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Hey guys! I've been thinking about starting a club at my high school to make a difference and give back to my community. Do any of you have experience starting a club? Can you give me some advice and …
Can someone give me a breakdown of the Questbridge College Prep Scholars Program? How does it work, and how can it benefit me as a high school junior with financial need? Any advice on applying succes …
Hey everyone! I need to work on the SAT Reading section, and I'm struggling to find high-quality practice resources. Can you suggest any websites or books for effective practice?
Hey everyone, I've been working really hard throughout high school and I'm proud to say that my current GPA is a 4.25 on the 5.0 weighted scale. Are colleges impressed with applicants having GPAs abov …
Hey there! I'm just curious to know what ACT stands for in context of the standardized test. I know it's another test that many students take for college admissions, but I'm not quite sure what the ac …
I have the opportunity to do some independent research at school, but I'm not sure what topics are popular or would look impressive on my college applications. Any suggestions or advice for finding an …
Hey everyone! I'm a guy interested in pursuing a nursing career, and I was wondering if there are any specific scholarships out there for men in nursing? Any advice on where to find these opportunitie …
Hey guys, I'm starting to work on my personal statement for college applications, and I'm a bit stuck on how to write a powerful hook. Do you have any suggestions or examples of impressive hooks you'v …
Hey guys! I'm a junior trying to decide which colleges to apply to, and I'm stuck between Princeton and Yale. I know they're both great, but can anyone provide some information on what distinguishes o …
Hey guys! I'm trying to plan my SAT and ACT test dates, and I'm not sure what the optimal strategy is. How far apart should I space the tests to ensure I have enough time to prep and not feel too over …
I'm starting to prep for the AP US History exam and I've seen the term DBQ (document-based question) a few times. What exactly is a DBQ and how should I approach it in my studying?
Hey, quick question—what do SAT scores really measure? I've heard people say they correlate with IQ or income, but I'm not quite sure about the relationship. Can anyone clarify this for me? Appreciate …
I've got a pretty solid handle on the English and math sections, but I can't seem to nail down the best technique for the ACT reading section. What strategies have you guys used to do well on this par …
Hey everyone, I was invited to join the National Society of High School Scholars, or NSHSS, and I'm curious if it's worth the investment. Does being a member really make a difference in the college ad …
Hey guys! I heard UChicago really likes unique and creative essay prompts. I want to get a head start at brainstorming for my essays. Can anyone share some of the past UChicago essay prompts they've s …
Hey everyone! I'm thinking about taking AP Macroeconomics next year, but I'm a bit concerned about the difficulty level. For people who have taken it before, how hard did you find the course?
Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to work on my college applications. One of the schools I'm interested in applying to has a personal statement requirement of 3000 characters. Ho …
Hey y’all! I wanna start researching and making a college list for my senior year. Can anyone tell me which colleges are considered among the most selective in the U.S.? And what qualities should I lo …
I've been studying for the ACT and could use some advice on how to approach the Reading section. What strategies have worked well for you guys?
Hey guys! I'm considering applying to Stanford via restrictive early action (REA). Does anyone know what the acceptance rate is for REA compared to regular decision? And can you share your experiences …