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Hey guys, I'm potentially considering attending UAB in the future, and I'm curious about their policy on AP credits. How does UAB handle AP credits? Do they accept most exams for credit, or is it limi …
Hey everyone, I've been considering applying for the NYLF Engineering program and wanted to know if it's worth the time and money. Can anyone who has participated in the program share their thoughts o …
Hi everyone! I'm applying to Wellesley College and I'm in need of some inspiration for their supplemental essay. What are some themes or ideas that would be well-received in a Wellesley application es …
Hi everyone! I've got a question about the AP Chinese exam. I'm working on my cultural presentation, and I was just wondering if anyone has a detailed rubric or guide they can share. It'd really help …
Hey guys! I'm working on my college applications and I wanted to know if anyone here has experience with the USC essay questions. What kind of topics do they typically cover? Do they focus on personal …
I have a 90 average at my high school, and I'm trying to figure out how it translates to a 4.0 scale. Can someone help me convert it to a 4.0 scale GPA? Thanks!
Hey, I was wondering how much of an impact SAT prep can have on our scores. Does anybody know the average increase in SAT scores with sufficient prep? What resources did y'all use to see improvement a …
So I'm very interested in attending USC, but I'm a little confused about how their degree programs work. Can someone explain the difference between majors and minors at USC, and if there are any inter …
Hi! I'm currently in AP Lang, and we've been assigned a research essay. I'm struggling to come up with a unique and engaging topic to write about. Does anyone have any suggestions for cool research es …
Hey guys, I'm applying to Rice University and struggling a bit with my 'Why Rice' essay. Can anyone share examples or tips on what makes for an effective essay for Rice? Thanks!
Hi there! I'm considering taking either AP Calculus or AP Statistics next year but I'm having trouble deciding. What are the main differences between the two? And which one would you recommend for som …
Hello everyone! I've come across the term 'coursework' quite often but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Could anybody please clarify its meaning and significance in the context of high school and c …
I wanna know all the AP courses that are offered and potentially take a few more next year. Anyone know where to find a complete list of AP course offerings? Cheers!
I've been researching standardized tests and came across the ACT. What does ACT actually stand for and what kind of test is it?
I'm kind of freaking out because I just got a D in one of my classes. I'm worried about how this will affect my college GPA, and how colleges will view this when I apply. Can someone give me advice on …
Hey guys, I've been hearing a lot about the SAT. I'm curious, what do the letters in the abbreviation actually stand for? Can anyone help me out? Thanks!
Hi everyone! So, I'm trying to get a feel for the PSAT. How different are the math problems on the PSAT compared to the SAT? Are there any significant differences I should be aware of while preparing?
Hello everyone! I'm starting to think about which majors to list on my UC applications, and I was wondering if there's a difference in acceptance rates depending on the major you choose? If so, what a …
I need some advice on deciding between pre-calc and stats for my next math course. I'm not sure which subject is more beneficial for me and would look better on my college applications. Can anyone wei …
Hi everyone, I'm working on my UC application and wanted to ask if there are any specific UCLA prompts I should be focusing on? Or do they use the same PIQs for all the UC schools? Any advice would be …