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Hello, fellow applicants! As I'm working on my Common App essay, I just wanted to know if there's a specific word count I should stick to for these college essays? Do different colleges have different …
I have to write an essay explaining why I'm a good candidate for a scholarship, but I'm struggling to come up with some points. Any advice or ideas on what to include?
Hey guys, I'm feeling pretty stressed about a recent AP exam I took. I think I might get a 1, will this affect my college admissions chances? I've been working really hard in my other classes, so this …
Hey everyone, I'm thinking about taking the IELTS exam soon. Does anyone have any tips or strategies that helped them during the test? I'd really appreciate any advice on how to prepare and what to fo …
Hi everyone! I received an invitation to join the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). How much does membership cost and is it worth paying to join? Does it actually help with college app …
Hey guys, I'm looking for some new SAT practice tests to help me study and improve my scores. Which practice tests are the most helpful and reliable in terms of simulating the actual test? Any feedbac …
Hey guys, I'm working on my FAFSA and I need to find Parent 1's income on the 1040 tax form. Where can I locate this information? Thanks for the help!
Hey everyone, as I plan out my junior year schedule, I'm debating whether or not to take APUSH. I know it's a lot of work, but is it worth it in terms of college admissions or preparing me for college …
I'm exploring different colleges and I've heard about Vanderbilt. What is this University especially known or famous for?
Hey y'all! I'm super interested in applying for the Research Science Institute, but I'm not sure how competitive it is. How do you think I can increase my chances of getting accepted? Thanks!
Hey everyone! I've been studying for the ACT, and I'm feeling a little shaky on lines and angles. Can anyone recommend any resources or tips to review this topic specifically related to the ACT math s …
Hey everyone! I'm starting to plan out my course load for the upcoming year, and I'd like to take some AP classes. How do I go about registering for them? Also, when and how do I register for the actu …
Hey folks, I've been hearing the term 'D2' thrown around a lot in conversations about college sports. Can someone please explain what it means, and how it differs from other levels like D1 or D3?
Hey! Does anyone know how many credits an AP class is typically worth for high school GPA calculations? I'm trying to figure out how taking AP classes might impact my GPA. Thanks in advance!
I've been having trouble with time management on the SAT reading section. I always seem to run out of time before finishing all the questions. Any advice on how to stop this from happening? What strat …
Hi! I'm planning on applying to college through early action, but I'm not sure how many schools I can apply to. Is there a maximum number of early action applications I can submit? Thanks for any help …
Does anyone have a good sample of an AP Lang rhetorical analysis essay? It would really help me understand how to better structure my own essays and improve my writing. Thanks!
So, I'm really interested in engineering, and I want to make sure my application is appealing to top engineering schools. What do these schools look for, and how can I improve my application?
Hey! I'm planning to take the SAT soon and I'm just wondering around what time the exam typically ends? I know the starting time, but I'd really appreciate it if someone could help me figure out when …
Is it even possible? I'd really love to minimize my debt for college, but I'm not sure how feasible that is. Has anyone managed to cover their college expenses without taking out loans, and if so, how …