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Hi! I've heard that some colleges actually appreciate receiving a letter of recommendation from a fellow student. Wondering if anyone has experience asking a peer for a letter of recommendation? What' …

Hey there! I'm taking AP Lit this year and I'm trying to get a head start on studying. Does anyone have any recommendations for the best books to read for this class, or any solid study strategies? Th …

I've been looking into taking the SAT, and I was wondering if anyone has noticed any patterns with specific test dates being easier than others? Obviously, every test is different, but do you think th …

I've heard conflicting information about GPA conversion for A-... are they still counted as a 4.0 on the unweighted scale, or should I expect them to be treated differently by colleges?

Hi! I'm a current sophomore and I'd love to get more hands-on experience in STEM. How can I find internships or research opportunities in my area? Are there any recommendations for websites or program …

I need to write an essay about overcoming adversity for one of my college applications, and I'm still brainstorming ideas for it. What are some tips for writing this type of essay? How do I make a gen …

Hey there! I'm interested in participating in the Yale DHSRI High School Investment Competition, but I'd like to hear from others who've done it before. Can anyone share their experience or tips on ho …

Hello everyone! I'm super interested in applying to UCSD and I'm curious about the average unweighted GPA of admitted students. Can anyone share that information so I can see how I compare? Thank you!

Hey there, does anyone know when Georgetown usually releases their early action decisions? Can't seem to find a clear answer online. I'm really anxious, so any info would be great!

I just found out about the Scripps High School Internship program and it sounds amazing. I'm really interested in applying, but I'm not sure where to start. Can anyone who has been through the process …

I'm writing an essay on how education and personal development can transform lives for the benefit of society. Any tips on how to approach this topic or any personal experiences you've had that you th …

I'm starting to brainstorm ideas for my personal statement, but I'm a little overwhelmed. What are some key elements that make a personal statement essay stand out? Any tips or general ideas to help m …

Hi guys, I keep seeing the term 'yield rate' when I'm looking at colleges, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Can anyone explain its significance and how it could impact my college decision proce …

My high school uses a 4.0 scale for GPAs, and right now I have a 76 GPA. Can someone help me understand how competitive my GPA is in the college admissions process? What kind of schools should I be ai …

I've been considering Arizona State University as one of my options, but I'm not sure about their financial aid offers. Does anyone know what types of scholarships ASU offers for incoming freshmen? An …

Hey there! I'm currently working on a research paper for school, but I'm having trouble coming up with a good prompt. Anyone got some interesting research paper prompts to get my creative juices flowi …

Hi everyone, I'm wondering when would be the right time to send an update letter to colleges I applied to? And what type of info or accomplishments should I include? Any advice would be appreciated. T …

Hello everyone! I've been seeing the term 'AVID' used in my school and on college forums. What exactly is AVID, and how does it benefit high school students? Should I consider joining it if my school …

I'm going to be applying through regular decision for most of my colleges, and I'm a bit anxious about when I'll hear back. Does anyone know the typical timeframe for regular decision notification dat …

I'm currently wrapping up my freshman year in high school, and I want to make sure I make the most of my summer. What summer programs are great for freshmen to explore and learn new things?