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What makes a university Tier 2?

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 …

a year ago

How do colleges view A's and B's on my report card?

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 …

a year ago

All A's and one B—how much will it hurt my chances?

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 …

a year ago

What's the format of the AP Bio exam?

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 …

a year ago

Mastering SAT grammar rules?

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!

a year ago

Benefits of AP Capstone Diploma?

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 …

a year ago

Practice questions for AP Calculus BC MCQs?

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!

a year ago

AP Bio FRQ examples and practice?

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!

a year ago

Questbridge Finalist Acceptance Rate?

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 …

a year ago

ACT English comma rules?

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 …

a year ago

Robotics Teams: Best way to prepare for high school robotics competitions?

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?

a year ago

Need help with synthesis essay outline for AP Lang

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!

a year ago

SAT Score Table

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 …

a year ago

AP Stats: yes or no?

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 …

a year ago

How good is a 3.70 GPA when applying to colleges?

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?

a year ago

What are some good math programs for high school students?

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 …

a year ago

AP Microeconomics exam length?

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 …

a year ago

AP Exam Passing Rates

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 …

a year ago

Understanding subfields of linguistics?

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 …

a year ago

Great summer engineering programs for high school students?

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 …

a year ago
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