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Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I'm starting to look into colleges, including Oregon State. I'm a bit anxious about my GPA. What GPA should I aim for if I want to be a competitive applicant to Oregon S …

So, I've got AP Bio coming up and I'm trying to create a study schedule. Just wondering, how many questions are there on the AP Biology exam, and how are they divided between multiple-choice and FRQs?

Hello good people, as someone who is really into comp sci, I'm committed to getting a 5 on the AP CSP exam. Any advice from past students who aced it? Your experience with the exam could really ease m …

Quick question, y'all. If I need to transfer after my freshman year for whatever reason, is it considered okay to reuse some of my original application essays for the transfer application, or do I nee …

Feeling a bit stressed because I might not be able to take the AP exam on the given date. Does anyone know if the makeup AP exams are harder than the regular ones? Or are they pretty much the same in …

Hey everyone! Does anyone know of any colleges or universities that offer non-traditional course schedules similar to Capella's FlexPath? I'm looking for a flexible learning environment where I can pr …

Western Governors University has this unique model for online learning that’s really caught my eye. I'm not looking to enroll yet, but I’m curious about other universities that are offering innovative …

I was chatting with some friends about test scores, and we weren’t sure if colleges actually consider our PSAT scores when we apply. Can anyone clarify if they’re taken into account at all?

Hey folks, I'm kind of struggling with nailing the ending of my college essay. I've put a lot into the introduction and body, but how do I bring it all together in a memorable way? Any tips for crafti …

Hey everyone! Just realized I might be a bit behind on this and getting worried—when exactly is the AP exam registration deadline? I’m juggling so many things right now and don't want to miss it. Is i …

Hey everyone! I've been looking into Tulane University, and I'm really digging the whole atmosphere and the programs they offer. But I don't want to put all my eggs in one basket. Does anyone know of …

Hello all! I'm a bit anxious about financial aid and I was wondering, does anyone know if your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) stays consistent when you move from high school to applying for colleg …

Hola amigos! I'm thinking about taking the AP Spanish exam and could use some advice. For those who've taken it, how much of it is conversational versus written? Is the grammar part intense? Would be …

Guys, I'm in the process of shortlisting schools and Pitt caught my attention. I just need to know, what GPA do I need to maintain to be considered for admission at the University of Pittsburgh? Any i …

So, when a prompt asks about how I define success or how I'll be successful in college, are they looking for specific achievements, or is it more about personal growth and character development? What …

Hi folks! As I’m starting to plan out my college life, I’m curious about the housing situation. Do most colleges require you to live on campus during your freshman year? I'm trying to budget and figur …

Hey everyone, just a quick question about formatting. When I'm writing my essays or filling out parts of my college apps, should I be capitalizing 'sophomore year?' I've seen it both ways and want to …

Can someone clarify how AP exams are graded? I’ve heard terms thrown around like 'graded on a curve'—what does that actually mean for us? Do they adjust the scores based on how everyone does, so it's …

Hi guys, my faith is important to me and Taylor University seems like a good fit with its Christian background. But I’m just wondering, what are some other colleges out there with a strong Christian f …

I want to write a college essay that really jumps out to the committee. Anyone have strategies or tips on how to make an essay stand out and not just be another cookie-cutter submission?