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Hey everyone, I've been hearing about magnet and specialized high schools that focus on specific subjects like STEM or the arts. Can someone explain how attending a specialized high school might affec …
I've grown up in traditional public schools all my life and I'm hearing a lot about alternative schools like Montessori. How do these compare in terms of preparing for college? Do colleges view applic …
I'm kind of stressing because I want to take the PSAT, but I have no clue where to do it. How do I find a nearby testing center? Do I just go to any high school or is there a specific place I need to …
I was filling out my Common App and got stumped on the 'Education Progression' part. Can someone explain how detailed this has to be? Like, if I had any interruptions or switches in my education path, …
Hey everyone! Working towards making the honor roll this year and I'm trying to set a target. What GPA do I need to aim for to get on the honor roll at most high schools?
Hey everyone, I've heard mixed things about how med schools weigh your GPA and MCAT scores. I know my GPA isn’t stellar, but I’ve been scoring pretty well on practice MCATs. Can a high MCAT score make …
Hi everyone, with application season looming, I'm feeling a bit unsure about my cumulative GPA and how it stacks up. What would be considered a 'competitive' cumulative GPA when applying to colleges, …
Hey everyone, I’m trying to plan out my college application schedule as a junior, and I’m getting a bit anxious about the Common App. How long does it usually take to fill out all the sections in the …
Hey guys, I've been going back and forth on whether or not to take the PSAT. Some of my friends are saying it's essential, but I'm not totally convinced. Can someone explain the real benefits of takin …
Hello fellow juniors and survivors of the admission process! I'm in the midst of listing my extracurriculars on the Common App and I keep second-guessing myself. Should I just list the roles and respo …
Hey guys, I'm in a couple of Honors classes this year and it's a lot tougher than I thought. How do you manage the workload and still have time for clubs/sports?
Hey everyone, just curious how one goes about taking college courses while still in high school. Is there a particular process I should follow, or specific programs I need to look out for? Really eage …
Stressing out a bit here... Do some colleges want to see every SAT score I've ever gotten? How do I find out which ones, so I can figure out if I should retake it or not?
Been thinking of taking a construction class as an elective next year. I'm interested, but I'm also wondering if doing hands-on projects would look good on my college applications? It's not really rel …
How valuable are honors societies like the National Honor Society or the National Technical Honor Society in college apps? Are they worth the time and effort or just 'resume fillers'? Trying to decide …
Hey everyone, as I'm planning out my junior year schedule, I'm curious about the role of social science classes. How significant are they in the college admissions process, especially if I'm intereste …
Hi folks, I'm in the process of listing my extracurricular activities for my applications, and I'm a bit stuck. I've got a variety of interests from sports teams to volunteering, plus some clubs at sc …
Has anyone here taken the CLEP exam for English? I'm generally good at English courses, but I don't want to underestimate the exam. What should I focus on the most while studying? Are there any specif …
Hi pals, I’m currently a junior swamped with APs and extracurriculars. Could anyone suggest some effective study apps that have helped them stay organized and on top of their game?
So, I'm a bit tied up trying to figure out the application process for different schools. Does anyone know if SDSU (San Diego State University) uses the Common App or should I look for another applica …