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Hey there! I'm trying to find the Apply Texas essay prompts for this year. Do any of you know where I can find the official list of prompts? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone! I'm thinking about applying Early Decision to one of my top-choice schools next fall. Can you guys share your experiences with when the ED decisions usually come out? Is there a general t …
I've seen 'ADV' in course names at my school and want to know what it stands for. Is it an abbreviation for something related to advanced placement or difficulty level?
Hey everyone! I've been accepted to UC Davis and I'm trying to budget for next year. Can someone give me an idea of how much room and board costs at UC Davis? I'd like to know the range so that I can …
Hey everyone! I've seen that most colleges ask for two letters of recommendation during the application process. How important is it to have two quality recommendations? Does it significantly impact t …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to work on the UC application essays, and I'm feeling a little bit overwhelmed. What are some good strategies for tackling these prompts? Can you guys share some general tip …
Hey y'all, I took a couple of AP exams and scored a 3 on them. I'm a little bit stressed about how much weight these scores carry during college admissions. Will my score of 3 hold any value, and shou …
Sup guys! I'm considering going to UMBC but I'm also really interested in UMD. Has anyone transferred from UMBC to UMD before? How difficult is it? If you've done it, I'd love to hear about your exper …
I know the Ivy League schools are pretty prestigious, but is there actually an order in which they're ranked? Just wanted to know if it's worth considering for my college applications. Thanks for the …
Just trying to figure out my budget for college. Can anyone share their experience with room and board costs at the University of Rhode Island? Thanks in advance, guys!
Hey guys, I'm applying to UChicago and struggling with the unique essay prompts. Does anyone have any sample UChicago essays to offer or advice on how to approach them? I'd really appreciate your help …
Hi everyone! I'm looking to up my writing game and was wondering if you guys know of any writing competitions specifically for high school students? Preferably ones with great prizes or prestigious re …
Hey everyone, I recently heard about the Sophie Davis Biomedical Education Program and I'm considering applying. It sounds like a unique opportunity, but I'm not sure if it's the right fit for me. Can …
I want to apply to the University of North Carolina and I'm working on my essays. Could anyone please share some examples of successful essays that got students admitted to UNC? I'd really appreciate …
Hey everyone! I'm looking to get involved in community service projects, but I want to find unique and impactful ideas. What are some suggestions for service projects that make a difference in people' …
Hey, I'm planning to take the SAT next year (2024) and I was wondering if anyone knows when the scores are typically released? Is there a general timeline I should be aware of so I can plan accordingl …
I'll be taking the ACT and I know I can use a calculator for the Math section. What are the specific rules and guidelines for using a calculator on the test, though, to make sure I won't face any issu …
Hi all! As a high school junior interested in pursuing medicine, I've been looking at pre-med degrees, but I'm a little overwhelmed by the options. Can someone help me explore the various pre-med degr …
Hey y'all! I was wondering if anyone knows any reliable AP CSP grade calculators online? I want to estimate my AP score with the components like multiple-choice and practice tests, but I'm unsure whic …
Hey fellow students! I've been looking into joining some clubs at school, and I stumbled upon the Key Club. What is the Key Club all about, and what can I expect if I decide to join? Also, does partic …