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Kind of stressed here — I've got the option to report my class rank as either weighted or unweighted, and I'm lost. Which is more beneficial when it comes to college admissions? Do colleges have a pre …
Yo peeps! I'm big into sports and considering making it a career, but I'm not pro athlete material. Can someone explain what studying sports management at college is like? What can I expect from the c …
Hey guys, I'm a bit torn. I've been doing pretty well in my math classes, and my teacher suggested I could skip precalculus and jump straight into calculus next year. For anyone who's done it, how har …
Hey everyone, I'm feeling a bit swamped trying to figure out how to organize my extracurriculars for the activities list on my college apps. Any tips on which ones I should prioritize or how to best d …
I'm considering applying to some Catholic colleges, and I've heard there might be specific scholarships available. Anybody have experience finding and applying for these? What’s the best way to hunt t …
I recently read that actress Taraji P. Henson is a proud HBCU alumna and that she's active in educational advocacy. How does her HBCU experience influence her work, and does her involvement inspire mo …
Hi y’all! I’ve heard that some churches offer scholarships to members or local students. Could use a bit of guidance on how to approach my church for this type of support or where to look for these op …
I've heard having a strong vocabulary can really make your college essays stand out. Anyone have suggestions for big, impressive words that won't make my writing sound overdone or pretentious?
My teachers are dragging their feet on my recommendation letters, and I'm getting anxious because deadlines are approaching. Is it possible to submit my applications before the letters are in, or will …
So I've been wondering, with the national average grade in America in mind, how significant is it in relation to college admissions? Should I be worried if my GPA is around the average or is the indiv …
Hey y'all! I've been looking into Clemson, but I'm out-of-state and the tuition is pretty steep. Does anyone know how an out-of-state student might be able to get a tuition waiver or reduce the costs …
I'm pretty set on pursuing medicine and heard BS/MD programs might be a good fit. Can someone clue me in on how competitive these programs are in 2024? Trying to gauge my chances and whether I should …
Hey everyone, with Brown's application, they're asking for a video introduction, and I'm kinda stressing about it. How creative should I get, and are there any lowkey examples or tips you might have? …
Hello everyone! I'm trying to brainstorm some unique club activity ideas to engage members and stand out. What are some activities that have been successful or intriguing for your school clubs?
Hey folks, I'm really interested in Case Western’s BS MD program and was wondering if anyone here has gone through the application process. How competitive is it really? And what kind of experiences o …
I'm seriously into photography and considering it for my college major. Are there any universities known for having strong photography programs? And what kind of careers do people usually pursue with …
Real estate sounds like a cool field to get into, but I'm not sure if it's an actual major. Do colleges offer a major in real estate, and if so, which ones would you recommend looking into for this ki …
I've got money saved in a 529 plan for college, but I'm a bit confused on how to use it. Can I pay my college tuition directly from my 529, or are there steps I need to follow? I want to make sure I'm …
Can someone break down the specific rules or guidelines the SAT math section follows? I've heard there are some nuances that could trip you up if you're not aware.
I know juniors and seniors usually take the SAT, but is it a wise idea for a sophomore to give it a go? Just wondering if it might give me a head start or should I wait until I’m a junior?