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Recent Changes to Google Settings for Third-Party Apps like CollegeVine

ACTION REQUIRED: Update CollegeVine App Settings in Google Admin by October 23, 2023

For enhanced student data protection, Google is set to limit access for users under 18 to third-party apps like Coll …

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10 months ago
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Chancing Changes Due to Affirmative Action Ruling

Because the Supreme Court struck down race-conscious admissions on June 29th, we recently updated our chancing algorithm so that the impact of your ethnicity is greatly reduced. As a result, your chan …

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3 years ago
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any sat test tips?

not prep tips. any tips on the test day?

good luck to fellow may test-takers, yall, we got this!!

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3 years ago
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Low Test scores, College application, Dual enrollment, College essay

Hey guys, I just took the April act and Idk how I did. I am currently in a dual enrollment class and the college requires an essay. If my essay is good and me being in a dual enrollment class. Do yall …

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3 years ago
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Is humor ok in Essays, and Applications?

Is humor ok in Essays, and Applications? I’m working on an essay to my school’s robotics team and would it be ok for me ito include some humour? What about in a flipgrid video?

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3 years ago
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hello - does anyone know of any photography OR computer science internships for high school students?

I know those are two very different areas of study, but I have an interest in both! Also, I would prefer if the internships were around the NJ/NYC area or virtual/online, please! Thanks!

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3 years ago
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What might be some tips for a sophomore?

Tips may be like what ECs to do in the summer or what other things to be unique.

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3 years ago
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How do I post my essay for review?

Senior

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3 years ago
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How do colleges know what extra-curriculars you did?

Do you have to tell them, or is it something that is on your transcript?

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3 years ago
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IB vs AP. Wich is better?

What do you guys think? What are the pros and cons of each? Which is harder, and which is more fruitful? Which one would you pick?

( Use the poll, and if your willing add a comment with your elaborated …

 
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25%
 
AP
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Poll closed27 votes
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3 years ago
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what are some examples of extra curriculars for people who are interested in attending business school

what are some examples of extra curriculars for people who are interested in attending business school in the future?(Including me....)

I also like baseball & Business at the same time, so I am worki …

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3 years ago
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Hi! Quick question - if it possible to self-study for the AP physics exam?

I'm a junior who is currently taking AP physics and needs some tips on how to get a 4+ on the AP exam :)

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3 years ago
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What degree will best prepare me?

So I recently had posted this same poll and it closed today there was a tie Criminal Justice- 19% Criminology- 33% Forensic Science- 33% and Forensic Psychology- 14%. Since there was a tie. I will re …

 
Criminology
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Forensic Science
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3 years ago
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The siblings part on the common app

I'm trying to have a look on the common app and get comfortable with it early. In the siblings part, I have to list each of my sibling's level education. I'm feeling confused like a 9th grader (14 yea …

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3 years ago
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Is there any AP Classes in Toronto (or Ontario), Canada?

I'm currently attending a public high school in Toronto, Canada and my school offers zero AP classes (or Honors). This is really frustrating because my dream school is Stanford University and as we al …

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3 years ago
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Do passion projects count as extracurriculars?

This summer I’m planning on doing a research project with a professor from a university who will advise me, so when I apply for college would that count as an extracurricular?

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3 years ago
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Admissions to WVU MLS Program

Hi guys,

Could you give me some tips to applying to the West Virginia University Masters in Legal Studies Program as I would like to become a lawyer! Thanks:)

To give you more info about myself, i'm a …

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3 years ago
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Hey there- I have my IGCSE scores instead

I have my IGCSE scores instead and don't know how to input them in your all-in-one admission process since you require SAT or ACT scores... Please, if possible, kindly include an option for other exam …

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3 years ago
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Math SAT

I'm preparing for the math section of the SAT but there's just one part that really stumps me. I just can't seem to understand much about polynomials, finding zeroes/roots, and factoring. I also tried …

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3 years ago
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What can i do to improve my learning habits without distraction?

Please guys be sincere to me. I am asking for your advice on how to improve my learning habits because distraction might hinder, so please advise me on it.

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3 years ago
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Is it possible to do AP and IB at the same time?

Is it possible to do AP and IB at the same time? If so how would I do that? ( I have a 8 period schedule ) What are the pros and cons?

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