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Hey everyone! My school uses a different grading scale than the 4.0 system that most US colleges use. How can I convert my current GPA to the 4.0 scale? Are there any reliable online tools or resource …
I had a bit of an issue my sophomore year and I'm concerned about how it might affect my chances at college. Do colleges look at disciplinary records during the admissions process, and if so, how migh …
Hi everyone! I'm currently taking American Sign Language (ASL), and I'm wondering if it's considered a foreign language by colleges when it comes to admissions. Does anyone have any info on this?
Hello fellow juniors! I've been working on my essays and noticed that I often struggle with writing strong conclusions. What are some effective ways to end an essay that leave a lasting impression? Th …
Hi everyone, I'm working on my application for Fordham and I'm feeling a bit stuck on the essay. Does anyone have any examples of successful Fordham essays that I can check out for inspiration? Thanks …
Hello! I'm planning to apply to Carnegie Mellon and I'm working on my essays right now. Has anyone come across any successful CMU essay examples that worked or can give me some tips on what makes a st …
Hey everyone! I've been looking into some online AP score calculators to predict how well I might do on my upcoming AP exams. Are these calculators usually reliable, or should I take their predictions …
I'm really interested in pursuing law, but I'm currently just a high school junior. Can I intern at a law firm while still in high school? If yes, how do I go about finding and applying for these oppo …
Hi everyone! I'm starting to think about my application for Clemson, and I was wondering about the essay prompts. Does anyone know what they are, or where I can find them? Thanks in advance!
Hi! Summer's around the corner and I don't have anything planned yet. I was wondering, do you know any great free online summer programs to help me discover new interests and expand my knowledge?
Hey guys, I'm working on my personal insight questions for UCLA. I want to make sure my answers are strong and unique. Can anyone share some helpful tips or advice on how to approach these questions a …
I have to write a short essay for my English class and I feel a bit overwhelmed. Can anyone share some examples of short yet impactful essays? What should I keep in mind when writing a concise and mea …
Hi there! I'm a rising junior and considering dual enrollment courses. I wanted to know how the grading scale for these courses compares to regular high school courses, and if it might boost my chance …
Hi! I just found out that I was selected as a National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholar. What does it entail, and how will it help me with my college application process? Thanks in advance!
Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior who's pretty into sports and maintains decent grades. Any suggestions for scholarships that cater to student-athletes like me?
Hey guys! I'm starting my college application journey and I'm curious to see how other students have approached the Apply Texas essays. Can anyone recommend online resources or share some tips about a …
Hello! I'm considering a career as a pharmacist and I'd like to know the quickest way to become one. Which education route should I take, or are there any programs out there that will help me achieve …
As a junior, I want to make the most out of my final year in high school. I've been thinking about creating an end of year bucket list. Do you guys have any suggestions for things to experience in sen …
Hey guys, I'm set on pursuing a career in the medical field, and I was wondering what the easiest medical degree to get would be? Keeping in mind the workload, length of program, and overall difficult …
Just a quick question, do colleges look at our middle school grades when they review our applications? I'm trying to figure out how much they matter while planning my high school journey.