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I got a detention last year for being late a few times too many. Does something like this count as disciplinary action that I need to report on my Common App? Not sure how strict they are with this se …
I was looking into international schools, and Canada has some great universities! Just out of curiosity, do Canadian colleges use something like the Common App, or do they have a different system for …
Maybe it's a silly question, but I’m genuinely curious if colleges ever consider PSAT scores as part of the admissions process, or are they strictly for practice and scholarships?
Just received my PSAT score and I'm sitting on a 1020. For a sophomore, is this an okay start? I'm thinking ahead to college admissions and wondering how much I need to up my game. Tips and feedback f …
There's a movie that really hit home for me and offered a lot of insight into who I am. I want to write about it for my college essay, but I'm slightly concerned that it might not be 'significant' eno …
Hey everyone! I'm trying to plan out my study schedule and I can't seem to find the upcoming PSAT test dates. Does anyone know when they typically are or where I can find this info? Thanks!
Hey folks, when inputting my classes on the Common App, I saw the 'college prep' designation and got a bit confused. Does this refer to any class that prepares you for college, or is it a specific typ …
Kinda curious and a little confused—I've heard some upperclassmen mention that not all PSAT tests are the same? I thought standardization was the whole point. Does that mean the difficulty can vary ye …
As a bit of a stressed junior here, just found out there's a fee for the PSAT at my school. I'm wondering does the PSAT cost money everywhere, and is it really worth the investment? Could use some adv …
Hey folks! So I'm planning my application strategy and I've heard a lot about the Common App. Can anyone tell me the real benefits of using the Common App over individual school applications? Does it …
So I'm working on my PSAT prep and I was wondering about the guessing penalty. If I come across questions I'm not 100% sure on, should I guess or skip them? What's the best strategy here so it doesn't …
Hey everyone, I could really use some advice here. I've been super busy with school and extracurriculars, and deadlines are creeping up on me. Realistically, is one week enough time to write a college …
Hey guys, I'm starting to prep for the PSAT, and I'm a bit overwhelmed. Could someone break down the specific subject areas that the PSAT covers? I know it's kinda like a mini-SAT, but I want to be su …
I'm getting started with my college list and was wondering—how many colleges are actually on the Common App? I want to make sure I explore all my options and don’t miss out on some hidden gems there!
I'm feeling a bit anxious here—can someone tell me if the PSAT is required for college admissions, especially in California? I know it's tied to the National Merit Scholarship and all, but does it act …
So I got my PSAT results back and I’m at a 1300. As a sophomore, should I be happy with this score? How much improvement is typically expected by the time I’m a junior?
Hey guys, so I'm trying to get a head start on my Common App and I'm wondering if someone could break down the components for me? Like, besides the essay, what are all the parts I need to know about t …
Feeling a bit anxious here… My school has a weird weighting system for grades. Does the Common App have its own method to calculate our cumulative GPA, or do they just use whatever our transcript says …
Kinda lost here, can anyone guide me on where to find the FERPA waiver section on the Common App? Not sure what I'm supposed to do with it and I don't want to mess this up.
Hey fam, I'm filling out the Common App and I've got a mix of honors, AP, and regular classes. How do I correctly list the course level for each class? Any tips so I don't mess this up?