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What's a Mid-Year Report?

Hey peeps, I've heard a lot about mid-year reports but I'm not exactly sure what they are or what's included in them. Could someone clarify what goes into a mid-year report and who typically submits t …

2 years ago

Got a 3 on AP Physics 1 - is it considered a good score?

Hey! I just got my AP scores back for this year, and I scored a 3 on AP Physics 1. Is this considered a good score and will it help me with college admissions at all? Kinda stressed about it, so any i …

2 years ago

Should I major in business or economics?

I'm a junior in high school and I've narrowed down my potential college majors to business or economics. What are the main differences between the two, and which one is more versatile in the job marke …

2 years ago

How many previous SAT scores should I report?

If I've taken the SAT multiple times, how many of my past scores should I report to colleges during the application process? Do colleges prefer to see all of them, or should I just report my highest s …

2 years ago

Shadowing a lawyer as a high school student?

Hey guys, I want to gain some firsthand experience in what a lawyer actually does on a daily basis. Is it possible for high school students to shadow lawyers? How would I go about finding an opportuni …

2 years ago

USABO Semifinalist: How good?

Hi everyone! I just found out I'm a USABO Semifinalist. I was wondering how good that looks on my college application. Does it hold a lot of weight? Also, will it specifically help with applying to bi …

2 years ago

Choosing a Black Studies Major

Yo! I'm really interested in black history and culture, and I'm considering a major in Black Studies. Can anyone tell me more about this major and the colleges that offer good programs for it?

2 years ago

What does NSHSS actually do?

I recently received an invitation to join the National Society of High School Scholars, but I'm not exactly sure what they do. Can someone explain the benefits of joining and how it could help me duri …

2 years ago

Remote service projects for high schoolers?

I wanna make a difference but can't do in-person volunteering. What are some cool online service projects for high school students?

2 years ago

What should I major in for a career in video game design?

I've always loved video games and thought it might be cool to pursue a career in video game design. If I want to go down this path, what majors should I look into? Does anyone here have any experience …

2 years ago

Exploring pre-law as a high school student

Hello fellow students! As a junior in high school, I've been thinking more and more about pursuing a career in law. How can I feel more confident in my choice? What kinds of pre-law programs or experi …

2 years ago

Yale Interview Process

Hi all! Quick question: Does everyone who applies to Yale University get an interview, or are interviews offered based on certain qualifications or location? Any insights would be much appreciated!

2 years ago

Pre-deadline application review: Do colleges do it?

Hey everyone, I was wondering if colleges look at applications before the deadline? Like, do they start reviewing them as they come in or do they wait until after the deadline to begin the evaluation …

2 years ago

UC Berkeley Supplemental Essays?

I'm applying to UC Berkeley, and I wanted to know if they require any supplemental essays for the application. If they do, what kind of questions do they ask, and do you have any tips on how to write …

2 years ago

Morgan State University cost of attendance?

I'm looking into Morgan State University and I'm curious about the overall cost of attendance. Can someone help me figure out the tuition, room, board, and other related expenses for this school and s …

2 years ago

ACT Late Fee Information

Hey everyone! I might have to register late for the ACT due to some personal circumstances but I'm not sure about the late fee cost. Can someone let me know how much it costs to register late, so I ca …

2 years ago

AP Statistics vs. Calculus: Difficulty Comparison

Hey everyone! I just wanted to know if AP Statistics is harder than AP Calculus? I'm considering taking one of them next year, and I'd love to hear your experiences.

2 years ago

Is Cornell really in the middle of nowhere?

I've been looking at applying to Cornell, but I've heard people say it's in the middle of nowhere. How true is this? Would I feel too isolated if I went there? Any current students or people familiar …

2 years ago

Need-Aware vs Need-Blind Admissions

I'm a high school junior and have recently started researching colleges. Can someone explain the difference between need-aware and need-blind admissions policies? How do they impact students applying …

2 years ago

Pre-Calc or Stats for junior year?

I'm trying to decide whether to take Pre-Calc or Stats during my junior year. Can anyone let me know their experiences with these courses and which one might be more beneficial as I apply to colleges …

2 years ago
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