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I've heard a lot about how some colleges are really into a particular sport, and I can't help but wonder, does this really shape the campus culture? For schools known for, say a particular team or spo …
Hey guys, I'm a bit stressed about next year's schedule. I really want to get into AP classes to boost my college app but my school has prerequisites. Anyone have tips on how to convince the counselor …
So I've heard about dual enrollment classes being an option in high school and that they have some college credit attached? Can anyone walk me through this - like what are the benefits, and how can ta …
Calling all Huskies! I'm putting together my college list and Northeastern's caught my eye, but I want to go beyond just the stats and rankings. Does anyone know some fun facts or cool traditions at N …
Getting pretty stressed over here. I'm trying to fill out my college apps, and they're asking for my final high school GPA. Is there a standard way to calculate it, or does it vary by school? I want t …
I've heard different things about applying to Harvard – some say it's through the Common App, others mention a separate application portal. Can someone clarify this for me? I'm trying to plan my appli …
A bit stressed here because I just got my first 'C' in a class, and I'm worried about how this will affect my GPA. I'm aiming for colleges with competitive admissions, and I need to know if this slip- …
Hey everyone! I'm in the dark about Stanford's likely letter process for the 2023 cycle. Can someone explain what they signify and, if you've received one, when you got it? Also, does Stanford send th …
I'm digging into various colleges and Butler University caught my eye. I've heard bits and pieces about their programs, but can anyone share insights on what academic strengths or specific majors Butl …
Hey guys, just wondering if anybody knows exactly when one should take the PSAT if aiming for the National Merit Scholarship. Is it junior year, or should we be doing something sophomore year too?
Hey folks, I'm a bit worried here. I'm considering taking a CLEP exam to get some college credits out of the way. My question is, if I don't do well and fail, will colleges see this? Also, how does fa …
So, I was checking out my class options and saw some that were labeled as 'UC-approved honors'. I'm not in California, but I was wondering, do these classes have extra weight or look better on my appl …
I hear a lot about 'less is more,' but when it comes to the college essay, I'm not sure. Is it better to use up all 650 words to fully express my story, or should I aim for brevity and stick to a shor …
I've got some state-level athletic awards I want to include in my app but can't seem to find the Awards section on the Common App. Can someone tell me where to input this info? Or is it supposed to go …
Junior here trying to plan out my senior year. My high school offers an engineering class and I'm thinking of majoring in engineering. Is it worth taking this class, or should I focus on more traditio …
Hey everyone, just got an interview email from one of my top schools and I'm kind of freaking out. Not really sure how to strike the right tone in my response. Any tips or templates you guys could rec …
Okay, let's talk money. I know we have to fill out whether we're seeking need-based financial aid on the Common App. I'm in need, but I’m worried that saying 'yes' might affect my chances of admission …
Okay, so my school offers different class levels (regular, honors, AP/IB). How much does this actually matter in college apps? I'm trying to balance my GPA with a rigorous schedule that doesn’t comple …
Okay, so I'm seriously considering a career in law and I want to know what classes I should take during the rest of my high school years to really prepare for undergrad pre-law tracks. Any suggestions …
With all these changes to test-optional policies, I'm wondering—is the SAT still a must for a majority of colleges, or has the landscape really changed? How should I take these changes into account wh …