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SAT to PSAT conversion for National Merit?

Hello everyone! Can someone please explain to me how the SAT and PSAT scores work regarding the National Merit Scholarship Program? I've seen something about a conversion, but I'm not exactly sure wha …

a year ago

International Business Major Difficulty?

I'm really interested in international business as a potential major, but I'm worried about its difficulty. Can anyone give me an idea of how hard this major is compared to others? What should I expec …

a year ago

Good qualities to include in a letter of recommendation?

Hey everyone! If you had to recommend qualities for a teacher to highlight in a letter of recommendation, what would they be? I'm trying to ensure my letter stands out and would love some suggestions.

a year ago

How to start my personal statement?

Hey everyone! I'm kinda struggling with how to come up with an intriguing introduction for my personal statement. Would any of y'all be willing to share a sample opening line from yours? Just need som …

a year ago

UMass Boston Supplemental Essays

Hi everyone, I'm applying to UMass Boston, and I'm not too sure about their supplemental essay requirements. Does anyone here have experience with UMass Boston's application, and can you give me some …

a year ago

Summer camps for high schoolers in Virginia?

Hey, I'm looking for interesting summer camps in Virginia that cater to high school students. Anything from academic programs to outdoor adventures would be great. Any suggestions?

a year ago

What are the current Princeton University essay prompts?

I'm a junior starting to think about my college essays and I have my sights set on Princeton. Could someone please share the latest Princeton University essay prompts for the upcoming application cycl …

a year ago

Colorado Boulder vs Colorado State: Which college should I choose?

I'm currently stuck between Colorado Boulder and Colorado State. Can anyone highlight some of the key differences between these two schools in terms of academic reputation, campus life, and internship …

a year ago

Need help with Syracuse essay prompts!

Hi friends! I'm working on my application for Syracuse and I need some guidance with their essay prompts. Can someone share examples of successful essays or provide some useful tips on how to tackle t …

a year ago

Managing many essays for college applications

Hey y'all! I'm a junior starting the college application process, and I'm feeling a little overwhelmed with all the essays I have to write. Does anyone have advice on managing multiple essays without …

a year ago

Adding recommenders on the Common App

Hey there! I'm kind of stuck on the Common App's recommenders section. I've got a few teachers who I'd like to invite as recommenders. How do I go about adding them, and can I invite them directly thr …

a year ago

FAFSA parent financial info - what's the process?

I am planning to apply for financial aid using FAFSA, and I'm a bit overwhelmed. How do I go about filling out the parent financial information section? Any guidance or tips would be really helpful! T …

a year ago

University of Washington vs Washington State: Which has better Business programs?

Hi, I'm considering the University of Washington and Washington State University. I plan on majoring in Business, and I'm wondering which school has the better Business program in terms of reputation, …

a year ago

SAT circle formulas - which ones should I know?

Hey guys, I'm prepping for the SAT math section, and I want to be prepared for any questions involving circles. What are the essential circle formulas I should memorize for the test? Any advice is app …

a year ago

How to spend my summers before senior year?

I saw a question on Stanford's application asking how I spent my last two summers. I'm preparing for the next summer and want to make sure I'm using my time wisely. What activities or experiences woul …

a year ago

Is Penn State an Ivy League school?

I've heard talks about Penn State being an Ivy League school, but I'm not sure if that's true. Can someone clarify for me? What sets Penn State apart?

a year ago

Is UChicago need-blind in admissions?

Hi all! I'm applying to UChicago soon and I was curious if they have a need-blind admissions policy in place. Could anyone confirm that for me? Thanks!

a year ago

Choosing the right scientific major?

I know I want to major in something related to science, but I'm having difficulty narrowing down my options. Can anyone give me some guidance on how to choose the right scientific major for me? Do you …

a year ago

Using rhetorical devices effectively in college essays?

Yo, so as I'm writing my college essays, I'm trying to make 'em interesting and engaging. I know using rhetorical devices can help, but I'm not sure how to weave them in without overdoing it. Any sugg …

a year ago

U Richmond Supplemental Essays

Hey folks, I'm in the process of applying to the University of Richmond and could use some advice on their supplemental essays. What are the key factors to consider when writing these essays to make m …

a year ago
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