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Hi everyone, I'm really into writing poetry and I want to start submitting my work to competitions to potentially get some recognition and beef up my resume. Do you know any good poetry competitions f …

I'm a high school junior and my current GPA is 3.0. Is this an acceptable GPA for getting into college? Are there any specifics colleges that would accept this GPA? Any advice or thoughts are welcome!

How does being a recruited athlete affect one's college application? How do coaches identify potential recruits, and when should I start reaching out to them if interested? I've heard it can make a si …

Hi! I'm considering SAT/ACT tutoring since I'm not happy with my current scores. Can some who've gone through tutoring sessions share what tutors actually do during the session? Will they be worth my …

Hey everyone! I just stumbled across something called Penn Academies while researching the University of Pennsylvania. Can anyone who's familiar with it explain to me what they are and their benefits? …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I've been really interested in majoring in neuroscience. Could you guys share any information about career prospects and opportunities in the field? I want to get a bette …

Hi guys, I'm interested in finding some math programs for high schoolers to improve my skills and boost my college application. Any recommendations for programs or extracurriculars related to math? Th …

I've heard that the PSAT has a new format. Can anyone give me a quick rundown on what's changed and any recommendations for study materials or resources to help understand it better? Thanks!

Hello everyone! Just a quick question: what does 'SAT' actually stand for? I know it's a big standardized test for college admissions but I wasn't sure about the full name.

Hey guys! I'm planning to take the SAT in December, and I'm wondering how long it usually takes for the results to come out after the test? I just want to make sure I have enough time before college a …

Hey, I'm studying for the SAT, and I've been struggling with the hardest reading questions. Does anyone have any tips or techniques for tackling these tricky questions? I could really use some advice …

Hi! I'm considering enrolling in Chemistry Honors for my next school year, and I'm wondering if it's notably hard compared to other high school courses. What's the workload like, and how tough is it t …

Hey everyone! I'm starting to work on my Rice University application, and I'm a bit unsure about how to approach the supplemental essays. Can any current Rice students or recent applicants share some …

Hey guys! So, I was browsing around about college admissions testing, and I stumbled upon the ACT Aspire. What is it exactly, and how does it compare to regular ACT testing? Do colleges consider your …

I've been hearing about Division I and Division III college sports, and I'm not sure which one is considered 'better' in terms of competition level and overall experience. Can anyone help clarify this …

Hey, I've heard that having skills in problem-solving and data analysis can really make my college apps stronger. What are some classes or extracurriculars I can take in high school that focus on thes …

Hi, I'm starting on my college applications and I'd appreciate some guidance on how to write a great personal statement. What are some key elements that I should include, and how can I make it stand o …

I'm having trouble deciding whether to take PreCalc or Algebra 2 next year. Can someone who has taken both classes explain the main differences and help me figure out which class would be a better fit …

I came across the term 'pre pre-med' while looking at some college info and I'm a little confused about what it means. Can someone explain the concept and any steps I should take while still in high s …

Hey y'all, I've come across the term 'CEEB code' a few times now when looking at college applications. Could someone please explain what they are and why they are important for the college application …