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Hey guys, I took the PSAT recently and I'm wondering how to get my score report. What's the process like? Can I see which questions I got wrong and what areas I need to improve on?
Hi, can someone explain the difference between independent and dependent variables in an easy-to-understand way? Also, any tips on how to identify these quickly in various types of problems, whether i …
Hi everyone, I'm thinking of taking AP Seminar next year, but I've heard mixed opinions about its difficulty level. Can anyone who has taken the class share their experience and if they found it easy …
I'm a junior with no real extracurricular activities under my belt (yikes!). What steps can I take to improve my chances of college admission at this point? Like, should I try to join clubs or volunte …
Hey guys! So, I need to write an argumentative essay for my English class. Does anyone have any advice on how to pick a strong topic and structure the essay effectively? All tips are welcome!
I keep hearing about BS/MD programs, but I'm not exactly sure what they are. Can anyone give me a brief explanation and maybe some pros/cons about applying to one? Thanks!
Hey there! I'm considering taking an independent study class at my high school, but I'm not exactly sure how it works. Could anyone who's taken one share their experiences and insights? How do I ensur …
Hey there! I've got my heart set on scoring a 30 on the ACT. Any students or test-takers that have achieved this score, can you please share your strategies, techniques, or resources that helped you s …
Hi everyone, I'm going to be taking biology next year, and I wanted to know if it's considered an easy subject compared to other science subjects like chemistry and physics? What are your experiences …
Hey guys, I was just deferred from UMich and I'm considering sending a letter of continued interest (LOCI). Any advice on what to include or how to structure it to maximize my chances of getting in?
Hey, I'm a junior and I'm building my college list. I'm part of the LGBT community, so I want to make sure the colleges I apply to are friendly and supportive. How can I find colleges that fit this cr …
Hey guys, does anyone have any recommendations for summer sports camps, preferably focusing on basketball or soccer? I'm hoping to improve my skills before senior year!
Hey guys, I'm struggling with inference questions on the SAT Reading section. What strategies have worked for you? Also, any tips for practicing and improving on this specific question type would be s …
Hi all, I've started thinking about college and I'm wondering, what factors should I consider when planning for it? I'm talking about things like potential majors, extracurriculars, and location/prefe …
Hey guys, I'm an international student and I'm looking for scholarships to help finance my college education in the United States. Any suggestions on where to find and apply for these scholarships? Th …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior who's starting to work on my college apps. I'm a bit confused about teacher evaluations on the Common App. How many evaluations do I need? Should I get them from core-subjec …
I'm thinking about applying for the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS), but I'm unsure of its benefits. Is it worth joining or will colleges not really care about my involvement in NJHS?
Hey everyone! I'm considering applying to Johns Hopkins for ED2, and I was wondering if anyone knows the current JHU ED2 acceptance rate? I want to know if it's worth the early decision commitment.
Hey guys, I've been hearing that MIT is extremely competitive. How hard is it really to get accepted there? Does anyone have any success stories or tips for improving my chances?
Hey! Has anyone participated in the iStart Valley internship program? I'm considering applying and would like to know how it went and what you gained from the experience. Please share your thoughts or …