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Hey everyone! I've been looking into the National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF) Medicine program and I was wondering if any of you have participated in it. What were your experiences like? How benefic …

Hey! I'm planning on self-studying for the AP Chemistry exam. Anyone who's done this before, can you share your experiences and advice on how to go about it? Study materials, schedules, and motivation …

IB test practice is essential, and I want to ensure I'm doing it right. What strategies do you guys use for effective practice? How do you manage your time staying focused during practice tests?

What's up everybody! I've been working on my community service hours and I'm close to qualifying for the President's Volunteer Service Award. I was just wondering, does this award look good on college …

So, I'm interested in participating in one of Georgetown University's summer programs. Can anyone provide information about the different programs they offer and any experiences they have had? Thanks …

I've been considering joining my school's ROTC program, and I'm wondering if it's considered an extracurricular activity. Would participating in ROTC be something to add to my college application?

Hey! I'm trying to figure out which math formulas I need to memorize for the SAT. I know they provide some formulas, but I'm not sure if they'll provide the quadratic formula. Can anyone confirm if th …

Hey everyone! I've been really interested in pursuing a career in film and I'm trying to find out if there are any film internships available for high school students near me. I'm not sure how to go a …

Hey everyone! I'm starting to write my college essays and I'm looking for examples of successful essays. What are some elements of a great model college essay that I should keep in mind while writing?

Hey everyone! So, I'm looking into applying to UPenn next year, and I've been thinking about how I would explore and create a sense of community while attending college there. Can anyone give me some …

I'm a little bit confused, could anyone help me figure out if GT (Gifted & Talented) is higher or more challenging than honors classes? I want to make sure I take challenging courses to make my colleg …

I just got my SAT score back, and it's only 980... I'm feeling pretty down about it. Should I be worried about my chances for college admissions? What can I do to improve my score and academic profile …

Hello! I'm considering both MIT and Stanford as my top choices. Can anyone provide any insights or personal experiences that may help me decide which institution would be a better fit for me? I'd love …

I'm considering applying to Morehouse College. Can anyone give me an idea of the total cost (tuition, room, and board) for attending this school? Are there any scholarships or financial aid packages a …

Hey there, I'm trying to plan out my college schedule, and I'd like to know which types of gen ed classes tend to be on the easier side. Any recommendations for courses that could help me balance out …

Hi! I love creating art in my spare time and I've been involved in a few local art exhibitions. I was wondering if I can consider art as an extracurricular activity when applying to colleges? Thanks!

I'm currently a junior, and I've been working on a research project on my own. I'm really proud of it and was wondering, how can a high school student go about publishing their research paper? Any adv …

I've been researching colleges that can provide generous financial aid, and I was curious if there's a list of schools that offer loan-free financial aid packages? More specifically, schools that repl …

I'm working on my college essays, and I want to write about a challenge I experienced and how I overcame it, but I'm struggling to find the right approach. How can I turn this story into a meaningful …

I'm working on a research paper for a competition and it's my first time doing this. Any tips or resources on how to tackle a research paper at the high school level? Thanks!