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Does anybody have any helpful tips or resources for studying for the AP World History exam? I'm nervous and want to make sure I'm well-prepared. Thanks!
I've been stressing about my AP scores lately, and I'm not sure if a score of 3 is considered good or bad. How do colleges usually view a 3 on an AP exam, and will it affect my chances of admission? A …
Sup y'all, I'm struggling with the SAT math calculator section. Do you have any tips or tricks on how to improve my performance on this part of the test? Any advice or helpful resources from those who …
Hey, I'm a little confused about the difference between accelerated and advanced classes. What makes them unique and which one would be better to take in my junior year?
Hey, I'm getting ready to take a couple of AP exams soon. I'm curious, how important is it to aim for a 4 on these exams? Will it have a significant impact on my college applications or determination …
Hi! I'm a high school junior taking AP Lang and I could use some guidance on essay structure. What's the best way to organize my thoughts and present my arguments effectively for the AP exam? Any advi …
Hey everyone! My English teacher really wants us to practice synthesis writing, and I'm struggling to come up with a good prompt to practice with. Any ideas for a synthesis prompt that will challenge …
I'm taking AP English Literature and I'm finding the poetry analysis section of the course quite challenging. What are your favorite strategies for dissecting and understanding the poems? Any help wou …
Hi! I'm a high school junior, and I plan on applying to colleges next year. When do I usually need to apply for housing once I'm accepted into a college? Is it like right after acceptance, or is there …
Hey guys, I've heard some people bragging about having a '5.0 GPA' and that's got me curious. Is it even possible to get a 5.0 GPA on the 4.0 scale we're accustomed to? If so, what factors contribute …
Hey all, I was deferred from UMich and now I need to submit their continued interest form. What's the best way to express my enthusiasm for the school and my strong desire to attend? Any tips would be …
I'm interested in becoming a software engineer, but I'm not sure what classes to take in high school to best prepare for this career path. Can anyone suggest specific courses or extracurricular activi …
I recently found out about the UW CADRs (College Academic Distribution Requirements). Can someone please explain what exactly they entail and how they impact my chances of getting into the University …
I came across the term 'total number of institutions attended' while filling out a college application. What does it mean, and how do I calculate it for my situation?
Hey, I'm curious about Purdue's Exploratory Studies program. Can anyone tell me what the acceptance rate is like or share your experience if you've been through the program?
Hello fellow applicants! I'm really interested in UCLA, and I want to know what aspects of the university make it truly unique. What do you think sets it apart from other schools? Thanks for your insi …
Hello! I'm in AP Statistics and want to find some extra practice problems to work on outside of class. Do you know any websites or resources that offer quality practice problems? Any help would be gre …
Hi there! My school offers some AP classes that only last for one semester. Do colleges view these shorter AP classes as less rigorous or valuable compared to full-year AP courses? Should I focus on t …
Hey everyone, just curious, does anyone know what the lowest GPA is of someone who has been accepted to Harvard? I know it's extremely competitive, but I'm wondering if there's any flexibility with ex …
Hey, I'm a little stressed about college admissions and was wondering when UNC Chapel Hill typically sends out their acceptance letters. Can anybody give me a rough timeframe to expect to hear back fr …