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Hi all! I'm a little confused about cumulative GPA. When colleges look at it, do they consider the weighted or unweighted version? How do they differentiate between the two, and which one should I foc …
A little stressed here, I might end up with a B in one of my classes this semester. How much will this affect my 4.0 GPA? Can somebody help me calculate the impact?
Hey guys, I came across the term 'Big Future Ambassador' and I'm not exactly sure what that means. Is it related to college admissions or high school activities? Can somebody explain what a Big Future …
I've been having a bit of trouble with the hardest SAT writing questions. Can anybody recommend some methods or resources to help me improve my skills with these kinds of questions? I'm really aiming …
Hi everyone! I've already listed 10 schools on my FAFSA, but I want to send it to some more colleges. How can I add more schools after hitting the limit? Thanks in advance!
I have to choose a topic for my research paper for my English class, but I'm drawing a blank. Could anyone suggest some interesting and unique research paper topics that might impress my teacher and m …
Hey, does anyone know of any websites or resources where I can find past papers for IB English? I feel like practicing with those might be really helpful in getting a feel for the types of questions t …
Hi, I recently found out that my application has been withdrawn from one of the colleges I applied to. Could someone provide some possible reasons why this happened and what I could do to fix the situ …
Hey all! I'm currently a junior and really interested in pursuing a career in medicine. Are there any good medicine internships or programs for high school students that I should consider applying to? …
I got an invitation to join the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), but I'm not sure if it's a big deal. Should I join? Will it make an actual difference in my college applications?
Hey guys, I recently got a B in one of my classes and I'm kinda worried. Will this hurt my chances for college admissions or am I just overthinking it? Thanks for the advice.
Columbia is definitely a top choice for me, and I'm worried about how competitive the admissions process is. What can I do to better position myself for acceptance? Would love any insights!
Hello all! I signed up for several AP classes this year, but I'm struggling to manage my time effectively. How do you balance the workload from AP classes, extracurriculars, and maintaining a social l …
Hey guys, I got a B in one of my classes this semester, and I'm kinda freaking out. Is a B considered a bad grade when it comes to college admissions? How much would it affect my chances? Thanks for a …
I'm considering taking the ACT next year, and I'm not sure where to start. Can y'all share your experiences and suggestions regarding study materials, schedules, and overall test-taking tips?
Hi all! I'm weighing my options for next year and can't decide between AP Physics and AP Chemistry. How do they compare in terms of difficulty and workload? What was your experience with these classes …
So, my GPA is not the best (around a 2.0), and I'm worried about not getting into a good college because of it. Are there any universities or colleges out there that accept 2.0 GPAs? If so, what kind …
Hey everyone! I recently came across Bold.org and I'm wondering if it's a reliable source for scholarships. Has anyone here had any experience with it? Thanks in advance!
Hey, I'm kind of confused about calculating my total GPA. Can someone explain how to properly calculate it? Do I include all my classes or just the core ones? Should I use weighted or unweighted GPAs?
Hey, I just took the SAT in June and I was wondering, when can I expect my scores to be released? I've heard that the release dates might vary, so I wanted to get some firsthand information from those …