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UC Personal Insight Questions 2024??

Hi everyone! I'm a junior working on my UC application and I heard that the Personal Insight Questions can change each year. So, could someone please confirm if the 2024 PIQs are the same or different …

2 years ago

Medical internships in Boston for high school students?

I'm currently a junior living in the Boston area and I'm interested in a medical career. Are there any medical-related internships or opportunities specifically targeting high school students in Bosto …

2 years ago

Advice for Pursuing Law as an Undergraduate?

Hey all! I'm strongly considering a career in law, and I'm wondering what are some good undergraduate majors, courses, or extracurriculars I should focus on to help me reach that goal. Any tips or adv …

2 years ago

Creating a realistic SAT practice test experience?

I've heard that simulating the real testing environment while taking SAT practice tests can help with performance on test day. Any suggestions for making my practice tests feel more like the real deal …

2 years ago

Do meets-needs colleges really cover everything?

Heyy everyone! I've heard a lot about meets-needs colleges and I'm wondering if they actually cover everything you need financially? Do they have any hidden costs or exclusions that I should be aware …

2 years ago

Online vs. classroom SAT/ACT prep: Which should I pick?

I'm looking into SAT/ACT prep and was wondering if you guys have any thoughts on whether online or classroom-based courses are more effective? Thanks!

2 years ago

AP Macro or AP Micro: Which is easier?

Planning to take one of the AP Economics classes, but I can't decide between Macro and Micro. Can anyone share their experiences with these classes? Which one would be considered 'easier' or more enjo …

2 years ago

When is Ivy Day?

Hi everyone, I keep hearing about 'Ivy Day'—can someone explain what it is and when it usually occurs? Thanks!

2 years ago

Best subjects for self-studying AP?

Hey everyone, I'm considering self-studying for some AP exams this year, but I'm not sure which subjects are easiest to manage on my own. What subjects would be best to self-study and what resources w …

2 years ago

Sending TOEFL scores

Hey guys! So, I just took the TOEFL and I need to send my scores to colleges. How do I go about doing that? Any help would be appreciated!

2 years ago

Optimizing ACT Academy for test prep?

I recently found out about ACT Academy, a free test prep resource. Has anyone here used it, and if so, how can I get the most out of it for my ACT preparations?

2 years ago

Typical salary for someone with a mathematics degree?

Hey there, I'm currently a high school junior, trying to figure out what I want to major in college and how it will affect my future financially. Just curious, does anyone know the average salary for …

2 years ago

Registering for the ACT

Hi all! I'm thinking of taking the ACT and I'm a bit lost on how to sign up for it. Could you please let me know the steps to register for the test? Much appreciated.

2 years ago

AP Chemistry: yay or nay?

I'm trying to figure out my senior year schedule and wondering if I should take AP Chemistry. How difficult is it compared to other AP classes? Would it be useful for someone potentially going into ST …

2 years ago

BA or BS in Economics: Which One to Pursue?

I know that pursuing an undergraduate degree in economics can lead to a lot of great job opportunities, but I'm not sure if I should choose a BA or BS in the subject. Can anyone provide insight on the …

2 years ago

Should I major in business?

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and really interested in business, but I'm not sure if majoring in it is the best route for me. Can someone help me weigh the pros and cons of a business major in college? H …

2 years ago

MIT Foreign Language Requirement

Hey, I'm preparing to apply to MIT and I was wondering what their foreign language requirement is? I've taken three years of Spanish in high school, but I'm not sure if that's enough. Does anyone know …

2 years ago

Applying for a Hispanic Scholarship Fund Award?

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to look into scholarships. I found the Hispanic Scholarship Fund and I'm interested in applying. Anyone here have experience with this scholarship? Any tips …

2 years ago

UW Application Essays Insight?

Hey guys, I'm starting to work on my essays for the University of Washington. Can anyone give some insight on the kind of topics they expect us to cover, or any tips you might have? Any help would be …

2 years ago

Preparing for the ACT in a month

Is it possible to prepare for the ACT in a month? If so, what strategies and resources would you recommend? I'm willing to work hard and would appreciate any advice! Thanks!

2 years ago
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