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I'm having second thoughts about my upcoming SAT date. Does anyone know if you can cancel your SAT registration and if so, how would I go about doing that? Are there any fees or penalties I should be …
I've been hearing some mixed opinions on APES and need some clarity. Does taking AP Environmental Science look bad or is it considered an 'easy' AP by admissions officers? Keen on it for next year but …
As a junior, I'm starting to get some looks from D1 colleges for football. Can someone fill me in on what life is like as a D1 athlete? How do academics and football mix, and what's the time commitmen …
Thinking of getting some extra help with my essays and considering hiring an editor. Do you all think it's worth the investment? Did it make a difference for anyone else here?
Hey everyone, I was just wondering if Ohio State has supplemental essays. I'm really excited about applying there, but would like to know what kind of essays I'll need to prepare if any. Any insight w …
Hello! I'm a bit stressed about Early Action applications, and I was wondering – does UMich outright reject some applicants during EA, or do they usually defer the majority to Regular Decision? I'd ap …
I know I've got to start thinking about what I want to study in college, but I'm stumped. Can anyone give me an example of how they chose their degree and major?
Hey, quick question... does 8th grade matter when it comes to high school academics? I mean, will high schools look back at your 8th grade performance or does it basically start fresh once you hit 9th …
Big history buff here and I’m on the hunt for internships geared towards high school students. Any suggestions on where to look or how to snag one, especially ones that would be beneficial for college …
Total honesty, I'm lost for direction on my Harvard supplement. Has anyone found good examples or have tips on where to look? Not sure how creative or formal I should be. Thoughts?
So I’ve been hearing mixed things and I’m a bit stressed. How much does class rank actually matter in college admissions? Some say it’s super important, others say not so much. And what if my school d …
What's up guys? I'm trying to finalize my senior year schedule, and I'm a little torn. Do you absolutely need to take physics in high school to be a competitive college applicant, or can I get away wi …
Could use a hand with the supplemental essays for Case Western Reserve University. For those who’ve successfully navigated this, any advice on how to make my essays stand out? What do they really look …
I've heard different things about the admissions requirements for HBCUs and I’m a bit lost on where to start. Could someone explain what the easiest HBCU to get into might look for in an applicant? I …
Hi! I’m getting a head start on planning for college and wondering if living on campus as a freshman is usually required, or if I can opt to live off-campus?
I’ve got a slew of tough tests coming up and want to avoid a total meltdown. What are your go-to strategies for studying when you're facing the exams that everyone dreads? Share your wisdom, please!
Can anyone share insights on how winning the Target HBCU Design Challenge has impacted the careers of past winners? I'm thinking of majoring in design at an HBCU and wondering how beneficial this comp …
I've got my eyes set on Harvard and am super passionate about two different fields. Can students double major there, and if so, how manageable is it? Does anyone have experience with it or know someon …
Got a persuasive speech coming up and I'm trying to pick a controversial topic that stands out. Does anyone have ideas on how to choose a topic that's engaging but won't push things too far, especiall …
Hey everyone, so I'm gearing up to apply to Cornell and I'm kind of confused about the recommendation situation. Do you know how many recommendation letters are actually required and if there are any …