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Hello everyone! As a junior prepping for college apps, I'm kinda puzzled about how to report my SAT scores through the Common App. I've taken the SAT multiple times and want to superscore them to maxi …
I've heard a lot about honors programs at colleges. Can anyone tell me what the actual benefits are of taking honors classes in college? Are they worth the extra effort in terms of opportunities or po …
Hey everyone, junior here trying to figure out what's best for college apps. I'm at a traditional high school with a decent social studies program, but I'm wondering—does it look better for admissions …
As a sophomore wondering about testing, who typically takes the PSAT? Is it just juniors or can underclassmen take it too? How do schools decide who gets to take it?
Hey folks! I'm looking to potentially switch to an online high school for senior year. My current school’s selection of AP courses is limited. What are some of the best online high schools that provid …
With all the changes recently, I’m a little lost. Are colleges still asking for SAT scores? I know some have gone test-optional, but is that like a universal thing now, or are there still a bunch that …
Hey everyone, I'm trying to plan out my junior and senior year schedules and I'm wondering about the AP credits. If I take AP classes now, are they guaranteed to count for college credit, or does it d …
Okay, so I just got the application for National Honor Society at my school and I'm kinda stressed about the essay part. Can anyone share tips or things I should definitely include in my NHS essay? I …
Rising senior here feeling the heat. I've got my eye on Tulane and I'm wondering what programs or aspects of student life set it apart from other schools? Like, what's the one thing that everyone asso …
Hey folks, I’m currently a junior and thinking about trying out for the high school tennis team. What does the tryout process usually involve? Are there specific things coaches look for, and how can I …
I’m on the fence about getting a class ring. Do students still buy these, and is it worth it for the memories or just an unnecessary expense?
I've got the chance to take some college-level courses at my local community college while still in high school. For those who have been there, done that, how did colleges you applied to react to that …
Hi friends! Junior here getting a head start on understanding the college admissions process. I'm just wondering what a high school transcript typically includes? I know it's supposed to have grades, …
Things are getting kinda rough this semester and I'm considering dropping a class. Will this look bad on my transcript when I apply to colleges? How do admissions officers view a dropped class, especi …
Hey fam, I'm planning my college list and I'm curious – are there colleges in New Jersey that don't have a COVID vaccine mandate for new students? I want to make sure I know all the health requirement …
Hey everyone! I'm super into Brown's open curriculum and the laid-back, yet intellectually vibrant culture. Are there other colleges that students have found to have a similar vibe or approach to educ …
So I’m a junior and was wondering about elective courses in high school. Should I be trying to show a wide range of interests with my electives, or is it better to focus on electives that align more w …
Junior here, doing some research on potential colleges. I came across the University of Utah, but I'm not sure about their flagship programs. What major or department should I be looking at that's a s …
I've heard that NHS has strict requirements, but it's all a bit vague when people talk about it in the hallways. Can someone list out what the actual requirements are for the National Honor Society? G …
Hi! As someone considering a pre-med track, does it make sense to take online medical classes now in high school? Will it strengthen my application or should I focus on getting more traditional scienc …