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Hi! I recently got a 92 on one of my exams and I'm not sure how that grade will impact my GPA or college applications. Would a 92 be considered a good grade? Is it something that colleges would genera …
What's up, y'all! I'm looking into applying to some UC schools, but I'm unsure about their rankings. Could anyone give me a general idea of which ones are the most prestigious and which ones might be …
I'm taking Precalculus this year, and I'm honestly struggling a lot more than I expected. Is there any reason why it's so difficult? Maybe there's a learning curve or something? Also, any advice on ho …
Does MIT have a language requirement for applying? I've been looking at some colleges, and I want to make sure I have all the necessary requirements for admission. If so, what are the specifics?
So I'm applying to Stanford and want to make sure I nail their supplemental questions. Could any Stanford students or those familiar with their application process give me some tips on how to make my …
As a junior in high school, I currently have a 2.8 GPA. I'm worried that it might hurt my college applications, especially for more competitive schools. Is this considered a good GPA, or should I work …
For those who have taken AP Bio, how hard would you say it is? I'm considering taking it next year, but I wanna make sure I'm prepared for the workload and content.
I'm applying to Cornell and planning on majoring in engineering. I've been having trouble writing an effective 'Why Cornell Engineering' essay that showcases my passion for the subject. Can anyone pro …
Hello, I want to start a new club at my high school, but I have no idea where to start. Can anyone who has successfully started a club give me some advice? How do you get people interested and create …
Our school offers the AP Capstone Diploma program, and I'm considering participating. However, I want to know if it's really worth the time and effort in terms of college admissions. What kind of bene …
Hey guys, just wondering how much weight being Salutatorian holds in the college admissions process. Does it significantly boost my chances or is it just another factor they consider?
Hi all! I'm prepping for the ACT and kinda struggling with the vocabulary part. Are there any good lists or resources out there for improving my vocab? Let me know if you have any suggestions, thanks!
I'm trying to keep track of my GPA and I've gotten a few A- grades. How much is an A- worth when calculating my GPA? Is it a significant difference from an A? Thanks for the help!
Hey everyone, I've been preparing for the ACT and I really want to score a 36 on each section. Does anyone have any tried-and-true strategies for getting a perfect score in English, Math, Reading, and …
Just wondering if anyone has advice for mastering sequences problems on the ACT Math section? They've been giving me some trouble lately and I'd appreciate some resources or study tips. Thank you!
Hello! I'm currently studying for the ACT and I want to avoid making any common mistakes on the English section. What are some mistakes that students typically make, and how can I prevent them from ha …
Hi everyone, I'm interested in applying to a BS/MD program but have heard that they're really competitive. What are some strategies or suggestions to increase the likelihood of getting accepted into o …
Hey y'all, I'm trying to plan out my high school course schedule. In what grade do most students take trigonometry? Thanks in advance!
Hi fellow juniors! I'm almost done with the first semester of junior year, and I'm a bit stressed about it. How important is the mid-year report when applying to college? Is it something admissions of …
Hey guys, I'm starting to think about potential college majors, and sociology has caught my interest. I've heard mixed opinions about the difficulty of the major. Can anyone shed some light on their e …