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Salut classmates, any advice on how to study for the AP French exam? I'm looking for ways to improve my listening and speaking skills, as well as general study tips. Would love to hear from someone wh …
So... AP Language and Composition is no joke, and the exam is looming. I'm reasonably confident about the essays, but the multiple-choice questions worry me. Did anyone have a breakthrough moment with …
So, I know the essay might be my chance to stand out, but I’m having trouble figuring out what to write about. Does anyone have any strategies or tips on how to narrow down a topic for the college ess …
Just out of curiosity, do any of your schools cover the cost of AP exams? I've heard that some schools might pay for them, but I'm not sure how common that is. Would be nice to not have to shell out s …
Hey, just wondering what the norm is for AP classes post-exams. What do you usually do in AP classes after the AP exams are done? Are there still assignments, or is it more like a study hall vibe?
I’ve heard Washington & Lee gives out great merit aid. Does anyone know other schools that are also generous with merit scholarships?
I have a bit of an odd question—can a college essay be a poem? Like, has anyone ever submitted one and actually gotten into a good college?
Hi folks, kinda stressed here figuring out my chances for Ohio State. I'm a junior and could use some insight on the GPA that Ohio State typically expects from an incoming freshman. I’m trying to unde …
Notre Dame's community spirit and alumni network are simply unmatched from what I've heard. I’d love to find more universities where there's a strong sense of belonging and tradition, combined with ex …
I’m super into Harvey Mudd for their engineering programs, and the undergrad focus is a huge plus. But what are some other colleges that provide a strong engineering education with an emphasis on unde …
Hey guys, I've heard about high schoolers taking AP exams, but can a college student also take AP exams if they want to? Just curious if that's a thing because I've got some college friends who mentio …
Hey guys! I’m super interested in Belmont University for their music program, but I want to make sure I explore all options. Can anyone point me toward other schools with a focus on music and the arts …
I've been looking into Case Western, and their focus on undergrad research and strong engineering programs stand out to me. Do you guys have suggestions for similar schools that might be less competit …
Hello peers! I just got a 3 on one of my AP exams and I'm a bit worried. How do colleges view a 3 on an AP exam? Should I report it or not? Will it hurt my chances especially if I'm aiming for top-tie …
Feeling a bit confused here. I landed a 1580 on my SAT, which I know is really high, but is it worth it to try for a perfect 1600? Could those extra 20 points make any difference at super selective sc …
So, AP season is approaching and I've been told that some AP exams are 'curved.' How does this affect the way our answers are scored, and does this make the exam easier or tougher on us?
Hey guys, junior here currently in the IB program and I'm kinda stressing. For anyone who’s been through both IB and college, how similar is the difficulty level of IB courses compared to actual colle …
Artistic minds, I need your guidance! I’m considering the AP Art exam and gotta know, what's the process like? I hear there’s no traditional 'test' but rather a portfolio submission. What do they look …
I've signed up for AP Environmental Science next year and I'm hearing mixed things. Some say it's a breeze, others that it's deceptively tough. For those who've taken it, how did you find the workload …
Okay, so I've got a few AP exams coming up and I'm not sure about the best way to manage my time during the test. They seem so long! How do you guys make sure you complete everything without rushing a …