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So I've been hearing about colleges using a 'holistic review' during their admissions process. Can someone help me understand what that means and how it affects our applications?
Hey, so I know I want to go into the medical field, but I'm not exactly sure what kind of doctor I want to become yet. Can someone give me a brief rundown of the different types of doctors and what th …
Hi all, I've been doing some ACT prep, but I'm struggling a bit with the writing section. Does anyone have any tips or resources for tackling ACT writing questions and how to structure my essay? Thank …
Hi everyone! I have some college visits lined up for the next few months and I was wondering what the general dress code is like for these visits. I want to make a positive impression but at the same …
Hi there! I'm considering taking Algebra 2 over the summer to get ahead. Does anyone have experience doing this? Is it a good idea, or should I enjoy my summer instead? Pros and cons would be helpful!
I've been considering joining some academic/honor society clubs at my school, but I'm not quite sure what to expect. If you've been in any of these clubs, could you please share your experience and an …
Hey! I've been hearing a lot about something called 'UVA Source' but I can't figure out what it is. Can anyone explain it to me? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone! I've been studying for the AP Biology exam and I'm looking for some of the best review questions to practice with. Any suggestions on where to find great review questions? Thanks!
I'm working on my UPenn application, and I'm kind of stuck on the supplemental essays. Does anyone know where I can find some good examples to get inspired? I want to get a sense of what successful es …
Hey everyone! I'm considering community college before transferring to a four-year university. What are the common types of associate degrees that I could pursue? Anyone have advice on which might be …
Hey guys, I've recently learned about QuestBridge and it seems like an amazing opportunity. But who qualifies for it? How do I know if I'm eligible? Any help would be appreciated, thanks!
I'm a junior who's really interested in pursuing medicine and I recently heard about direct medical programs, which are like a combined BS/MD or BA/MD program. Can y'all suggest some reputable ones th …
Hey, Yale students or alumni! I'm working on my application essays and I'm curious about what topics or approaches helped you stand out. Can y'all share any advice from your experience? I'd really app …
What's up everyone! I know the ACT is another standardized test for college admissions, but can someone tell me what the acronym A.C.T. actually stands for and give me a brief overview of its structur …
Hey guys, I'm applying to Michigan State and I can't seem to find any info on supplemental essays. Have they done away with them or am I missing something? Could you give me more information on this? …
I've been hearing mixed info about this, so I wanted to ask: is AP Calc BC equivalent to Calc 2 in college? Will it prepare me well enough for upper-level math courses?
I really want to make an impression on college admissions officers with my essays. Can anybody share some strategies for writing outstanding college essays? How can I make mine unique and captivating?
Hi guys! I'm in the process of applying to the University of Miami and I'm wondering if anyone has any insight on the essay prompts for this year's application. What kind of topics should I focus on t …
I'm interested in becoming a pharmacist, and I was wondering what major or courses are typically required for this career path. Are there specific universities that are better for a pharmacy major? An …
Hey, guys! I was wondering how to convert my 3.5 GPA to a 100 scale? I'm a bit lost on how to convert it correctly. Any advice would be amazing, thanks!