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Deserving a Scholarship: How to Explain?

Hey everyone, I'm applying for some scholarships, and I'm having a hard time figuring out how to express why I deserve the scholarship in my essays. Could you guys give me some tips on how to articula …

9 months ago

Retake SAT or ACT?

I've taken both the SAT and ACT, but I'm not quite satisfied with either of my scores. Should I retake one of them? How do I decide which test to focus on when retaking?

9 months ago

Taking the SAT or ACT in 7th grade?

I've heard about some students taking the SAT or ACT in 7th grade. Is this really a thing, and if so, could someone explain the benefits of doing this? I'm curious to know if this could help me down t …

9 months ago

Is Neuroscience a good major for med school?

I'm interested in studying neuroscience, but I'm also considering medical school in the future. Is a neuroscience major a good choice for getting into med school, or should I pick a different major li …

9 months ago

IB Math SL/HL study resources?

Hi everyone, I'm starting the IB Diploma and I want to know which study resources are the most helpful for IB Math SL and HL. Any recommendations for textbooks, websites or anything else that helped y …

9 months ago

Explaining Why I Deserve a Scholarship?

Hey everyone! I'm applying for scholarships and I came across a question asking why I deserve the scholarship. I'm finding it difficult to express my thoughts in an earnest and convincing manner. How …

9 months ago

Difficulty of AP Comp Sci Principles?

I'm considering taking AP Computer Science Principles next year. How easy or difficult have you found the class? What's the workload like, and would you recommend it?

9 months ago

Pharmacy school curriculum?

Hi all, I'm interested in potentially pursuing a career in pharmacy. Can anyone share what you typically learn in pharmacy school? Any insights would be appreciated!

9 months ago

Ways to Show Leadership in School

Hey everyone! I've been trying to get more involved in my school and show leadership, but I'm not sure how. What are some ways to show leadership besides getting elected for a student council position …

9 months ago

Solutions for having no extracurricular activities?

I'm currently a junior and I'm worried that my lack of extracurricular activities will hurt me in the college application process. Are there any solutions or suggestions for what I can do now to impro …

9 months ago

When should I start prepping for ACT and SAT?

Hey y'all, I'm curious about the timeline for taking the SAT and ACT. When would be the best time to start studying and when should I plan to take the tests?

9 months ago

What's the average American high school GPA?

Hey, I'm just wondering about what the average GPA is for American high school students. This would help me understand where I stand compared to my peers and what I should aim for.

9 months ago

Getting a Copy of High School Diploma

Hey everyone, quick question: How can I get a copy of my high school diploma? I graduated a while back and can't find the original anywhere. Any help would be appreciated, thank you!

9 months ago

Ideas for starting a medical club in high school?

Hey fellow students! I'm a junior and passionate about pursuing medicine in the future. I want to start a medical club at my school to bring together students with similar interests. Any ideas or reco …

9 months ago

Exploring STEM Careers

Hey! I'm considering a career in the STEM field but I'm honestly not sure what's out there or what I'd enjoy the most. Does anyone have any advice on exploring STEM careers or any resources that could …

9 months ago

ACT to SAT Conversion: What's a 17 ACT score equivalent to in SAT?

Hi everyone! I've got a 17 on my ACT, and I'm wondering what it would be equivalent to in the SAT scoring system. I've seen different conversion charts online, so I'm a bit confused. Can anyone help m …

9 months ago

Easiest AP class to take?

Hey, I'm trying to figure out my schedule for next year and wanna know what the easiest AP class is. I wanna challenge myself but I'd like to start with something not too overwhelming! Any suggestions …

9 months ago

Pursuing a Full Ride Scholarship

What's up, folks? I'm really stressing about college tuition, and I'm determined to get a full ride scholarship. Could anyone provide me with some solid advice or insight on how to get one? I'd really …

9 months ago

Paying for college - any advice?

Ok, so I'm starting to get stressed about the cost of college. I know there are things like scholarships, grants, and financial aid, but what kind of strategies have you guys used to pay for college, …

9 months ago

Applying to top art schools, need advice!

Art is my passion, and I'm looking to apply to some top art schools. How can I make my portfolio and application stand out to admissions officers? Any tips or insights would be fantastic!

9 months ago
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