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I'm a junior taking 3 AP classes and I have already taken one AP class (I got a 4 in AP World). I don't think I'm doing well in AP Chem. My AP Chem teacher doesn't really teach well (he's a retired ch …

Hi! I'm a current IB Junior. My dream schools are NYU, UCLA, and Pepperdine but I'm worried that my stats are just ok. My dream is to go into a film school and become a director or producer. I haven't …

I know this question is a large question, but I am just not sure what I should major in. I like math and science, but not sure if engineering is right for me. My dad is one and says it’s always an opt …

Hi, I'm a senior interested in pursuing a creative career. I'm artistically skilled and consider myself a smart person, which is why I think a career in marketing or advertising is a right fit for me. …

The University in question is in Canada, University of Manitoba

Hey, I’m currently aiming for valedictorian at my school. There are around 400 kids in my grade (my school is the only one in the city, it’s pretty small).

As of right now, one of my close friends and …

The title (basically is it under volunteer or clubs)

I am currently a member of my high school's mock trial program. Our mock trial team is actually part of an elective class, so does that still counts as an extracurricular activity?

Please help I am so stuck I have no idea what to do.

Hi, I am a sophomore showing interest in the technology industry by researching and working with Quantum Computing (Quantum Physics/Computing/Mechanics). I am wondering what majors should I consider b …

I didn’t take math in high school, and want to apply to premed or biology. Some colleges require math for these programs. Is there a way for me to still get into these programs without math? I have a …

What is the minimum number of service hours required for college? And, what is to be expected, or what will make you look good?

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My school offers around 18 Ap classes and I plan to finish with 7 meaning I took 1/3 of them is this good do you think and almost all the rest of my classes are honors.

I'm a Freshman in highschool aiming for top colleges (ex: uchicago, Columbia, nyu, harvard, Yale, etc.) and I'm going to be homeschooled this year.

In order to.. I guess accommodate (can't find the w …

Hi, I'm a junior in HS, I go to the best school in my state, and have a 4.0 GPA with a couple clubs and I play one sport.

I'm interested in graduating early and only need an English credit and an ele …

Do they only look at grades/standardized test scores, or do they look at essays/extracurriculars? I think most schools only look at academic rigor/grades but I'm not sure

I got my rank today and I want to apply to different mid tier schools/ state schools (what I'm trying to say is that I'm not really applying to super prestigious schools) I got my rank but idk if shou …

Stats: 3.71/4 UW GPA, 6.6/7.0 W GPA (top 15% of class), 1470 SAT

Extracurriculars are solid. I can write a strong essay.

Intended major(s): economics and possibly music performance

List:

Rutgers New Brun …

My details - SAT-1120, GPA-3.7, top-2%, and leadership positions in high school in India. Please also tell me tips to build a better profile and get scholarships for the colleges listed.

I am also appl …