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Biology vs Physics: which one should I choose?

Hey fam, I'm trying to decide between taking a biology or physics class next year. I was wondering which one you personally enjoyed more and why? Which one would be more helpful for my college applica …

2 years ago

What's a good class rank?

I'm a junior in high school and I've started thinking about my college applications. I was wondering, what's considered a good class rank to be competitive for top schools? I know it's not the only fa …

2 years ago

Low PSAT score implications

Hi everyone, my PSAT score wasn't as high as I wanted it to be. I want to know if this will negatively impact my college application process or if colleges even consider PSAT scores. Any info would he …

2 years ago

How can I improve my SAT Writing paragraph skills?

Hey y'all, I'm trying to get better at the SAT Writing section, specifically the improving paragraphs questions. Any techniques or tips to help me out? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Getting a letter of recommendation for a promotion?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior and I’m considering applying for a promotion at my part-time job. My supervisor really values me, and I think a letter of recommendation could help seal the deal. How would I …

2 years ago

UCLA or Berkeley - can't decide!

Hey everyone! So I've been fortunate enough to be accepted to both UCLA and Berkeley, but I'm having a tough time deciding between the two. Can anyone share their experiences, pros, and cons of each s …

2 years ago

Improving ACT Science score?

Hey y'all, I'm doing pretty well on the other sections of the ACT, but the Science section keeps tripping me up. Any tips from people who've improved their Science scores significantly?

2 years ago

Best College Summer Programs?

Hi everyone! I want to make the most out of my junior summer, and I'm looking into college summer programs for high school students. What are some recommendations for reputable and worthwhile programs …

2 years ago

Understanding a 3.0 GPA

I have a friend who says they have a 3.0 GPA. Can someone please explain what that means in terms of their academic standing and how competitive it is for college admissions?

2 years ago

How can I improve my application if I have no extracurricular activities?

So, I'm about to start my senior year and I just realized that I haven't been involved in any extracurricular activities throughout high school. Is there anything I can do now to improve my college ap …

2 years ago

What should I include in my Notre Dame supplemental essays?

Hi all! I'm applying to Notre Dame and I'm currently working on the supplemental essays. I'm wondering if anyone has any advice on what specific aspects of the school or my personality/experiences I s …

2 years ago

UT Austin Change the World Essay Ideas?

Hey, everyone! I'm working on my application for UT Austin, and I've hit a bit of a roadblock with the 'Change the World' essay. I'm struggling with ideas that sound interesting and impactful. Got any …

2 years ago

Improving low ACT Math scores?

Hey friends, my ACT Math score is lagging, and it's bringing down my composite. Anyone got tips from a perfect scorer that could help me?

2 years ago

Looking for the best ACT prep websites

Hey everyone! I'm getting serious about ACT prep and I'm wondering if any of you have recommendations for the best ACT prep websites? Please share ones that you found helpful or think are worth checki …

2 years ago

SAT registration for homeschooled students?

Hey, I'm a homeschooled student and was wondering how to register for the SAT. Is the process any different for us compared to regular high school students? Thanks!

2 years ago

Biomedical Engineering internships for high school students?

Hi, I'm a high school junior and I'm interested in biomedical engineering. Are there any internships or summer programs out there that cater to high school students with this interest? If so, could yo …

2 years ago

Toughest question you've come across in Biology?

Hello fellow students! Just out of curiosity, what's the hardest question you've ever encountered when studying biology? I love a good challenge, and I'm interested to see what crazy stuff you guys ha …

2 years ago

Brandeis University Supplemental Essay Tips?

Hi, I'm thinking about applying to Brandeis University and was wondering if any of you have tips for their supplemental essay. What should I focus on to make my application stand out? Any advice is ap …

2 years ago

UNC Chapel Hill Merit Scholarships?

Hey there! I'm gonna be applying to UNC Chapel Hill soon and I was wondering about their merit scholarships. What are some scholarships I should be looking into and what's the application process like …

2 years ago

How difficult are different AP tests relative to each other?

Hey everyone! I was wondering if there's any sort of chart or ranking system that compares the difficulty level of various AP tests. I'm trying to plan my course load for next year, and I want to make …

2 years ago
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