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Where can I find good CLEP exam practice questions?

As I'm gearing up for a CLEP exam, it'd be great to have some practice questions or materials. Where do you guys find quality practice content for CLEP exams?

2 years ago

Thoughts on Syracuse University's campus atmosphere?

I'm a junior starting to narrow down my college list, and Syracuse University caught my eye. For those of you who've visited or attend, what can you tell me about the campus life? Is it as vibrant and …

2 years ago

How cost-effective are CLEP exams for scoring college credits?

Does anyone know if CLEP exams are a bang for your buck kind of deal when it comes to earning college credits? I'm trying to figure out if the fees are worth the potential savings in college tuition. …

2 years ago

What impact do senior class gifts have on high school culture?

Hey guys, my class is debating what kind of senior gift we should leave to our high school. For those of you who have done this before, what kind of legacy do you feel these gifts leave, and do colleg …

2 years ago

Reporting SAT Scores on Common App: What's the Magic Number?

Folks, I've taken the SAT a few times and am trying to figure out how many SAT scores I should report on the Common App. Is it better to report all scores or just the highest? Does it matter if there' …

2 years ago

Should I Take Online Government Class to Fulfill a High School Requirement?

Hello, friends. I have to take government class to graduate, and I'm thinking about doing it online so I can fit other classes into my day. Do you think colleges care if a required class is taken onli …

2 years ago

Can high schoolers take online college credit courses?

Hey friends, so here's the thing: my high school's course selection isn't the greatest and I wanna challenge myself more. I've been looking into online college credit courses that high school students …

2 years ago

Precalculus CLEP Exam—Worth the Hassle?

Rising senior here, super swamped with APs and extracurriculars. I'm considering taking the Precalculus CLEP exam to get ahead but is it worth the extra study time? Could it actually benefit me for co …

2 years ago

Chasing Perfection: What's a top PSAT score?

Hello! I've been wondering, what's considered the highest score for the PSAT? I know it's out of 1520, but what score range should I be aiming for to stand out to National Merit programs or colleges?

2 years ago

What aspects of Menlo College make it a noteworthy institution?

Hi folks, as I'm sifting through potential colleges, Menlo caught my attention. Could anyone share what makes Menlo College stand out from the pack? Anything from academic strengths to the social scen …

2 years ago

What does language proficiency mean on the Common App?

I’ve been learning Spanish for a few years and I’m not sure how to rate my proficiency on the Common App. Do colleges expect fluency, or is conversational enough? How does this section affect my appli …

2 years ago

Does the NSA High School Work Study Program help with college admissions?

I just learned about the NSA High School Work Study Program and I'm kind of interested. Does anyone know how colleges view this type of program? Does it give an edge in admissions, especially for some …

2 years ago

How beneficial are career classes in high school for college admissions?

Hey everyone, as a junior trying to plan out my senior year, how much should I be focusing on career-specific classes? Do colleges care if you've taken classes related to your intended major or career …

2 years ago

Online Spanish Courses for High School Credit – Any good Ones?

My school’s Spanish program isn't the best, and I really want to get solid at it. Are there free online Spanish courses that give high school credit and are actually good quality?

2 years ago

What’s the deal with MIT Likely Letters?

Hi everyone, I've been seeing some posts about people getting 'likely letters' from colleges, and I'm a bit confused about what they are. Does MIT send out likely letters, and if so, what does it sign …

2 years ago

How can a sophomore start preparing for the PSAT?

Sophomore here feeling a bit anxious about the PSAT and not sure where to start. Any tips on what score range I should be aiming for next year? What kind of prep should I start doing now to get a dece …

2 years ago

Best way to describe tutoring experience on Common App?

Hey guys, I've been tutoring peers and younger students for a while now. It's a big part of who I am. Any tips on how to effectively describe this experience in my Common App to make it stand out?

2 years ago

What’s the format like for CLEP exams in English Composition?

Hey folks! I'm prepping for the English Composition CLEP exam, but I'm not sure how I should study. What’s the exam format, and does anyone have any study tips or resources they could share?

2 years ago

What can I expect from a boarding school experience today?

Hey guys, I've been thinking a lot about my high school options and I'm pretty curious about what boarding school life is like currently. How does it compare to regular high schools, particularly in t …

2 years ago

Are Cal States on the Common App? How do I apply to them?

I'm kinda confused about the application process for California State Universities. Do Cal States accept the Common App, or is there a different system we need to use to apply to these schools? I want …

2 years ago
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