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Hey guys! So I recently stumbled upon the Lumiere Research Scholar Program and I'm considering applying. But before I do, I want to hear from people who have participated in it. Can anyone here share …

Hey everyone! I'm trying to decide what math class to take for my junior year of high school. What suggestions do you guys have for someone looking to pursue a STEM-related field in college? What's th …

Hey guys, I'm considering applying to SDSU for their pre-med program. Anyone here have any experiences with it? I'd love to hear about the program's strengths and weaknesses, if there's research oppor …

Hi, I've been considering applying to Stanford University next year. Could anyone give me some detailed information about their academics, campus life, and the overall application process? I want to m …

Hey everyone, I'm planning to answer Prompt 2 of the Common App ('The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setbac …

Hello! My unweighted GPA is 3.75, and I'm trying to figure out if this is a good GPA when applying to colleges. Can anyone tell me if this GPA is considered solid for college admissions? I'd love to h …

Bonjour everyone! I'm considering taking AP French next year, but I'm not sure if it's super difficult or if it's manageable. What are your thoughts or experiences? Merci beaucoup!

I'm preparing for the AP Spanish exam and I'm wondering where I could find the most effective practice materials? Are there any websites or resources you recommend to practice listening, speaking, and …

Hi everyone! I want to learn a new foreign language, but the one I'm interested in isn’t offered at my school. Do you guys have any suggestions on how I could learn this language on my own or through …

Hey everyone! I've recently been offered an invitation to join the National Honors Society, but I've heard some mixed opinions about it. Is it really a prestigious organization to be a part of, or jus …

I'm trying to decide between Northeastern University and Boston University for my college applications. Can anyone give me a comparison of the two in terms of academics, campus life, and extracurricul …

Hi everyone, I'm applying for the Leading Scholar program at Michigan Tech and was hoping to find some examples of successful essays. Can anyone share their experience with this program or give me som …

Hiya! I'm looking for national competitions to participate in during my junior year. I'm hoping it will help my college application stand out. Any suggestions for competitions in STEM, writing, or gen …

Hey guys, I've been researching the QuestBridge National College Match, and I saw some different acceptance rates. Are the odds of getting matched good, and should I focus on this route or the regular …

Hey everyone, I got this invitation letter from the National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC). Is it some kind of selective program? How do they choose who gets an invite? Thanks!

I'm planning to write my college essay about overcoming obstacles, but I'm struggling with ideas. Can anyone share some examples or tips on how to approach this kind of topic?

I'm going to be a senior next year and wondering how important it is to take a math class in my final year of high school. Will skipping math senior year hurt my chances of getting into college when a …

Hi everyone! I just took the Pre-ACT test and I'm kind of nervous about the results. How long does it usually take for Pre-ACT scores to come back? A rough estimate of when I should expect my scores w …

Hey everyone! I recently came across a platform called My Ivy 24/7 that claims to help with college applications and counseling. Has anyone here used this service, and if so, how was your experience? …

Hey everyone! I'm an IB student and I've been preparing for my English Paper 2. I'm just wondering how long is the IB English Paper 2? I want to make sure I'm allocating enough time to effectively wri …