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Hey, guys! I stumbled upon a college guidance platform called CollegeVine, and I'm wondering if it's trustworthy and worth using for my college search and application process. Anyone here with experie …

Hey, so I've heard that there was a notorious 'salt' question on the PSAT that everyone loves to joke about. Does anyone remember what that question was about or have any idea where I can find it? I'm …

Hey guys! I'm starting to brainstorm and draft my college essays, and I could use some advice. What are some tips or things to keep in mind for the Johns Hopkins essay prompts? I want to make sure I s …

Hi everyone! I'm prepping for the SAT and I want to improve my skills when it comes to working with the history passages. Do you have any tips on where to find good practice passages or any strategies …

I'm in an AP English class this year and we're writing argumentative essays. How can I improve my essay's organization and argumentation to impress my teacher? Any tips or effective strategies would b …

Hey guys, I'm really interested in pursuing a career in law. Is it possible to intern at a law firm while still in high school? How would I go about finding an internship like that?

Hi everyone! I recently received my PreACT results, but I'm not quite sure how to interpret them. Does anyone have any advice on how to understand my PreACT results and what they mean for my college a …

Hey everyone! I have a passion for coding and I'm trying to find a cool summer coding camp to attend. Does anyone have any recommendations for camps that are specifically designed for high school stud …

Hi, I've been researching MIT and found their Common Dataset. I'm trying to make sense of it all. Can someone help me understand what information is most important for potential applicants? It's just …

I have a strong interest in both STEM and social sciences, and I'm having a hard time deciding between UChicago and MIT. What are the differences between the two schools besides their general reputati …

Hey there! I recently joined NJHS at my school, and we need to complete some community service hours. Can anyone share some ideas for meaningful community service projects or events that would be perf …

Hey everyone! I've been considering a career in social work and want to get some experience before I head to college. Are there any social work internships specifically for high school students that y …

I'm interested in applying to Caltech and want my essays to be on point. What are some things I should focus on or emphasize in my essays? I'd appreciate any advice from those who have gone through th …

Hey, friends! I've been looking at different college majors, and I came across 'Global Relations.' It sounds super interesting, but I'm not exactly sure what it involves. Can anyone explain what a Glo …

Hey guys! I'm currently working on my Stanford application and could use some advice for the short answer portion. How should I approach these prompts? Should I be serious, witty, or somewhere in betw …

Hey guys, I'm considering attending the Junior National Young Leaders Conference and I'm wondering if it's worth it. Will attending this conference help in the college application process?

Hello! I'm a high school junior interested in attending a summer camp at the University of Michigan this year. Can anyone recommend any good summer camps or programs at UMich for high school students? …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior looking to apply to some top 10 colleges next year. Can anyone give me advice on what's crucial to make my application stand out? What do these top schools usually look for …

Hey guys! I recently came across The Junior Academy and I'm a little curious about what it is and if it's a good opportunity for me. Does anyone here have any experience with the program or know anyon …

This is kind of a long shot, but I heard there are scholarships for all sorts of things... I'm a 4'11'' junior, and I was wondering if there are any scholarships out there specifically for being short …