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I recently became a National Merit Commended Scholar, and I'm super stoked! Just wondering if it's worth mentioning this on my college applications? Does it hold any weight with admissions officers?
I'm hoping to find some solid ACT English prep books to help me raise my score. Which books did you find most helpful for this section of the test?
Hey y'all! I'm getting started on my college essays, and I'm wondering if anybody knows what some common mistakes are that I should avoid when writing them? Thanks in advance!
Hey guys! I'm trying to improve my ACT English score, and I want to create a study guide. Any sections or resources you think I should focus on? Also, are there any methods that worked really well for …
I'm looking to improve my ACT Reading scores through focused practice, but I'm not sure which strategies would be best for me. What approaches did you guys take while practicing that helped you perfor …
Hey guys, anyone know what's the income cutoff for Questbridge? I want to see if my family qualifies, but I couldn't find the specific number online. Can someone point me in the right direction?
Hey, I have a 92 GPA on a 100-point scale, so I'm a little confused about how this would translate to a 4.0 scale. Could somebody help me with the conversion? Thanks!
I missed the regular registration deadline for the ACT, and now I have to pay the late registration fee. Does anyone know how much extra it costs for late registration? And is there any way to get a f …
Hey there, I'm looking into the Rutgers BS/MD program, and I was wondering if anyone had info on the acceptance rate? I know these programs are highly competitive, so I just want to get a better idea …
Hi everyone! I have a GPA of 95 on a 100-point scale, and I'm trying to understand what that means on a 4.0 scale. Does anyone have experience with this conversion, or can you direct me to a reliable …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'd like to know about the four major subjects we typically study in high school. Are they the same for all high schools or do they vary depending on the sch …
Hey everyone, I need to write a 250-word essay on why I deserve a scholarship. I'm struggling to fit everything in so few words and make a compelling argument. Any tips or examples on how to write an …
Hey guys! I'm about to start writing my college admission essays, and I'm looking for some inspiration. Can anyone recommend websites or resources where I can find admission essay samples that worked? …
Hey all, I've heard about 3+2 engineering programs and I'm a bit confused about how they work. Can someone explain the main benefits and disadvantages of these programs, and what kinds of students mig …
Hello! As I plan my remaining high school years and prepare for college applications, I'd like to know what a rigorous high school courseload looks like. What type of courses should I be taking to cha …
Hello everyone! I recently got an invite to the National Student Leadership Conference, and I was curious about its legitimacy. Has anyone here had any experiences with this program? Is it something w …
Hey guys! My school uses the Numeric Grade Average (NGA) system and I'm curious to know how it translates to the more commonly used Grade Point Average (GPA) system for college applications. Are there …
Hi everyone! I'm brainstorming ideas for community service projects I can get involved in or even start myself. What unique projects have you participated in or heard about that made a positive impact …
I'm exploring colleges that are need-aware in their admissions process. What should I consider as pros and cons when looking at applying to need-aware schools?
I'm a freshman and just took the PSAT. I'm not sure how to feel about my scores. What would be a good score range for someone in their freshman year?