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What are Some Good Alternatives to UCSC?

Long story short, I fell in love with UC Santa Cruz's campus and their strong programs in the sciences. But considering how admissions can be super unpredictable, I'm trying to compile a list of simil …

2 years ago

Possibility of Taking AP Exams Online?

With all this remote learning, I was wondering, is there any chance we can take AP exams online, or do we have to be present at the school for them? Has anyone heard anything about this?

2 years ago

Required GPA for the University of Chicago?

UChicago is my dream school, but I'm stressing about whether my GPA is good enough. Does UChicago have a known GPA requirement for their applicants, or is it more about the overall package? Any tips f …

2 years ago

AP English Exam Preparation – Resources?

Hey guys! How are you all preparing for the AP English exam? Any books or online resources you recommend? Plus, how do you tackle the multiple-choice section versus the essays? I want to ensure I cove …

2 years ago

What time do AP exams usually start?

Could someone tell me what time AP exams typically begin? I'm trying to plan my schedule for the exam days so I'm not rushing in the morning or anything.

2 years ago

If you fail an AP exam, are there any major repercussions?

I'm trying to keep the stress levels low, but I've gotta ask – if someone bombs an AP exam, does it mess up college chances or is it not that big of a deal?

2 years ago

How to wrap up my college essay with a bang?

I’ve heard the conclusion is super important in a college essay because it's the last thing the adcoms read. I don’t want to just summarise everything I’ve said, but I also don't know how to leave a m …

2 years ago

Would retaking a 1450 SAT significantly boost my college chances?

I just got my SAT scores back and I’m sitting at a 1450. While I know it’s a decent score, I'm aiming for some pretty competitive schools. Do you guys think it’d be a good move to retake the test and …

2 years ago

What are some schools similar to BC with strong school spirit?

Howdy peers! I'm looking for colleges that rival Boston College's school spirit and sense of pride – any of you have recommendations?

2 years ago

Is it true that some students get free AP exams?

I overheard some classmates saying they didn't have to pay for their AP exams last year. How does that work? Is there some sort of financial aid or waiver that I don't know about? Who qualifies for fr …

2 years ago

What traits make an applicant stand out in college essays?

I've heard that admissions committees look for certain qualities in applicants through their essays. Could anyone shed some light on what characteristics or traits I should highlight in my college ess …

2 years ago

Schools with vibes like George Washington University?

Hey everyone, so I’m doing my college search and I’ve really taken a liking to George Washington University because of its urban campus, political activity, and strong international relations program. …

2 years ago

AP Exams: A Crash Course Needed

Okay, cool cats, let's get back to basics for a sec. What exactly is the AP exam—like, in general? And no, I'm not just talking about the content, but like, what’s the significance for college apps?

2 years ago

What Can I Contribute to the College Community?

This might be a tough one, but I have to write an essay on how I'll contribute to the college community. Does anyone have examples or pointers on how to showcase your potential contributions in a way …

2 years ago

Getting a 5 on AP Euro: Study Tactics?

Hey guys! Anyone who's gotten a 5 on the AP Euro exam, could you share how you studied or prepped? I'm not just looking for study material recs, but also how you structured your time and tackled learn …

2 years ago

AP Psych Exam Study Guide: What's Crucial?

Hey folks, I'm trying to get a study plan together for the AP Psych exam and could use some direction. What are the main theories or studies that I should memorize? Also, do you have any tips for reme …

2 years ago

What major is similar to Political Science that I might find at another college?

Hey everyone! I'm really into Political Science but the college I'm looking at doesn't have it as a major. Do you guys know any similar fields of study that might overlap with my interests? I'm open t …

2 years ago

Can discussing religion in my college essay help or hurt my application?

Hey fellow juniors, I've been brainstorming ideas for my personal statement and I'm really passionate about my religious journey. I've been involved with my community's religious youth group, which ha …

2 years ago

Colleges with a work-study focus like College of the Ozarks?

So I just learned about College of the Ozarks and their cool work-study program. Does anybody have suggestions for other schools that offer a similar work experience during college?

2 years ago

Are foreign language courses important to college admissions?

Totally perplexed about how many years of a foreign language I need. Do colleges want to see proficiency in languages, and does it matter which language it is? I've got options at school, but not sure …

2 years ago
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