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Hi peeps! My school is using Naviance for college selection and planning. Has anyone used it before? How helpful is it in guiding you through the college search process? Also, how effectively does it …
Hey y'all, I'm a female high school senior who's planning to enter a STEM field. Does anyone know any STEM-related scholarships specifically for women? Thanks in advance!
Hello! I'm a student athlete, and I've been struggling to balance school, sports, and SAT prep. Are there any specific tips or strategies for athletes like me when it comes to SAT prep? Thanks in adva …
I might be registering for an Earth Science class soon, and I'd like to know if it's generally viewed as a demanding class. What's the workload like, and how tough is it to study for?
What's up, guys? I'm starting my college search and I'm wondering if in-state colleges are a good option. Are there any advantages or disadvantages I should consider? Let me know what you think!
I'm about to start working on my personal statement for college apps, and I could really use some guidance. Are there any great personal statement examples from successful college applicants that I sh …
Hi there! I'm applying to Penn State and I'm having a bit of trouble with their essay prompts. Can anyone who's successfully applied or is a current student give me some advice or tips for approaching …
Does anyone know how the PSAT scores will convert to SAT scores? Are there any charts or articles explaining the conversion process? Thanks for the help!
Hi all! I'm starting to work on my Penn supplemental essay and I'm not sure what angle to take. What are some things that make a successful Penn supplement? Any tips from someone who got in would be a …
Hey guys, I'm starting my college search, and while I know Ivy League schools are really prestigious, I'm wondering what some of the best non-Ivy League schools are? I'm looking for schools with stron …
I'm finding some of the hardest ACT Science questions pretty difficult to handle. What strategies do you guys use to approach these tough questions effectively? Any advice or resources you could share …
I have to work on a personal narrative assignment for my high school English class, but I'm stumped. Anyone have any interesting personal narrative ideas or topics that worked well for you in high sch …
Hi everyone, I'm really into writing poetry and I want to start submitting my work to competitions to potentially get some recognition and beef up my resume. Do you know any good poetry competitions f …
I'm a high school junior and my current GPA is 3.0. Is this an acceptable GPA for getting into college? Are there any specifics colleges that would accept this GPA? Any advice or thoughts are welcome!
How does being a recruited athlete affect one's college application? How do coaches identify potential recruits, and when should I start reaching out to them if interested? I've heard it can make a si …
Hi! I'm considering SAT/ACT tutoring since I'm not happy with my current scores. Can some who've gone through tutoring sessions share what tutors actually do during the session? Will they be worth my …
Hey everyone! I just stumbled across something called Penn Academies while researching the University of Pennsylvania. Can anyone who's familiar with it explain to me what they are and their benefits? …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I've been really interested in majoring in neuroscience. Could you guys share any information about career prospects and opportunities in the field? I want to get a bette …
Hi guys, I'm interested in finding some math programs for high schoolers to improve my skills and boost my college application. Any recommendations for programs or extracurriculars related to math? Th …
I've heard that the PSAT has a new format. Can anyone give me a quick rundown on what's changed and any recommendations for study materials or resources to help understand it better? Thanks!