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Hey guys, I'm an international student and I've been wondering if the AP exams are harder for students outside the U.S. Does anyone know if the curriculum or the exam format is different from the one …
I've recently fallen in love with everything about Georgetown University—the blend of strong academics, particularly in international relations and politics, and that vibrant city culture. Do you know …
Feeling a bit stressed here, but I gotta ask—is it possible to repeat your senior year in high school if things don't go according to plan? If so, how does that affect college admissions, and what are …
Kind of stressing about starting high school and I want to make sure I'm making the most of it. What should I be doing in my freshman year to set myself up for success later on? Should I be focusing o …
Hey everyone, I’m planning my schedule for senior year and I’m thinking about taking AP Computer Science A. I don’t have a lot of experience in coding beyond some basic HTML and CSS I learned in a web …
Can anyone share their study plan for the AP World History Exam? I'm starting to prep, but I don't even know where to begin with so much content to cover. What topics should I focus on the most, and h …
Hi all, I'm in the process of figuring out my college funding and I'm looking for scholarships or programs targeted at African American students that are similar to what TMCF offers. I want to make su …
Hey everyone, I'm super confused about how the AP exams are scored. For example, what percentage of correct answers typically corresponds to a score of 2? Trying to set some realistic goals for myself …
Hola, classmates! I've been doing okay with the multiple-choice portion of the AP Spanish practice exams, but I'm struggling with the speaking part. Any tips on how to practice effectively? Bonus if y …
Heard some friends talking about taking mock AP exams and I'm just sitting here confused. Are they different from practice tests in review books? Where do you even get them? Would they help a lot for …
Gallaudet University is unique for its services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. I'd love to learn about other schools that are also accessible and provide strong programs for students like me?
Hi friends, I'm diving into the essay writing phase and I'm kinda stressed. Does anyone have insights on what admissions officers are really looking for in a college essay? How do I make mine stand ou …
Hey everyone, just starting to brainstorm for my essays and I’m wondering: how unique or specific do my essay topics need to be to stand out? I know they say to be unique, but is writing about a major …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior starting to prep for my college applications, and I'm kinda curious about how much weight essays carry in the decision-making process. Does a stellar essay have the power to …
Just stumbled upon Salisbury and it seems like a solid school, but I'm trying to cast a wide net. Can anyone recommend other colleges that are similar to Salisbury in terms of their commitment to stro …
So, I'm putting together my college list and I'm a bit confused about the essay requirements. Can someone clarify if all colleges need an essay for the application, or are there some that don't requir …
In a bit of a dilemma here. There's an AP subject I'm really into but my school doesn’t offer the class. Is self-studying for the AP exam a good idea or is it a recipe for stress? Has anyone done it b …
I'm aiming for some prestigious scholarships and they love seeing 5s on AP exams. For those who've snagged a 5, how hard did you have to grind? Any advice on balancing prep with other responsibilities …
I'm kind of set on Manhattan College because of its engineering program, but I wanna keep my eyes open. Any suggestions for colleges that are on the same level, particularly in civil engineering, and …
I'm trying to plan out how I'm going to tackle each section of the PSAT, but I'm not quite sure about the total number of questions. Does anyone know how many questions are on the PSAT and how they're …