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Hi guys, I'm a junior with dreams of becoming a doctor someday. What courses or extracurriculars should I focus on during my remaining high school years to help prepare myself for a pre-med track in c …
I often hear people talking about their coursework at school, but I'm not sure what it exactly means. Can someone please explain what course work is and how it's different from other school-related wo …
Has anyone here participated in the Foundation for Teaching Economics summer program? Is it a good opportunity for high school students interested in economics? I'd love to hear your thoughts and expe …
Hi all! I was wondering if it's a good idea to take pre-calc over the summer to get ahead in math courses. Has anyone done this before, and if so, do you have any suggestions on how to make it a succe …
Hi there! I've been hearing a lot about GPA during the college application process. Can anyone explain the standard GPA scale and how it works? I'm kinda confused about the difference between weighted …
Hello, Californians! Can anyone recommend some unique and engaging summer programs in California for high school students? I'm interested in both academic and extracurricular opportunities. Thanks a b …
Hello everyone! I'm in the class of 2024 and I'm curious about the most recent ACT percentiles. Does anyone have an updated list or know where I can find one online? Thanks!
Hey everyone, I'm a bit confused about the Common App essay word limit. Can someone please clarify how many words we're allowed? I don't want to write too much and have to cut back later.
Hey guys, my twin and I are going to be applying to college soon and we're interested in finding scholarships specifically for twins. Does anyone know if there are any scholarships out there just for …
Hey, I'm planning on applying to the NYLF Engineering program at George Mason University. Does anyone have any experiences or insights with the program? How was it overall, and what kind of opportunit …
Hey everyone! I've been looking for colleges that offer flexible curriculums so that I can explore my interests while I'm in school. Does anyone have any recommendations for colleges that have the mos …
Hey! Does anyone have any tried-and-true tips for writing strong essays in the AP Lit Exam? Any help would be appreciated!
Hey everyone, I'm planning on taking the AP Environmental Science exam this year. Does anyone know how long the test is? Also, is there anything I should specifically be prepared for in terms of quest …
Hey everyone! I'm studying for the BC Calculus exam this year, and I'm in need of some solid practice problems to really nail down the concepts. What're some of the best resources to find these proble …
I've just started thinking about college math requirements, and I'm curious if pre-calc is usually required in college. If I've already taken it in high school, do I have to take it again in college o …
I'm working on my Dartmouth application, and I'm a bit stumped on the supplemental essays. Does anyone have any examples or advice that could help me in figuring out how to approach them? Thank y'all …
Hey guys! I'm a junior, and I was wondering if someone could clarify the difference between a salutatorian and a valedictorian. How do schools determine who gets these titles? Thanks for the help!
I'm a junior interested in applying to the BS/MD program at Case Western Reserve University. Can someone explain the benefits of this program compared to a traditional pre-med path? Also, what are the …
Hi guys! I've been practicing for my AP Calculus AB test, and I'm specifically looking for more free response problems. Do you know any sources where I can find some good ones? Thanks in advance!
Hey everyone, I know some colleges require mid-year reports with updated grades and whatnot. Do UC schools also require mid-year reports, or do they just need my transcript from the end of junior year …