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Hook em Horns! Im aiming for UT Austin and heard that CLEP exams could be a way to earn credit before enrolling. Does anyone know if UT Austin recognizes all CLEP exams, or are there certain ones they …
So I'm a junior and seriously considering majoring in psychology. I'm a bit stressed because I want to make sure my course load reflects my interest in the field. What high school classes would you re …
Hey friends! I'm setting my sights on a great PSAT score, but I'm a little stressed about how to get there. What strategies have you all found effective for scoring well on the PSAT? I'm all ears for …
Hey fam, brainstorming for my NHS application and feeling a tad stuck. How do you figure out what activities and achievements to highlight? Do you just list what you’ve got, or is there a smart way to …
Hi all, the waiting game is absolutely brutal, and I’ve been clinging to any hope for good news. I applied to Northwestern ED, and I’m wondering if anyone knows when they send out their likely letters …
I’m kinda stressed but hopeful, looking for universities similar to Rice where research is strong, but there’s also a clear focus on the undergrad experience. Rice's balance seems perfect but it's sup …
Santa Clara University's got my attention with their programs, but I'm still kinda clueless about what it's like to be a student there. Can anyone fill me in on its culture, social life, and how stude …
Hey folks, I saw some programs that offer high school students the chance to study abroad in Japan for free. Sounds too good to be true. Can someone drop some knowledge on this? Have you or your frien …
Hey everyone! I'm really into social studies and I was wondering what kind of extracurricular activities related to social studies could give my college application a boost? I'm also looking for activ …
Hi friends, I’m kinda confused by the Common App's 'class rank reporting' part. My school doesn't rank us, so I'm not sure what I should be putting down there. Does anyone who's had a similar situatio …
Hey everyone, I've got a bit of a situation here. During my sophomore year, I took a class that didn't really pan out how I expected, and my grade was pretty dismal. It's not reflective of my current …
I've got a question about the recommender section on Common App. How do I go about adding a recommender? Is it complicated? Any tips for making sure it goes smoothly with my teachers? Thanks for the h …
What's up, y'all? I'm setting my sights on UT Austin and was just curious if they're part of the Common App. It would make my life easier if they were, so hoping for good news.
Future doc here 👩⚕️✨! So, I'm super into the idea of going to med school eventually. I want to make the most of my time in high school and take classes that would give me a taste of what's ahead. Hav …
So I'm considering taking a CLEP exam to knock out some general ed requirements, but I’m not sure what to expect. Does anyone here know how difficult CLEP exams typically are? Would be great to hear f …
Hi friends, I’m just wondering if anyone knows if we can tailor our Common App for each individual school we're applying to? I have different programs in mind and would love to customize my app a bit.
Hey there, fellow juniors! Just curious, what are the minimum course requirements most colleges look at for admissions? I want to make sure I'm taking the right classes to be considered a competitive …
Just realized I want to make some changes to my Common App essay, but I've already submitted for an Early Action deadline. Can I still make edits for my Regular Decision schools or is it too late?
Can someone share how to effectively practice for the PSAT? I want to ensure I'm preparing adequately. What resources or practice tests did you find most helpful?
Hello everyone! I'm prepping to take a couple of CLEP exams this year but the fees are adding up. Does anyone know if there are legit coupons or discounts available to cut down the costs a bit?