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Hey team, I have to work on a major argument research paper this semester, and I'm kind of blanking on strong topics. What are some compelling research questions or fields I should consider that would …
I just took the PSAT as a freshman and I’m trying to set a benchmark for myself. What score range should I be aiming for in 9th grade to be competitive down the line?
My little sister is in middle school and she’s already thinking about getting into a competitive high school. What are some summer programs that would give her an edge in her applications?
Hey everyone, I'm a junior getting a head start on my college essays and I'm kinda losing my mind over the Amherst supplement. Can anyone share tips on how to approach it or what the admission officer …
I'm a bit confused about the calculator policy for the AP CSP exam. Are we allowed to use calculators, and if so, does anyone have any recommendations on which ones are best for this exam?
Hey friends! I need to pick a topic for my argumentative essay that would engage a college audience but feeling uninspired. What are some of the topics students have found most interesting or provocat …
Just a quick question, how long is the AP Physics 1 exam? I'm trying to figure out how I’m going to manage my time on test day, and I can’t find the length anywhere. Gotta make sure I pace myself corr …
So I just got my cumulative average calculated and it's sitting at an 89. I'm trying to convert this to the 4.0 GPA scale for the colleges I'm applying to, but it's a little confusing.
Could someone e …
Hey guys, I've been looking into colleges and I keep seeing graduation rates mentioned. How important are graduation rates when deciding on a university? Do they reflect on the quality of the school?
Hey guys, I've been working on my art portfolio and thinking about how to make it stand out for college applications. Does anyone have suggestions for unique art competition themes or ideas suitable f …
Art kids, I need your help! I'm taking AP Art next year and I'm a bit confused about how the scoring works since it's portfolio-based. Can someone explain the process? How do you even study for this?
Hey, I'm thinking about signing up for AP Physics next year, but I'm not sure what math skills I need beforehand? What are the prerequisites or concepts I should definitely understand before starting …
Hey everyone, feeling a bit confused here. How exactly does the GPA converter work when applying to colleges? I'm trying to figure out how my grades translate into the 4.0 scale that colleges often re …
I've got a huge interest in Classics and I'm trying to figure out which HBCUs offer the best programs in this field. Does anyone have pointers on where I should be looking? Any advice would help take …
I’ve heard some people mentioning ways to get AP scores early but is that even possible? Or is it even allowed? The anticipation is killing me, and I just want to know how I did!
I want to level up my reading list to get ready for college-level thinking. What are some must-read books that you’d recommend for a high school student wanting to impress in college essays and interv …
Hey everyone, navigating through junior year and trying to keep my head above water with these classes. I've been trying to figure out - do colleges care more about weighted GPA because it shows the r …
Hey! I’m looking for good books to help me study for the SAT. Has anyone got recommendations for books that significantly helped with their studying, and possibly even boosted their score?
A bit unsure about the differences between BA and BS degrees. Does it affect what classes I'll be taking and my job prospects after college, or is it just the title that's different?
Hey everyone! I'm seriously considering majoring in economics but I want to make sure that there are good job prospects after I graduate. Could anyone share what some of the best paying jobs are for e …