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I'm on the hunt for ACT prep books to help me get the best score possible. Which ones do you think have been the most helpful and effective? I'm looking for books that provide both good content and pr …
I've been invited to attend the National Student Leadership Conference, but I'm not sure what to expect. Can someone give me an overview of the conference, and is it worth attending in terms of colleg …
Hi everyone! I'm currently working on a 'Why Us?' essay for one of my top choice colleges, and I'm struggling to make it sound unique and not cookie-cutter. Does anyone have any examples or suggestion …
Hello! I'm a junior and MIT is on my list of potential colleges. Can someone provide information about their application deadlines, fee, and any essay requirements? I'd really appreciate it!
Hey guys, I'm planning out my courses for next year and I'm curious, is AP Psychology considered a science class? If not, how does it compare to other science courses in terms of content and difficult …
Hey guys, I'm really motivated to be the valedictorian of my high school class. Any advice on how to achieve this? What are the best strategies to stay at the top of the class academically?
With everything going on, I'm finding it hard to find volunteer opportunities to boost my application. What are some virtual volunteer opportunities that might be good for high school students? Would …
I'm weighing my options for college and wondering if I should consider going to a community college first. Could anyone give me some insights on the pros and cons of starting at a community college? T …
My APUSH exam is coming up and I want to be prepared. What are the essentials that I definitely need to bring with me to the exam?
Hi! I'm a junior and I'm planning on applying to some University of California schools next year. For those that have gone through the process, could anyone share some advice or strategies for writing …
Hey everyone, just wondering if there is a limit on the number of Early Action applications I can submit to colleges? I want to maximize my admissions chances, but I don't want to overdo it. Any guida …
Hi everyone, I'm starting to work on my college apps and I'm unsure about how long my personal statement should be. Do colleges have a preferred length, or is it pretty flexible? Any advice would be g …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school and really passionate about creative writing. I was thinking of majoring in it when I go to college, but I'm unsure about career prospects and salaries. What …
Hey guys, I'm looking into the Seven Sisters colleges for their amazing reputation and women's college environment. What are the major differences between them, academically and socially? Would love a …
Hey folks, can anyone explain the purpose of NYS Regents Exams and their relevance to the college admissions process? Are they only specific to high school students in New York State or do any college …
Hey guys, I'm stressing out a bit about the college admissions process. I came across the term 'waitlist' and want to know more. What exactly does it mean to be waitlisted, and what are the chances of …
Hi all! I'm applying to Macalester College, and I'm a bit stuck on their supplemental essay. Can any current or former applicants share any tips or things you focused on in your essay? I'd love to hea …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior looking to take the SAT soon. Can anyone guide me through the process of signing up for it? Thanks!
Hi everyone! I'm currently on the fence between choosing UCLA or Berkeley for my college applications. Can anyone share their thoughts on which school is better, especially in terms of academics, camp …
Hey everyone. I'm looking for some easy-to-enter scholarship contests, specifically those that involve a random drawing. I've heard about these, but I'm not exactly sure where to find them. Does anyon …