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I'm doing my Math HL IA soon but I'm not sure what topic to pick. Can anyone share some examples or ideas for a Math HL IA that will help me get started?
Hey guys, I recently took the SAT and scored a 1210. I'm thinking about taking the ACT as well. Can someone help me understand how a 1210 SAT score might translate to an ACT score? Thanks!
Hey, everyone! I'm really interested in applying to UNC Chapel Hill. My mom went there, so I'm considered a legacy applicant. Does anyone know how much legacy status might impact my chances of getting …
Hi fellow peeps! I'm thinking about taking a writing class this summer. Have any of you attended any summer writing classes that you'd recommend? I'm open to any suggestions! Thanks, and happy applyin …
My GPA is 3.2, and I'm starting to wonder how much it's going to affect my chances of getting into a decent college. What should I focus on to boost my chances? Do extracurriculars or test scores outw …
Hey! My counselor asked me to fill out a brag sheet, and I'm not exactly sure what to put down. I'd really appreciate seeing an example, just so I know what kind of answers I should be giving. Thanks …
I've been wanting to explore topics that are intellectually stimulating, but still related to high school or the college admissions process. Any suggestions on how I can engage my intellectual curiosi …
Hey guys! I'm trying to boost my college applications, and I know community service is important. How many hours of community service would you recommend aiming for prior to applying to college?
Hey guys! I'm in the process of writing my UC Berkeley essays and I'm looking for some guidance. What tips and advice do you have for tackling the essay prompts? What are they looking for in a strong …
Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and I want to improve my leadership skills. Can anyone provide examples of leadership experiences that I could possibly get involved in, either inside or outside …
Hi friends! I'm applying to LSU and I'm trying to find out if they have any required essay prompts. If so, what are they? Also, are there any helpful tips for writing them? Thanks in advance!
Hey all, for my writing class, we're tasked with writing a research essay on a topic of our choice. I'd like to focus on something related to high school life or the college admissions process. Can an …
Hey folks, I'm trying to understand how my IB grades would translate into GPA for college applications. Are there any tools or charts available that can help me convert my scores? Thanks a lot!
Hey guys, I really like Roger Williams University, but I'm not sure if I can afford it. Does anyone here have any experience with financial aid or scholarships at RWU? How generous are they with finan …
Hey everyone, I've been studying for the SAT and find myself struggling with some of the hardest math questions. Any tips or strategies on how to tackle these difficult problems? Are there any resourc …
Hi, I'm considering psychiatry as a career, but I'm not sure how long the medical school for psychiatry takes. Can anyone give me some insight into the length of the program?
Hey everyone! I have to do a question of fact speech for one of my high school classes. Can you guys suggest something interesting, related to the college process or current academic topics? I'd like …
I'm working on a college essay where I need to introduce myself effectively. How do you guys start an essay like this, and how do you make it engaging and interesting right from the beginning?
Hey guys, I'm currently working on my Rutgers application and was wondering if there's a specific word limit for the essay? I don't want to write too much or too little, so any guidance would be appre …
Hello everyone, I'm currently filling out my UNC application and had a few questions I was hoping someone here might be able to answer. Is there anything unique on the application that I should watch …