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I've heard the terms 'Tier 1' and 'Tier 2' thrown around a lot when talking about colleges, but I'm not exactly sure what they mean. Can someone explain what a Tier 2 university is and what the differ …
Hello everyone! Just curious about how colleges evaluate transcripts with A's and B's. Will having a mixture of A's and B's on my report card hurt my chances of getting into a competitive college? Tha …
Hey everyone, I've been mainly getting straight A's in high school but ended up with one B. How much will this one grade impact my chances of getting into top-tier colleges? Should I address this in m …
Hey guys, I'm taking AP Bio this year, and I'd like to know what the exam format is like. Does it have a mix of multiple-choice, short-answer, and free-response questions? How can I best prepare for e …
Hey, y'all! I need help improving my SAT Writing score. Does anyone have a guide or resource for SAT grammar rules that's easy to follow and comprehensive? Thanks in advance!
Hey guys, I've been considering taking the AP Capstone program at my school. What are the advantages of earning the AP Capstone Diploma, and do you think it's worth the extra effort when applying to c …
Hey folks! I'm looking for some good AP Calculus BC practice questions, specifically multiple-choice ones. Does anyone know any reliable sources or websites with practice problems? TIA!
Kinda stressed about AP Bio FRQs. Can anyone share some solid examples of past FRQs and any resources for practicing them? I want to make sure I'm well prepared for the exam. Thanks in advance!
What's the acceptance rate for Questbridge Finalists? I've been hearing a lot about the program lately, and I want to know how competitive it is. Do those who become finalists usually get into their p …
Hey guys, I'm trying to improve my ACT English score. I noticed that a lot of questions involve comma usage, but I get confused sometimes about when to use them. Can anyone help break down the general …
Our school's robotics club is starting to gear up for competitions, and I'm a bit stressed about where to begin. Any advice from seasoned competitors on how to prep effectively?
Hey AP Lang fam! I'm struggling with creating an effective synthesis essay outline. Any tips on how to structure it or resources that could help? Thanks a ton!
Hi, I'm trying to find a resource that will help me understand the SAT score table better. I'd like to know how my scores for each section are reported so I can understand what areas I might need to w …
As a junior in high school, I'm contemplating if I should take AP Stats next year. How hard is the class? Would it be more beneficial for me to take AP Calculus instead if I might pursue an engineerin …
What's up, guys? I'm a junior with a 3.70 GPA, and I'm curious about how it might affect my college applications. Is a 3.70 GPA considered competitive for top-tier schools?
Hello everybody! I've been trying to improve my math skills and explore new aspects of the subject, so I'm curious if there are any math programs specifically designed for high school students. I know …
Hey everyone, I'm planning to take the AP Microeconomics exam next year and I'm a little bit curious about the length of the exam. How long is it, and how is it divided? Are there any tips for managin …
Hey everyone! I'm really curious about the average passing rates for AP exams. Does anyone know where I can find information on the percentage of students who typically score a 3, 4, or 5 on different …
I'm a high school junior considering a major in linguistics but I'm still not sure about the various subfields. Can someone who's knowledgeable in this field explain the different subdomains and their …
Hi guys! I'm looking for summer engineering programs specifically geared towards high school students. Can anyone recommend any good programs to help me explore engineering opportunities and improve m …