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Can you unregister from an AP exam?

I might've overestimated how many AP exams I can handle, and now I’m thinking about dropping one. Has anyone gone through the process of unregistering for an AP exam? How do you even start and what ar …

2 years ago

What Should I Zero in on for AP Biology Exam Prep?

Okay, time to really get down to it for the AP Bio exam. For those who aced it, what are the key topics and concepts I should really focus on? Is there a certain way I should approach my study session …

2 years ago

Opting Out of Taking the AP Exam?

Is it possible to choose not to take the AP exam after signing up for the class? Will there be any major consequences, like on my transcript or something?

2 years ago

What do RIT accepted student profiles typically look like?

Hey everyone, I’m a junior and starting to look at potential colleges. I’m pretty interested in RIT for their tech programs, but I'm not exactly sure where I stand. Can anyone share what the profiles …

2 years ago

AP Exam Registration Ending?

Quick question! I'm juggling a lot right now and kind of stressed about missing deadlines - does anyone know when AP exam registration ends? I need to decide which ones I'm taking this year. If you've …

2 years ago

What should our college essay really focus on?

So here's the big q: What should our college essay really be about? I get that it should be 'personal and revealing', but how do you decide what part of your life or personality to focus on? And is it …

2 years ago

Essentials to pack for the AP Chemistry Exam?

Hey fellow students, as someone with a bit of test anxiety, I want to make sure I'm super prepared. What are the essential things to bring to the AP Chemistry exam? Like, do I need a calculator, or ar …

2 years ago

Where can I find colleges similar to College of the Ozarks in terms of cost and values?

Hi friends! I’m drawn to the College of the Ozarks because of their no-tuition promise and their work program. I want to broaden my list though. Do you know of any other colleges where students can wo …

2 years ago

Are AP exams optional, and if so, should I still take them?

I've been hearing mixed things about AP exams and how colleges view them. Given that they seem to be optional, would you recommend taking them anyway? How do they impact college admissions, and can sk …

2 years ago

Registering for AP exams independently. How?

Has anyone here registered for an AP exam without being enrolled in the class at school? I want to take a few AP exams for subjects I've studied on my own. What's the process and how early do I need t …

2 years ago

Preventing Cheating on AP Exams?

I've been seeing a lot of memes about cheating, and they're funny, but seriously, how does the College Board prevent cheating on AP exams? Just curious about the security measures they have in place.

2 years ago

Is it mandatory to take the PSAT?

I'm feeling a bit overloaded with schoolwork and extracurriculars. I'm wondering if I need to take on the additional stress of the PSAT, or if it's not a compulsory test? What are the pros and cons?

2 years ago

Understanding PSAT Scoring – Can someone break it down for me?

I've taken the PSAT and I'm waiting for my scores. I'm honestly just really confused about how the whole scoring system works. How does PSAT scoring work exactly? I heard it's on a scale from 320 to 1 …

2 years ago

Writing 'About Me' for College Applications

Hello folks – a bit of a pickle here, how do I start an essay about myself for college without sounding too boring or egotistical? I want my personality to shine through but I'm unsure how to balance …

2 years ago

Packing list for the AP Gov exam?

Hey everyone, I've got my AP Gov exam coming up soon and was wondering if there's anything specific I should bring besides the usual pencils and eraser? This is my first AP test and I'm kinda anxious …

2 years ago

Essay Advice: Tackling the Challenges Prompt

Okay, kind of worried about this. I need some guidance on how to write a college essay about overcoming challenges without making it a sob story or an exaggerated tale. How do you guys suggest I showc …

2 years ago

How important is creativity in college application essays?

I've heard a lot about what colleges want to see in essays, but I'm kind of stressing over how much creativity I need to show. Is it more important to have a super unique topic, or should I just focus …

2 years ago

Extended Time Accommodations for AP Lang Exam

Hi guys, I’m a junior with extended time accommodations due to a learning disability, and I’m gearing up for the AP Lang exam. I'm wondering how the extended time works for this. Does anyone know prec …

2 years ago

Colleges with similar vibes to Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

I’ve been exploring WPI and I'm super into their project-based curriculum. Does anyone know of other engineering or tech schools with a similar hands-on approach?

2 years ago

Essential Components for College Essays?

Okay, so I’ve heard different things and I’m a bit confused. What are the must-have elements I should include in my college essay? Like, should I always have a hook, or is it more important to focus o …

2 years ago
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