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So, I'm a new member of my school's NHS chapter, and I need to come up with some really cool project ideas that our group can work on together. Any suggestions or past projects that were successful fo …

Hey guys, I got an invitation to join NSHSS, but the fees are kind of steep for me right now. Does anyone know if there are fee waivers available, or if I qualify for a fee waiver? Thanks for helping …

After getting my ACT results, I know I need to send my scores to the colleges I'm applying to. How long does it usually take for colleges to receive the score reports after I've requested them to be s …

So, I'm a member of the National Honor Society at my school, and I wanted to know if being an active member of the NHS would have any significant impact on my college applications? Furthermore, how ca …

Hi, I've been practicing for the ACT writing section but I'm running out of prompts to practice with. Could you guys share some resources or ideas for writing prompts that you've found useful? Thanks …

Hey all! I was wondering what are some good professional development opportunities or resources specifically for high school counselors? Are there any online workshops or conferences focused on colleg …

Hey folks, I'm a high school junior interested in pursuing a career in medicine. I've heard about 7-year med programs that combine undergrad and med school. Can anyone share more about these programs …

I'm applying for an NHS scholarship and they require an essay. Does anyone have any tips or suggestions on how to make my essay stand out? What should I focus on specifically?

I'm struggling a bit with the problem-solving aspect of AP Chemistry, especially with more complex questions. Anyone got some tips or tricks to tackle them efficiently?

Hey guys, I just got a 36 on my most recent ACT, and I'm feeling pretty happy about it! I'm wondering if there are any specific scholarships I should apply for that cater to high ACT scores like mine. …

Hey there! I'm a bit confused about the difference between weighted and unweighted GPAs. Can someone please clarify the two types for me and which one should I be more concerned about when applying to …

Hi everyone! I just took the June ACT and I'm anxious about my scores. Does anyone know when they will be released? I'd like to know ASAP so I can start preparing for my next steps. Thanks for the hel …

Hi everyone! I'm applying for an NHS scholarship and I'm having a tough time writing a compelling essay. What are some good tips or suggestions for writing a great NHS scholarship essay? Any help is a …

Hey everyone, I'm currently working on my personal statement for Penn State and I'm struggling a bit. Can anyone share some successful examples or any advice they have from their experience? Thanks in …

Hi everyone! I just got my hands on the ACT Real Prep Guide and was wondering if anyone had any advice on how to make the most out of it for studying. Do you recommend any particular method to make it …

Hey everyone, I'm excited about the possibility of attending UCLA and I've heard a lot about the different residence halls. Can anyone currently attending or who has attended in the past give me a run …

Hi guys, I have an 83% average in my high school courses, and I'm trying to figure out my equivalent GPA on a 4.0 scale for college admissions. Can anyone help me with this conversion? Much appreciate …

I'm currently a junior in high school and I'm really interested in becoming a nurse practitioner. Can someone give me an overview of the steps I should take after graduating high school? Any advice wo …

Hey guys! I'm struggling with managing my time during this busy junior year. Between school, extracurriculars, and college applications, it's all a bit overwhelming. Does anyone have any effective tim …

Hi everyone! I'm a junior starting to look into colleges. Can anyone suggest some factors I should consider when deciding which colleges I should apply to? It's all a bit overwhelming, and I could use …