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What ACT Prep Books Do You Recommend?

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 …

2 years ago

What is the National Student Leadership Conference like?

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 …

2 years ago

Need Help with 'Why Us?' Essay?

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 …

2 years ago

MIT Application Deadline, Fee, and Essays

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!

2 years ago

Is AP Psychology considered a science class?

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 …

2 years ago

Becoming Valedictorian Tips?

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?

2 years ago

Ideas for Virtual Volunteering?

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 …

2 years ago

Community College: Pros and cons

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 …

2 years ago

What should I bring for my APUSH exam?

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?

2 years ago

Need advice for University of California essays

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 …

2 years ago

Early Action applications limit?

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 …

2 years ago

College Personal Statement Length

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 …

2 years ago

Pursuing a creative writing major in college?

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 …

2 years ago

Choosing between Seven Sisters colleges?

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 …

2 years ago

Understanding NYS Regents Exams

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 …

2 years ago

Understanding College Waitlists

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 …

2 years ago

Macalester supplemental essay advice

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 …

2 years ago

Signing up for the SAT

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!

2 years ago

UCLA vs. Berkeley

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 …

2 years ago

How do I find scholarship drawings to enter?

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 …

2 years ago
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