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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!

Hi everyone! I'm kinda worried about my grades. If I have a 'D' grade in one of my high school courses, will colleges still accept me? Are there any colleges that are more lenient about it?

I'm thinking about taking AP Physics next year but I haven't taken a physics course before. Is this common or do most students usually take regular physics before diving into the AP version? Would it …

Hi, everyone! I'm looking to get more involved in community service, but I'm not exactly sure where to start. How can I find local community service organizations or opportunities to volunteer at? Any …

Has anyone here been accepted to MIT and wouldn't mind sharing their college essays? I'm trying to get a feel for what a successful MIT essay looks like, especially with regard to the tone and level o …