Is this a competitive GPA to have, or should I be trying to raise it even more? Thanks …
Hi everyone! I recently took an AP exam and scored a 3. How does this score look on college applications? Should I reconsider reporting it, or is a 3 typically seen as acceptable by colleges?
Hey guys, I'm starting my college search and I've noticed some colleges have a semester system while others have a quarter system. For those who have experienced both or have opinions, what do y'all t …
Hey everyone! I've been trying to figure out the minimum SAT and ACT scores that colleges might accept, but I can't find any straightforward answers. Can anyone please help me understand more about it …
Hi everyone! I'm a junior considering applying to both MIT and Stanford. Could anyone help me compare these two schools in terms of academics, campus life, and job opportunities? I'd really appreciate …
Hello! I'll be a college freshman soon, and I'm on the hunt for scholarships. Are there any scholarships specifically for freshmen that I should be aware of? Any info would be helpful, thank you!
Quick question! I'm a high school senior, and I'm in the National Honor Society. I was wondering if there's a college equivalent of NHS that I can apply for once I start college. Does anyone have any …
Hi everyone, I applied to a few Ivy League schools for the class of 2024. When can I expect to hear back from them with the admission decisions?
I recently took the new SAT and I'm looking for some guidance on evaluating my score. What is considered a good score? How does it compare to what colleges are generally expecting from applicants thes …
Hey everyone! I'm working on my college essays and I'm looking for some inspiration by checking out successful prompt essay examples. Does anyone know where I can find some examples or has anyone had …
I'm a junior picking classes for next year, and I was considering taking sociology. Does anyone know if it's a particularly hard class? What types of assignments and topics might I encounter in this c …
Hey guys! I'm preparing to take AP Human Geography and I'm struggling to find the best books for this subject. What books would you recommend for studying or ones you found helpful for this course? Th …
Hey everyone, I need some help with algebra equations on the ACT Math section. Any recommendations for resources or study tips to tackle these problems effectively?
Hey everyone! I've got a 3.3 GPA and I'm curious as to how it stacks up compared to other applicants. Will this help or hurt me in the college application process?
Hey all! I'm an ambitious junior with dreams of applying to Harvard. I was just wondering, what kind of GPA do you need to be considered a competitive applicant for Harvard? Thanks in advance!
Hi there, I'll be taking my first AP exams this year, and I'm just wondering about the overall testing format. What should I expect in terms of multiple-choice and free-response questions? Do the form …