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Hey guys, I'm taking a few AP classes this year, and I want to make sure I do well on the exams. What are your favorite study resources and strategies for AP exam prep? I'm a little bit stressed, so a …

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Hello! I'm a junior in high school and I'll need to start asking for letters of recommendation soon. I'm not sure how to go about choosing the right teachers or how to ask them. Does anyone have any t …

Hello all! I'm a high school junior and I'm considering applying Early Decision to a couple of colleges. Is it possible to apply to more than one college ED, or am I limited to just one? Thanks for yo …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and I'm a bit worried about my GPA. It's not as high as I'd like it to be, and I'm concerned about how it will affect my college applications. How do colleges evaluate applic …

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Hey guys! I'm a junior and want to get a head start on my college applications, but I'm not sure when the best time to start would be. Should I start working on them now, or wait until the summer befo …

Hello! I'm a junior and I'm starting to brainstorm ideas for my college essay. I have a few ideas, but I'm not sure which one to go with. How do I choose the right essay topic? What should I consider …

Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I'm wondering if taking AP classes is necessary for getting into a good college. I'm taking a few honors classes, but I'm not sure if I should also try to take some AP cour …

Hey there! I'm a junior, and I've been hearing about demonstrated interest in the college admissions process. How important is it, and what are some ways I can show my interest in a college? Thanks fo …

Hi guys! I'm a junior and I've taken the SAT once, but I wasn't happy with my score. What are some tips for improving my standardized test scores, and how can I best prepare for my next attempt? Any r …

Hi there! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to work on my college applications. If I submit my application and later want to add additional materials (like an updated resume or new awards), is that possi …

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Hello! I'm a junior, and I'm starting to research colleges to find the best fit for me. There are so many options, and I'm not sure where to start or what to look for. Can anyone give me some tips on …

Hi there! I'm a junior, and I'm wondering if taking a foreign language in high school is necessary for college admissions. Can anyone give me some insight on this? I'd really appreciate it!

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm worried that my extracurricular involvement might be lacking compared to other applicants. I've been involved in a few clubs and activities, but I haven …