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Hey everyone, I'm prepping for the AP Calc exam and I really want to make sure I'm solidifying my understanding. Does anyone have recommendations for resources, like websites or books, that offer prac …
Hey folks, I'm trying to decide between AP Chemistry and AP Physics for next year and I'm unsure which would be more beneficial. How do these courses compare in difficulty and how they are viewed by c …
I'm a little nervous because my practice ACT scores are around 17. Is this considered a bad score, or can I still work with this? Any advice on how to improve would be really appreciated!
Hey everyone, I'm trying to make sense of college stats, and I keep seeing 'acceptance rate' mentioned. Could someone explain what acceptance rate really means for a college? Like, does a lower rate m …
Yikes, I might have a scheduling conflict with my ACT test date. Can anyone tell me if it's possible to reschedule, and how I would go about it?
I'm trying to build up my extracurriculars and I'd really like to do community service that makes an impact. What are the best places to volunteer that colleges would love to see on applications?
As a freshman, I want to start strong. What score range should I be aiming for in the PSAT? And how important is it in the grand scheme of college admissions?
I've been busting my chops getting through the IB program. Does having an IB diploma give you a significant edge when applying to colleges, or is it just another credential?
Ok, so I'm starting to prep for my AP Stats exam and I'm a bit nervous. Does anyone know what the test format is like? Like, how many multiple-choice vs. free-response questions are there?
Hey team, I have to work on a major argument research paper this semester, and I'm kind of blanking on strong topics. What are some compelling research questions or fields I should consider that would …
I just took the PSAT as a freshman and I’m trying to set a benchmark for myself. What score range should I be aiming for in 9th grade to be competitive down the line?
My little sister is in middle school and she’s already thinking about getting into a competitive high school. What are some summer programs that would give her an edge in her applications?
Hey everyone, I'm a junior getting a head start on my college essays and I'm kinda losing my mind over the Amherst supplement. Can anyone share tips on how to approach it or what the admission officer …
I'm a bit confused about the calculator policy for the AP CSP exam. Are we allowed to use calculators, and if so, does anyone have any recommendations on which ones are best for this exam?
Hey friends! I need to pick a topic for my argumentative essay that would engage a college audience but feeling uninspired. What are some of the topics students have found most interesting or provocat …
Just a quick question, how long is the AP Physics 1 exam? I'm trying to figure out how I’m going to manage my time on test day, and I can’t find the length anywhere. Gotta make sure I pace myself corr …
So I just got my cumulative average calculated and it's sitting at an 89. I'm trying to convert this to the 4.0 GPA scale for the colleges I'm applying to, but it's a little confusing.
Could someone e …
Hey guys, I've been looking into colleges and I keep seeing graduation rates mentioned. How important are graduation rates when deciding on a university? Do they reflect on the quality of the school?
Hey guys, I've been working on my art portfolio and thinking about how to make it stand out for college applications. Does anyone have suggestions for unique art competition themes or ideas suitable f …
Art kids, I need your help! I'm taking AP Art next year and I'm a bit confused about how the scoring works since it's portfolio-based. Can someone explain the process? How do you even study for this?