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Hi all, I'm in the process of figuring out my college funding and I'm looking for scholarships or programs targeted at African American students that are similar to what TMCF offers. I want to make su …
Hey everyone, I'm super confused about how the AP exams are scored. For example, what percentage of correct answers typically corresponds to a score of 2? Trying to set some realistic goals for myself …
Hola, classmates! I've been doing okay with the multiple-choice portion of the AP Spanish practice exams, but I'm struggling with the speaking part. Any tips on how to practice effectively? Bonus if y …
Heard some friends talking about taking mock AP exams and I'm just sitting here confused. Are they different from practice tests in review books? Where do you even get them? Would they help a lot for …
Gallaudet University is unique for its services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. I'd love to learn about other schools that are also accessible and provide strong programs for students like me?
Hi friends, I'm diving into the essay writing phase and I'm kinda stressed. Does anyone have insights on what admissions officers are really looking for in a college essay? How do I make mine stand ou …
Hey everyone, just starting to brainstorm for my essays and I’m wondering: how unique or specific do my essay topics need to be to stand out? I know they say to be unique, but is writing about a major …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior starting to prep for my college applications, and I'm kinda curious about how much weight essays carry in the decision-making process. Does a stellar essay have the power to …
Just stumbled upon Salisbury and it seems like a solid school, but I'm trying to cast a wide net. Can anyone recommend other colleges that are similar to Salisbury in terms of their commitment to stro …
So, I'm putting together my college list and I'm a bit confused about the essay requirements. Can someone clarify if all colleges need an essay for the application, or are there some that don't requir …
In a bit of a dilemma here. There's an AP subject I'm really into but my school doesn’t offer the class. Is self-studying for the AP exam a good idea or is it a recipe for stress? Has anyone done it b …
I'm aiming for some prestigious scholarships and they love seeing 5s on AP exams. For those who've snagged a 5, how hard did you have to grind? Any advice on balancing prep with other responsibilities …
I'm kind of set on Manhattan College because of its engineering program, but I wanna keep my eyes open. Any suggestions for colleges that are on the same level, particularly in civil engineering, and …
I'm trying to plan out how I'm going to tackle each section of the PSAT, but I'm not quite sure about the total number of questions. Does anyone know how many questions are on the PSAT and how they're …
I'm taking AP Art History and let's just say it's a lot more content than I anticipated. For anyone who's taken it, how did you study for the AP Art History exam, and are there specific resources or s …
I'm crunching to balance my extracurriculars, AP classes, and SAT prep. I'm questioning the value of AP exams in the admissions process—do good scores really make a big difference on college apps or a …
Every college asks 'why us?', but how do I answer that in a way that’s unique and personal without just regurgitating the same stuff everyone else says or what's on the college's website?
Starting to budget my expenses for senior year and just realized I don't actually know—do students usually pay for their own AP exams, or does the school cover it?
I’m a freshman and I'm seeing a lot of sophomores and juniors preparing for the PSAT. Should I be taking it this early too? What's the normal practice for freshmen regarding this test?
Just out of curiosity, does anyone know when and how we get to see our AP exam scores? I've heard that they're released at different times depending on where you live, and I'm a bit stressed about how …