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Hey everyone! I came across Wharton's Essentials of Entrepreneurship program and I'm wondering if any of you have experience or thoughts on it. Is it worth enrolling in, and how competitive is the adm …
Hey, I stumbled upon Questbridge while researching scholarships and college opportunities. Can someone explain what it is and how it works? I'm trying to find helpful resources for my college journey.
So I just got the news that I've been deferred from Yale, which has always been my dream school. Has anyone here come back from a deferral and ultimately got an acceptance? What should I do now to bet …
Hey guys, I've been working on my college essays and I'm a bit stuck on one of my Tufts essays. Can anyone give me some tips or suggestions on how to approach it and make it stand out? I want to make …
Hey there, I was recently denied from my dream school and I'm considering appealing the decision. Has anyone gone through this process before? What are some things I should keep in mind while writing …
Hey all, I'm 15 and really interested in finding a paid internship before I graduate. Any ideas on where I can find paid internships suitable for high school students?
I've been researching 3-2 engineering programs to get both a liberal arts degree and an engineering degree. Can anyone recommend the best schools that offer these programs?
Hi! My weighted class rank isn't as high as I'd like it to be. How important is weighted class rank when applying to colleges, and should I be concerned if mine isn't super impressive? Thanks in advan …
Hi everyone, I'm applying to the University of Richmond and I'm wondering if any current students or recent applicants have tips for the supplemental essays? How can I make my application stand out an …
Hey guys, I've heard about AP fee waivers for exams, but I'm not sure about the process of applying for one. Can someone help me out with the requirements and steps to apply for an AP fee waiver?
Hey guys, I'm trying to get started on my UC application and the Personal Insight Questions. Anyone have any successful UCLA PIQ examples they'd be willing to share or know where I can find some? I re …
Hi everyone. I'm curious about how the conversion from the 4.0 GPA scale to letter grades works. How do A, B, C, and D grades correspond to the 4.0 scale? Any help would be really appreciated!
I don't know if I'll have time for a summer program this year, but I still want to keep myself busy and productive. Any suggestions for interesting or creative summer projects high school students can …
Hey everyone! I'm currently working on my UMD application, and I was wondering if any of you could give me some insight into the short answer questions. What should I focus on, and what are they looki …
How can I figure out if I'm eligible for an SAT fee waiver? Does anyone know what the requirements are to get one?
Hey peeps! I'm just curious, which engineering majors are considered the most challenging? I'm really into math and science, and I want to challenge myself when I go to college. Any thoughts would be …
I got accepted to both UPenn and Penn State, but I can't decide between them. Can anyone share their insights and experiences on which is better in terms of academics, social life, and post-grad oppor …
Hi all! I was just offered a Stanford alumni interview and I'm not sure what to expect. Does anyone know if they typically take place at a specific location, like coffee shops or libraries, or will it …
Hey everyone! I'm taking AP Calculus AB next year and I'm wondering how much time I should dedicate to studying for the class and exam? What strategies have you found helpful in managing your time and …
Hey guys! My school uses an A-equivalent GPA scale. Can someone help me comprehend what that means and how it might differ from a regular 4.0 scale? Thanks for any help!