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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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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?

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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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AP
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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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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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3 years ago
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What is your aim when you graduate from the University?

Hi guys, this is a question for everyone. I am just asking what will be your aim when you graduate from University. Will you change the world with what you studied ? As for me, when I finish studying …

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3 years ago
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hello i am in the 11th grade and i am looking for awnsers of how i can prepare for college

i want to go to yale university the most coolest school to me i really want to go threre it would be a dream come true but in still wondering how i can prepare for it and how i can get acepted the mai …

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3 years ago
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Should I take IB or AP if I want to get into MIT, for a C.S Major?

Should I take IB or AP if I want to get into MIT, for a C.S Major? I'm really confused as I like IB's philosophy, but a lot of courses ( likes history ) are required and it has NOTHING to do with C.S.

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3 years ago
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Self-Studying APUSH?

My school only offered APUSH to freshmen. Since I can no longer take that course, would colleges understand if I self study?

Also can you list out all posssible AP courses that would give me credit for …

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