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Are FLVS honors classes recognized by top colleges?

Hey everyone! I'm planning out my junior year schedule and I'm considering taking some honors classes through FLVS (Florida Virtual School). Will taking these courses through an online platform affect …

11 months ago

How do you know which high school classes are weighted?

Hey guys, Im kind of confused about how the whole weighting system works for certain classes in high school. Can someone explain how to figure out which classes are actually weighted and how this affe …

11 months ago

Online business courses for high school students?

Hey everyone, junior here getting into the college grind. I've got a strong interest in business and entrepreneurship, and I'm wondering if there are any legit online business courses that I, as a hig …

11 months ago

What are some women's colleges like Barnard for a liberal arts education?

Hi, I’m kind of enamored with Barnard College because of its focus on women’s education and liberal arts. As a junior starting to build my college list, can someone suggest more colleges that offer a …

11 months ago

What High School Classes Would Benefit an Aspiring Dentist?

I'm currently a high school junior interested in going into dentistry. What high school classes should I be taking to make sure I'm on the right path? Are there any particular courses that dental scho …

11 months ago

Understanding NC State's Reputation

Hi friends, I've been seeing North Carolina State University pop up a lot in my recommendations. Could anyone shed some light on what makes NC State stand out? Are there specific academic fields or ex …

11 months ago

Taking online PE for high school credit—yay or nay?

Hey people! I'm pretty tight on my class schedule and was wondering if it's looked down upon if I take my PE credit online? Has anyone done this, and did you face any issues when applying to colleges?

11 months ago

What sorts of activities do you get to do in National Honors Society?

Yo, I’m thinking about joining the National Honors Society at my school but kind of want to get a sense of what I’m signing up for. What kinds of stuff do members actually do? Is it all just community …

11 months ago

Is learning a foreign language mandatory in college?

I've been taking Spanish all through high school because I heard colleges like it, but I'm curious if I have to keep going with it in college? Are foreign language classes a must in higher-ed, or does …

11 months ago

How crucial are interviews in the college admissions process?

Hi guys, just a bit stressed here thinking about interviews. I've got some solid extracurriculars and my grades are pretty good, but I'm kinda nervous about interviews. How much do they actually impac …

11 months ago

PSAT 10 Scoring system?

Hi guys, I’m a bit confused about the PSAT 10 scoring system. How much is it out of, and how is it different from the regular PSAT/NMSQT? Also, do colleges see these scores, or is it purely for practi …

11 months ago

What’s the deal with high school science class requirements for pre-med track?

Future doctor in the making here! I want to make sure I'm on the right track for pre-med in college. What kind of science classes should I be taking in high school to prepare? Are there any that are s …

11 months ago

Correlation between PSAT and SAT scores

Hey everyone, I've been wondering, how does the PSAT score usually correlate with the SAT? I'm trying to set a target SAT score based on my PSAT results and any insights would be super helpful!

11 months ago

How does Georgetown's academic reputation affect admissions competitiveness?

Hey everyone! As a junior starting to think seriously about applications, I'm trying to understand better how a university's academic strengths play into the admissions process. Specifically, Georgeto …

11 months ago

AP Science Classes in High School: Worth the Stress?

Hey everyone! I'm trying to plan out my junior year schedule and considering taking multiple AP science classes. Is it really worth the added stress, or should I focus on just one and do really well? …

11 months ago

High school film classes - are they worth it?

Has anyone taken a film class as one of their electives in high school? I'm considering it, but I want to make sure it’s a good use of my time, especially considering college applications. Would love …

11 months ago

Temple University: How's student life there?

Temple Owls, I need your input! I'm really interested in Temple University and I've heard it's quite diverse, but what about the actual student experience? Do people generally feel included and is the …

11 months ago

Are high school mechanic classes beneficial for getting into an engineering program?

I have the option to take mechanic classes at my high school as part of a vocational track. I'm interested in engineering for college, so will these classes be seen as relevant by admissions, or shoul …

11 months ago

How critical is the PSAT for a high school freshman?

So, I'm a freshman and I have the opportunity to take the PSAT. I know it's way early, but I'm curious if taking it now would be beneficial in any way? Does it give me a leg up on preparation, or is i …

11 months ago

Do colleges value elective classes like cooking in high school?

Hey, does anyone know if taking unique electives like a cooking class during high school is seen as a plus by admissions? I'm really into culinary arts and took cooking all this year. Do those courses …

11 months ago
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