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Due to some scheduling conflicts, I'm thinking about taking a few high school classes online. Will colleges view these accredited online high school classes the same as in-person ones, or is there a s …
I’ve got Richmond on my list because of its strong liberal arts curriculum and the leadership opportunities, but I need to expand my list with similar options. What are other liberal arts colleges tha …
I've been doing some research and am really impressed with Brandeis' commitment to social justice and activism. I'm working on expanding my list, so what other universities should I look into that hav …
I'm thinking about signing up for some honors classes next year, but I'm a little on the fence. Would love to hear from anyone who’s taken them before. What are the real benefits and downsides? Are th …
Feeling a bit anxious as I figure out my senior schedule. Ever since I've volunteered at a local clinic, I've been inspired to pursue a career in the medical field. Which high school classes would be …
Hey folks, I'm curious about San Diego State University. Can anyone share what the general vibes are or what it's most recognized for academically or socially?
Okay so, I've taken the ACT and got a 35 which is great but not perfect. I’m keen on applying to some Ivies and top-tier engineering programs. Given the perfectionist nature of these places, should I …
I'm thinking ahead to college and I know I want to go down the pre-med route. My high school offers a biomed class. Would taking this class help my application if I’m aiming for a strong pre-med progr …
Could anyone discuss the real benefits of taking honors classes during high school? I'm focusing on building a strong application and want to know if stacking up on honors courses is truly seen as a p …
Hey folks, I've been involved in high school powerlifting and I'm wondering how colleges view this sport. Do they consider it a unique extracurricular, and does competing in different weight classes h …
Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior and I've been in a Montessori school my whole life. I'm starting to get into the whole college admissions process and I’m wondering, how well does a Montessori edu …
So, at some schools, it seems like everyone who applies gets into NHS. Is it actually selective, or is it more about meeting the baseline criteria?
Hey folks, just wondering if taking AP history classes in high school is truly valuable for college admissions? I'm passionate about history but also want to make sure I’m allocating my time effective …
In a bit of a dilemma here – I'm a junior deciding on classes for senior year and I'm targeting business programs. Would taking a Marketing class be seen as a strong move for someone interested in Bus …
Working on financial aid applications is pretty overwhelming. I've heard about this IDOC service, but I'm not exactly sure what it is and whether most colleges require it. Could someone who's been thr …
I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with making sure I have everything I need for PSAT day. Can someone give me a rundown of must-have items for the test? I don't want to forget something important. Thanks!
I'm stressing a little about my schedule for next year. Do colleges care about AP classes that much? Will taking a bunch of APs improve my chances of getting into a top college, or should I focus on m …
Hey friends! I've heard about the National Collegiate Honor Society and I'm kind of curious. Is it something I can get involved with now as a high schooler or is it exclusively for college students? W …
Elmira College has popped up a few times during my college research and I'm interested to know what their academic highlights are. Is there something that Elmira is particularly well-regarded for? Any …
Feeling a bit stressed here. I'm mapping out my math courses for the rest of high school, and I’m wondering if I'm on the right track. What math classes did you guys take each year, and do colleges ex …