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Hi! I'm thinking about applying to Iowa State University but I'm a little unsure about tuition costs. Can someone give me a breakdown of the in-state and out-of-state tuition fees, as well as any hidd …

So, I've been waitlisted at several colleges I was really interested in and I can't figure out why. My stats are pretty solid, I thought. Has anyone else been getting waitlisted a lot too? Any advice …

Anyone know some good math and science summer camps I could attend? I'm looking to strengthen my skills and have a memorable experience over the summer!

Do all colleges require the ACT? I know that some schools have gone test-optional recently, but I'm not sure if the ACT is still a mandatory part of the application process for most schools.

Hey everyone, I'm working on developing my extracurricular activities to show my intellectual interests. Do you have any suggestions on specific activities or accomplishments that would convey my pass …

I was reading up on college sports offerings and got confused by the terms ‘intercollegiate’ and ‘intramural’. Can someone explain the difference between the two and what level of commitment each invo …

I need to write an essay about a personal challenge I've faced in my life as a student. I'm not sure how to decide what challenge to write about or how to make it meaningful for my college application …

Hi everyone, I've been researching college admissions and I'm a little bit stressed about how much race may affect my application. Can someone explain the role race plays in the admissions process and …

Hi! I'm applying to Brown University and I want to read some sample essays that got students admitted. Does anyone know any websites where I can find these samples? I just want to get a rough idea of …

Hey all, I'm currently a junior and I'm really passionate about computer science. Are there any internships available for high school students like me? I want to gain some real-world experience before …

I'm considering joining my school's mock trial team, but I'm not sure how much it'll help my college applications. Does it look good to colleges? What skills or qualities can I develop and showcase th …

Hey everyone, I'm a high school junior interested in business. Do you know of any reputable pre-college business programs that I could participate in to learn more about this field? Thanks!

Hey everyone, just curious which test you found to be the most difficult in your high school journey. I'd love to hear your experiences and if you have any tips on how to prepare for such tests. Thank …

As I'm starting to create my college list, I noticed Ivy Leagues tend to be super expensive. Out of curiosity, which Ivy League college is the most expensive one to attend? I'm considering financial f …

I'm considering taking AP Latin next year, but I'm not sure if I'm prepared for the difficulty. How hard is the class and the exam? Also, how does it compare to first-year Latin? Any input would be gr …

I'm applying for a few scholarships and I keep coming across the 'Why are you applying for this scholarship' essay question. What's the best way to approach this question and clearly express my need a …

Hi everyone! What are some popular math awards or competitions I could participate in as a high school student? I'm hoping to find ways to demonstrate my passion for math and build my college applicat …

Hey guys! So I'm working on my college applications and I'm planning to apply to NYU. Does anyone know where I can find their college essay prompts for this year? I want to start brainstorming ideas a …

Hi guys! I'm really interested in applying to Lafayette College, but I'm a bit concerned about my chances. What was the acceptance rate like in recent years? Any advice on improving my chances would b …

Hey everyone! I'm starting to work on my college apps and I'm looking for some advice on writing a good 'Why Us' essay for University of Michigan. What are specific things I should mention and researc …