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SOS! Does anyone have solid advice on what format to use for the college essays? I've got my content down but I’m stuck on whether there's a preferred structure or style. Should I be using headers, or …

Ugh, guys, I’m in a slight panic mode here. My cousin's wedding might be on the same day as my AP World History exam. So, exactly how long is the AP World exam, including breaks? Need to figure out if …

I'm starting to outline my college essay and wondering if anyone's got tips on how to structure it. Should it be like a story, or more of a traditional essay setup? How do you transition from the intr …

Yo, so I'm starting to prep for my AP Psyche exam and I've got a question for y'all - how many questions are on the AP Psychology exam? Just trying to get a sense of what I’m diving into and to figure …

Quick question, folks! I’m heavily involved in robotics club in my high school and I want to continue this in college. How did you find out if the colleges you applied to had similar activities or clu …

With AP exams less than a month away, I'm getting a little stressed about fitting in all my studying. I'm taking a couple of APs and need some efficient strategies for cramming. Does anyone have exper …

FGCU has caught my eye—their environmental focus and proximity to the water is awesome. Can someone suggest universities that offer a similar experience, both environmentally and academically?

I'm going into my senior year, and I want to make sure I strike a good balance between having fun and staying focused on academics. For those of you who felt like you had a really fulfilling senior ye …

So, with all these dates floating around for different AP exams, I've totally lost track of when the AP Bio exam is happening this year. Can someone help me out? I need to balance my prep time between …

Hello folks! Just curious, we always talk about getting a 4 or a 5, but is a score of 3 on an AP exam considered good? Do colleges care if you get a 3 or is it just 'passing'? Any insight would be gre …

Junior here, freaking out a little because AP exams are in a few months and I gotta get a good score on my AP Calc AB exam. Does anyone have any study strategies or resources that really helped them n …

Hey everyone! I'm kind of stressing about my applications and I've been wondering, can a mind-blowing college essay be the golden ticket into a school even if my extracurriculars and grades are just a …

Ok peeps, here's where I'm at: I found this perfect quote that really captures the vibe of what I want to write about in my college essay, and honestly, it kinda inspired the whole thing. Should I kic …

Hey guys, I'm currently a junior and starting to look at potential colleges. Towson University has caught my eye, and I'm curious, what does the typical accepted student profile look like there? Are t …

As much as I admire Duke for its academic rigor and prestige, I want to have options. What are some other colleges that are known for their strong undergraduate programs and research opportunities?

Due to some family circumstances, I might have to transfer schools for senior year. Honestly, is this a bad idea? How might it impact my college applications, and what should I be aware of when adjust …

Hello friends! Vanderbilt is one of my top choices but I'm not sure if my GPA is what they’re looking for. Does anyone have the inside scoop on what GPA Vandy's admissions officers are really looking …

Hi friends, I'm really interested in schools where undergrad teaching is a top priority, kinda like at Carthage College. Where can I find a similar small college vibe that's big on personalized instru …

Stats wizards, I need your guidance! How is the AP Stats exam structured, and what kind of questions should I expect? Is there a good balance between multiple-choice and free-response, or should I pre …

Hey folks, just a bit stressed here trying to figure out financial aid. Is there any form similar to the FAFSA that I need to fill out in order to apply for financial aid at colleges? I know about the …