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SL Economics: any advice?

Looking at my options for IB classes, and I came across SL Economics. How does it differ from HL Economics? Is it a manageable class from your experience? Let me know what you think, and any tips woul …

2 years ago

Time management for ACT reading?

Hey all! I'm having a hard time finishing the ACT reading section within the given time limit. Do you have any tips on how to improve my speed while maintaining accuracy? I'm really eager to improve m …

2 years ago

Dealing with SAT/ACT test center problems?

Has anybody faced any issues with their SAT or ACT test center, like a schedule change, uncommunicative proctors, or poor facilities? How did you handle it, and is there any advice you could share in …

2 years ago

How is the new SAT scored?

I'm a little confused about the scoring system for the new SAT. Can someone please help me understand how it's different from the old SAT, and what the highest possible score is? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

AP Physics C vs AP Physics 1: Which is more difficult?

Hey everyone, I need some guidance on whether I should take AP Physics C or AP Physics 1. I've heard different things about their difficulty levels. Does anyone have any insights on which class is har …

2 years ago

Big 12 schools and their locations?

Hi everyone, I've been looking into the Big 12 conference schools for my college search but I'm having trouble figuring out where exactly each school is located. Can anyone provide a list of schools i …

2 years ago

When and how to write a letter of continued interest?

Hi everyone, I just got my first deferral from a college I'm super interested in. I've heard sending a letter of continued interest (LOCI) could help my chances of getting accepted. So, when should I …

2 years ago

When's the AP Seminar Exam date?

Hi, I just registered for AP Seminar and was wondering if anyone knows when the exam date for this year is. I couldn't find the information on the College Board website. Thanks!

2 years ago

Getting involved in Student Council?

Hey! I want to join my school's student council, but I'm not sure how to get started or how to be more involved once I'm in. Can anyone share experiences or tips on making the most of being a student …

2 years ago

High school capstone projects?

Hey, I've been hearing about capstone projects in high school. Can anyone give me some info on what they are and how they work? What exactly do students usually do for a capstone project?

2 years ago

Using ACT math formulas more efficiently?

I'm preparing for the ACT and I want to know if you guys have any suggestions on how to use the provided math formulas in the best way? How can I improve my math-solving techniques?

2 years ago

What is the significance of a 4.2 GPA?

Hey, can someone explain the meaning of a 4.2 GPA? I know the scale is from 0-4.0, but how can you get above a 4.0? Are there certain courses that I should be taking to achieve this?

2 years ago

Thoughts on the IB Economics syllabus?

Hey everyone, I'm thinking about taking IB Economics but I'm not really sure what to expect. Can someone tell me more about the IB Economics syllabus and how challenging it might be? Any help would be …

2 years ago

Tell Us About Yourself College Essay?

Hey, I'm a junior and I've started working on my college essays. For the prompt 'Tell us about yourself,' I'm not really sure where to start or what to focus on. Does anyone have some tips or examples …

2 years ago

Writing a strong scholarship recommendation letter

Hi all! My teacher asked me to provide some guidance on what she should include in a scholarship recommendation letter for me. What makes a letter really stand out, and what should she focus on to mak …

2 years ago

Understanding the 4.0 scale

Hey there! I'm a bit confused about the 4.0 GPA scale. Can someone explain it to me, and how does it work when comparing it to other grading systems, like percentage-based or letter grades?

2 years ago

What waitlisting for college really means?

Hey guys, I found out that I've been waitlisted at one of my top-choice colleges. Can someone please shed some light on what it means to be waitlisted, and what I can do to improve my chances of getti …

2 years ago

AP English Literature Essay Examples

Hi guys! I'm struggling a bit with my AP English Literature essays, and I think it would be helpful to see some examples of high-scoring essays. Do you know where I can find well-written samples with …

2 years ago

University of Delaware supplemental essay help

Hey all! I'm a junior and I'm planning to apply to the University of Delaware. Does anyone have tips or advice for writing their supplemental essay? Just trying to get a head start on my essays before …

2 years ago

What are T20 IB schools?

I've seen the term 'T20 IB schools' floating around a bit, and I'm not sure what it really means. Can someone explain what a T20 IB school is and why it might be significant? Thanks!

2 years ago
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