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Caltech Supplemental Essays

Hello, fellow college applicants! I'm currently working on my Caltech application and struggling with the supplemental essays. Are there any specific tips or advice you can share that might help me be …

8 months ago

How to demonstrate my intellectual heritage in college applications?

Hey fellow students, I'm having trouble figuring out how to showcase my intellectual heritage in my college applications. How have you guys included your family or cultural background and its impact o …

8 months ago

What are some good SAT words to learn?

As I'm preparing for the SAT, I want to expand my vocabulary. What are some words that I should definitely learn and memorize for the SAT? Any suggestions or resources would be greatly appreciated!

8 months ago

Do ED 2 schools increase my chances for admission?

Hi there! I'm currently a junior, and I've heard that applying to some ED 2 schools might be advantageous. I was wondering if anyone could clarify if applying ED 2 could actually increase my chances o …

8 months ago

Including a passion for reading in my college essay?

Hey everyone! I've always been an avid reader and it's a huge part of who I am. I'd like to incorporate this passion into my college essay somehow. Any creative ideas or suggestions on how to make a l …

8 months ago

Demonstrated Interest at American University

Hi there! I'm applying to American University and I'm wondering if they track demonstrated interest. Is it important to show demonstrated interest when applying to American University, and if so, what …

8 months ago

Best Schools with Full Merit Scholarships?

Hey guys, I'm trying to find colleges that offer full merit scholarships. What are some highly recommended schools with great merit-based scholarships? Thanks in advance for your help!

8 months ago

Atlanta Consortium Experience?

Has anyone here participated in the Atlanta Consortium or similar programs that foster collaboration between different universities? If so, how was your experience and what benefits did you gain from …

8 months ago

Appropriate length for application essays

I'm starting my college application essays, and I'm a little stressed about the word limit. How long should an application essay be typically? Any tips on how to make the most out of my essay?

8 months ago

Struggling with personal statement—can someone share an example?

Hey everyone! I'm working on my personal statement for college applications, and I'm really struggling. Can someone please share a personal statement essay example that worked for them or one they fou …

8 months ago

Digital arts university programs: Recommendations?

Hi everyone! I'm really passionate about digital arts and want to pursue a degree in it, but I'm not sure where to start. Can anyone suggest some reputable universities or programs that offer digital …

8 months ago

Diversity scholarship essay examples?

Hey y'all! I'm currently working on some scholarship applications, and one of them requires a diversity essay. If anyone has any advice or examples of successful diversity essays that they'd be willin …

8 months ago

AP Tests: Can You Retake Them?

I'm just wondering if it's possible to retake an AP test if I don't get the score I want this year. Has anyone done this before? Any tips or advice would be appreciated!

8 months ago

Coca Cola scholarship application tips?

I'm applying for the Coca Cola scholarship this year, and I've heard that it's a pretty competitive process. Does anyone have any tips or advice on how to make my application stand out and potentially …

8 months ago

Honor Society Club Ideas

Hey everyone! My school has an honor society club, and I'm planning to join next year. What are some cool ideas or activities you've done or heard of in such clubs? Looking for some inspiration!

8 months ago

What's considered a 'good' class?

Hey everyone! I've been hearing my friends say that some classes are 'good classes' to take, but I'm not exactly sure what that means. Are they talking about interesting topics, easy classes, or somet …

8 months ago

Common App essay examples

I'm starting to work on my Common App essay, and I'm a little lost. Can anyone point me in the direction of some examples of successful Common App essays that got students into college? It would be re …

8 months ago

How does Bucknell handle essay prompts?

I'm thinking of applying to Bucknell, and I was wondering about their essay prompts. What type of prompts should I expect and how unique are they compared to other colleges?

8 months ago

Harvard Yield Rate: How Competitive Is It?

I was researching Harvard and I wanted to know how competitive their yield rate is? Like, does a higher yield rate mean it's more difficult to gain admission or something else entirely?

8 months ago

What's the deal with the Seven Sisters Colleges?

Hey guys! I've been hearing a lot about the 'Seven Sisters Colleges' and how they're pretty prestigious. Can anyone explain more about these schools to me? Are they really that amazing and what makes …

8 months ago
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