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Writing a Thank You Note to UPenn?

Hey everyone! So, I recently had an amazing interview with an UPenn alum, and I'd like to send a personalized thank-you note. Any tips on what to mention or how to stand out?

a year ago

Examples of UC application questions?

Hey everyone! I'm really curious about the type of questions that show up on the UC application. Can anyone provide me with some examples or share their experiences with the UC application questions? …

a year ago

Understanding Paragraph Prose

What's up, folks? I have a question about paragraph prose. Can someone please explain what it is and how it's relevant to writing essays or papers?

a year ago

Understanding Reach Schools: How to Determine?

I've heard people talking about 'reach' schools when discussing college applications. Can anyone explain what a reach school is, and how can I determine which schools might be considered a reach for m …

a year ago

AP score release schedule?

Hi everyone! Can someone please let me know the schedule for when AP scores will be released? Also, does it differ by state or region? I just want to make sure I'm prepared for when the results come o …

a year ago

Where can I find high-quality student essay examples?

Hey fellow students! I want to get an idea of what a good college essay looks like. Are there any resources where I can find high-quality student essay examples to learn from?

a year ago

List of all electives available in high school?

Hey everyone! I've been trying to finalize my schedule for next year and want to make sure I'm aware of all the possible electives I could take. What are some common or unique electives that you guys …

a year ago

Help with argumentative research paper topics for college!

G'day everyone! I need to write an argumentative research paper for my college-level class. What are some interesting and engaging topics that I could explore? I'm really looking for something that is …

a year ago

Struggling with SAT statistics questions

Hey, fellow students! I'm having some trouble with the statistics questions on the SAT Math section. Any advice on dealing with these tricky problems or recommended resources to help me improve? Thank …

a year ago

Academic Common Marketplace Info

I've heard of the Academic Common Marketplace, but I'm not sure what it is or how to use it. Could anyone give me some info? Is it helpful for finding research opportunities or internships?

a year ago

What makes a strong BYU essay?

Hi all, I'm a junior working on my college essay drafts, and I want to make my BYU application essay stand out. Can anyone share examples or tips on writing a great BYU essay? I'm struggling with the …

a year ago

When should you take precalculus in high school?

Hey guys! I'm trying to plan out my high school math courses and I'm curious about when exactly would be the best time to take precalculus. Should I take it as a junior or senior, or possibly earlier? …

a year ago

University of California Essay Questions

I'm beginning to work on my UC applications and trying to brainstorm some ideas. Can anyone share this year's University of California essay questions/prompts? I'd like to familiarize myself with the …

a year ago

Scholarships for commended National Merit Scholars?

Hi everyone! I was just named a commended National Merit Scholar, and I was wondering if there are any scholarships out there that I'm now eligible for. Any advice would be super helpful!

a year ago

Benefits of UF Honors Program?

Hey everyone! I've been considering applying to the University of Florida's Honors Program, but I'm not completely sure what the benefits are. Can anyone who's enrolled in the program (or just knows a …

a year ago

Should I be satisfied with a 1530 on the SAT?

Hey! I recently scored 1530 on my SAT and I'm not sure if it's good enough for my dream schools. Should I be satisfied with this score or consider retaking the test? Would love some advice!

a year ago

What is a commuter school?

Hey everyone, I've been hearing the term 'commuter school' a lot lately and I don't really understand what it means. Could someone help me out with a definition and maybe some examples?

a year ago

Scholarships for 9th Graders

Hey, I'm just a freshman, but I heard there are scholarships out there for 9th graders. Are there any well-known ones I should look into right now? How do I find these scholarships?

a year ago

Path to studying radiology in college?

I'm interested in studying radiology in college, but I'm not sure what steps to take in high school. Any advice on classes, extracurriculars, or other ways to prepare for a radiology major?

a year ago

Skidmore Merit Scholarships—How to qualify?

Hey everyone, I'm really interested in Skidmore College, and I was wondering about their merit scholarships. Does anyone know how to qualify for them or have any tips for making my application stand o …

a year ago
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