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Hi there! So, I'm an out-of-state (OOS) student and I'm really interested in applying to UCLA. I know it's super competitive for OOS applicants. What are some things I should emphasize to increase my …
Hey everyone, I got accepted to both Northeastern and Boston University, and I'm having a tough time deciding between the two. Can someone provide any pros and cons for each school to help make my dec …
Hey guys, I took the SAT recently and I'm a bit confused about how the grading chart works. Can someone explain to me how the scores are calculated, the possible score ranges, and how the chart or sca …
Hello! I'm a little worried about entering my social security number on the Common App. Is it required and how secure is it? Any information from those who have completed the process would be super he …
Hey all, does anyone know any good resources for practice PSAT math problems? I'm looking to strengthen my skills in this area before taking the test. Thanks for any suggestions!
I've been admitted to the University at Buffalo's Honors College, but I'm a bit undecided. For those who attended or know about it, can you help me understand the benefits of joining the UB Honors Col …
Hi, I'm working on my college apps and have faced some unique challenges recently. I'd like to write a special circumstances essay to explain my situation. Does anyone have any tips or examples they c …
Hey there! I'm a little bit stressed about my upcoming AP exams. If I don't do well and end up failing one of them, will it significantly impact my college admissions? Should I still report my scores …
Hey everyone! I'm taking AP Lit this year and I'm wondering if anyone has tips or resources for analyzing prose passages? I really want to improve my skills, so any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
After visiting Penn and talking to some admissions people, I was thinking about sending a thank you note. What's the protocol on sending thank you notes to colleges, or specifically to Penn? Any examp …
Hey everyone, I'm currently a high school junior and I want to spend my summer getting immersed in a new field or subject. Does anyone know of any interesting summer immersion programs for high school …
Hi everyone! I'm a bit stressed about this... Is it crucial for my teachers to include a letterhead in my recommendation letters? Does it affect how colleges perceive my application? Thanks for any he …
I've been doing a research project on artificial intelligence (AI) and I'm applying for a summer internship in the same field. How should I approach my teacher to get a strong letter of recommendation …
I'm interested in exploring business before applying to college. Can you guys recommend any top summer programs that focus on entrepreneurship, marketing, or finance for high school students?
Hey guys! For my University of Michigan application, I need some help crafting an engaging 'Why Michigan' essay. What are some good points to emphasize and how can I make my essay unique?
I'm in the process of writing my supplemental essays for college apps and I'm struggling a bit. Can anyone share some examples of successful supplemental essays to help me get a better idea of what th …
Hi everyone! My school requires us to give a presentation during senior year and I want mine to be super memorable. What are some creative ideas to help me stand out from the crowd?
Hi guys, I'm prepping for the SAT and I want to focus on the most crucial math formulas. What should I prioritize for the SAT Math section to get the best score possible? Any advice would be appreciat …
Hey everyone, I just finished my first semester of college and got a B- in one of my classes. I'm kinda worried that it might affect my future in college. Should I be concerned?
I'm applying to Harvey Mudd College and I could really use some help with my essays. Does anyone have any successful examples or tips for writing a strong essay for this school?