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Hey everybody, I took an AP exam recently and was wondering about how the scoring system works. What does each AP score mean, and how important are they for college admissions? And will colleges see a …

Hi everyone! I'm starting to think about my college applications and I'm wondering how many extracurriculars would be considered a good amount to have. I don't wanna spread myself too thin but I also …

Hey everyone! I'm about to start preparing for the SAT/ACT exams, but I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by the various study methods out there. Could you guys give me some personal advice on the pros and …

Can someone explain how to write a strong thesis statement for my AP Lang essays? What are the key elements to consider, and do you have any examples? I want to make sure I'm on the right track! Thank …

Hey guys! I'm a little bit stressed about the ACT. I want to do my best on the math portion but feel like I'm missing crucial formulas that'll come in handy. Can anyone provide a list of essential mat …

Anybody here have experiences with leadership programs they'd recommend for high school students? I'm trying to develop my leadership skills and would love to do a program during the summer or weekend …

Hi! Is there a recommended amount of volunteering hours that colleges like to see? Additionally, should I focus on one specific cause or try out a variety of volunteer experiences? Thanks for your hel …

Hey, friends! I've been accepted to both USC and some UCs (like UC Berkeley and UCLA), and I'm having a hard time deciding. Can you help me understand the pros and cons of each? I'm really interested …

I'm starting to prepare for the SATs, and I'm wondering what the maximum possible score is for the test. Can someone help me understand how the scoring system works and what the highest score is? Than …

Hey guys! I'm currently working at a small company, and my boss has been very supportive in my growth. I think their recommendation would help my college applications stand out. How should I approach …

Hey y'all! I'm planning to transfer to USC and am currently working on my application. Any advice or examples of successful transfer essays that you guys could share? I'm a bit lost and could use some …

I need to cancel my SAT exam because of a schedule conflict. Can someone walk me through the process of canceling it? Are there any fees involved or deadlines to keep in mind?

Hey! Just discovered Linguistics and it sounds pretty interesting. Can anyone studying or who has studied Linguistics share what it's like? I'm wondering about workload, careers, and how it is in gene …

Hey all! I got a 23 on the ACT and I'm curious if this score is considered good enough for most colleges. What types of schools usually accept students with this score?

Can someone clarify what exactly qualifies as an 'academic honor'? I'm not sure if certain achievements I have would be considered strong enough when filling out my college applications.

I'm really interested in international relations and would love to become a US diplomat. What steps should I take in high school to make that dream a reality? How can I start preparing myself for this …

I've been hearing about test-blind colleges and I'm a bit confused about how they're different from test-optional colleges. Can somebody explain this to me? Do you guys know any colleges that are test …

Hey guys, I'm wondering what the lowest GPA is that's ever been accepted to top Ivies like Stanford and Harvard. I know GPA isn't everything, but I'm curious to know if there are any rare cases where …

Hi, everyone! I'm thinking about applying to Harvard, and I'd like to know what it would take to have a successful application. What factors should I focus on? I'd appreciate any tips, especially from …

I've been struggling a bit with the sequences questions on both SAT and ACT math sections. Any suggestions on how to effectively approach these problems? I'm open to any resources or tips you might ha …