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National Merit Commended Scholar: Is it worth mentioning on college applications?

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?

2 years ago

What ACT English prep books do you recommend?

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?

2 years ago

Common College Essay Mistakes?

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!

2 years ago

How to Create an ACT English Study Guide?

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 …

2 years ago

ACT Reading practice - what strategies worked for you?

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 …

2 years ago

Questbridge Income Cutoff?

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?

2 years ago

What does a 92 GPA translate to on a 4.0 scale?

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!

2 years ago

ACT late registration fees?

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 …

2 years ago

Rutgers BS/MD acceptance rate

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 …

2 years ago

What's my GPA on the 4.0 scale if I have a 95 on a 100-point scale?

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 …

2 years ago

What are the 4 major subjects in high school?

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 …

2 years ago

How to write an impactful 250-word scholarship essay?

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 …

2 years ago

Looking for college admission essay samples

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? …

2 years ago

Can someone explain 3+2 engineering programs to me?

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 …

2 years ago

What does a rigorous high school courseload look like?

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 …

2 years ago

Are NSLC programs legitimate?

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 …

2 years ago

How does NGA translate to GPA?

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 …

2 years ago

Creative community service project ideas?

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 …

2 years ago

Pros and cons of need-aware colleges

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?

2 years ago

What's a good PSAT score range for a freshman?

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?

2 years ago
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