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Music production summer programs for high schoolers?

Hey all, does anyone know of any good music production summer programs for high school students? Looking for programs that teach audio engineering, songwriting, etc. Thanks in advance!

9 months ago

October ACT scores release date?

Hey guys, I took the October ACT and I'm pretty anxious to get my scores. Can anyone give me an idea of when they might be released?

9 months ago

Thoughts on Being a Salutatorian?

Hey everyone! I just found out I'll likely be my high school's salutatorian. How much of an impact does this have on my college applications, and should I include it in my application somehow? Or is i …

9 months ago

Paid internships for high school students in NYC

So, I'm looking for a paid internship in NYC for high school students in the fall. Specifically, I'd prefer something related to science or tech, but I'm open to other fields too. Any suggestions on w …

9 months ago

Finding local scholarship opportunities

Hey everyone! I'm hunting for some local scholarships to help pay for college. Does anyone have any tips on how to find these opportunities or resources on where to start looking? Thanks in advance!

9 months ago

Ideal word count for a college essay?

Hi all! I'm starting to work on my college essays and I was curious about how many words I should be aiming for in my essay. Are there any general guidelines or suggestions? Thanks!

9 months ago

Scholarships for adopted students?

Hello! I'm an adopted high school junior looking for college scholarships. Does anyone know of any scholarships specifically for adopted students? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

9 months ago

SAT Score Release Schedule

Hello, friends! I'll be taking the SAT this year and I'd like to know when the scores typically get released for each test date. Trying to plan out my college application process accordingly. Thanks f …

9 months ago

Research programs for high school students: what are my options?

I'm really interested in getting involved in a research program. Could someone tell me about research programs available for high school students? Are there any prestigious or highly recommended ones?

9 months ago

Taking the PSAT as a freshman: worth it?

Hi all, I'm currently a freshman and I'm thinking about taking the PSAT this year. Do you think it's worth it or should I wait until my sophomore or junior year? What are the benefits and drawbacks of …

9 months ago

Law Internships for High School Students?

Hi everyone! I'm really interested in law and want to get some firsthand experience. Does anyone know any law internships or opportunities that accept high school students? I'd love to get involved an …

9 months ago

Top schools that meet full financial need?

Hey there! I'm beginning to look at colleges and financial aid is a huge factor for me. Which schools are known for accepting students with full financial need and providing adequate assistance? Thank …

9 months ago

Is a 3.78 considered a good GPA?

Hey guys, I currently have a 3.78 GPA and I'm wondering if it's considered good enough for college applications. Is this a competitive GPA to have, or should I be trying to raise it even more? Thanks …

9 months ago

How do colleges view a 3 on an AP exam?

Hi everyone! I recently took an AP exam and scored a 3. How does this score look on college applications? Should I reconsider reporting it, or is a 3 typically seen as acceptable by colleges?

9 months ago

Thoughts on Schools with a Semester System vs. a Quarter System?

Hey guys, I'm starting my college search and I've noticed some colleges have a semester system while others have a quarter system. For those who have experienced both or have opinions, what do y'all t …

9 months ago

What are the minimum SAT and ACT scores for college admissions?

Hey everyone! I've been trying to figure out the minimum SAT and ACT scores that colleges might accept, but I can't find any straightforward answers. Can anyone please help me understand more about it …

9 months ago

MIT vs Stanford Comparison?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior considering applying to both MIT and Stanford. Could anyone help me compare these two schools in terms of academics, campus life, and job opportunities? I'd really appreciate …

9 months ago

Freshman-specific scholarships?

Hello! I'll be a college freshman soon, and I'm on the hunt for scholarships. Are there any scholarships specifically for freshmen that I should be aware of? Any info would be helpful, thank you!

9 months ago

Is there a National Honor Society equivalent for college students?

Quick question! I'm a high school senior, and I'm in the National Honor Society. I was wondering if there's a college equivalent of NHS that I can apply for once I start college. Does anyone have any …

9 months ago

When do Ivy decisions come out for class of 2024?

Hi everyone, I applied to a few Ivy League schools for the class of 2024. When can I expect to hear back from them with the admission decisions?

9 months ago
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