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Hey friends! So I was just curious about the difference between salutatorian and valedictorian. How do schools typically determine who gets these titles, and do they really matter for college admissio …
Hey everyone, I'm applying to Stanford and I'm clueless about the FAFSA deadline. Does Stanford have a specific deadline for submitting the FAFSA? Also, any tips or guidance on filling out the FAFSA c …
Hi! I want to join some new after-school clubs to beef up my extracurricular activities, but I'm not sure where to look. Can anyone recommend any websites or resources for finding clubs near me? Thank …
Hey all, I'm kinda stressed about the upcoming October 1st SAT. What should I absolutely make sure to review before the test? Also, any thoughts on how the curve might look for this particular test da …
I want to get involved in my local community! What are some popular clubs or organizations I can join as a high school student?
I'm really into creative writing and want to build up my writing portfolio before applying to colleges. Could someone please suggest some well-known or prestigious writing competitions that I can ente …
Hey, so I'm trying to figure out my GPA, but I'm not entirely sure how to go about converting my letter grades per semester into a 4.0 scale. My school doesn't provide a 4.0 GPA calculator, so I was w …
Hey folks! I'm thinking about following a pre-med track in college. Can anyone share what the general class requirements are for pre-med students and any advice for managing the course load? Your help …
I'm interested in studying neurology, but I'm not sure which schools have strong neurology programs. Also, what kind of careers can I pursue with a neurology major?
Hello everyone! I have to write an essay about overcoming challenges, but I'm having trouble thinking of some real-life examples. Can you guys share some examples that I could potentially use as inspi …
Hey guys! I'm taking AP Lit this year, and I would love some advice on how to approach the prose essay section of the exam. What are some strategies that you guys have found helpful and what should I …
Hey, fellow Juniors! I was wondering if any experienced AP Lang students could provide tips on writing a strong synthesis essay for the exam. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance …
Hey there! I've been searching for information about the predicted PSAT National Merit Cutoff for my year. I'm a junior and will be applying to colleges in 2024. Does anyone have any insights on what …
Hey y'all! I keep reading about the importance of extracurricular activities for college applications. Can someone explain what they are and why I need to get involved? Thanks in advance!
I'm starting to work on my college applications, and I'm really interested in Johns Hopkins. Does anyone know what their current essay prompts are? I just want to get a head start on brainstorming ide …
Hey guys! I just got my PSAT 8/9 scores back, and I'm a bit confused about the percentiles. Can anyone help me understand what they mean, and how it can be useful for me in terms of future test prep?
I recently received an invitation to join the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). What benefits does being a member of this organization offer, and is it worth joining? Does it stand out …
How's it going, everyone? I've heard a lot about academic honor societies during high school, like the National Honor Society or subject-specific societies. How do these organizations work, and how ca …
Hi there! I've been considering joining my school's Science Olympiad team and was wondering how much it would help with college applications. Will participating in Science Olympiad look good to colleg …
Hey guys, I'm a bit confused about how to identify and discuss a text's rhetorical situation for my AP Lang assignments. Can someone please explain what a rhetorical situation is and what components I …