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As a high school junior, I'm looking into the application process for UVA. Does UVA require a mid-year report? And if so, how significant is its impact on admissions decisions?
Hey guys, I'm trying to figure out what credits I can get from my AP courses. Do all colleges accept AP credits, or is it more of a school-specific thing?
I'm gonna be a freshman in high school next year, and I wanna get on top of my study game. How many hours do you all think a 9th grader should study each day? Is there any good advice for maintaining …
Hey everyone, I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on how to combine my GPA from two different high schools. I transferred during my sophomore year and I'm not sure how to calculate my …
Hey! I want to make sure that I'm effectively displaying my career interest in my Common App application. Is there a specific section where I need to mention that? Also, what's the best way to demonst …
Hey everyone! I just found out about Middlebury's Fly-In program and I'm really intrigued. Has anyone here participated before? I'd love to hear your experiences and what you thought of the program!
I'm trying to decide between Early Action and Early Decision for some of my top choice schools. Do Early Decision admission rates usually differ from Early Action? Which one has a higher chance of get …
Hi guys, I'm trying to create a solid outline for my Common App essay before I start writing it. Does anyone have a good template or guide on how to structure an effective outline? It would help me a …
I want to major in software engineering in college, but I'm not sure what classes I should take in high school to best prepare myself. Any suggestions on which classes would be beneficial?
I've been hearing a lot about GPA and how colleges look at it, but I'm a little confused about what a 3.0 GPA translates to in terms of letter grades. Can someone help me understand what a 3.0 GPA mea …
I'm curious if there are any software engineering internships specifically for high school students. I have some programming experience and really want to work on a real-world project. Any suggestions …
I've noticed that a lot of colleges went test-optional recently. If I choose not to submit my test scores, will I be at a disadvantage compared to those who do submit scores? Would appreciate experien …
Hey everyone, I'm looking for some interesting classes or workshops that I can take this summer. Are there any free summer classes for high school students in my area? How can I find these classes, or …
So I recently submitted my MIT application, and I've been wondering about the interview portion of the process. What percentage of applicants typically get interviews? Does not getting one hurt my cha …
Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone knows whether Harvard requires an interview for their admissions process? I've been researching, but I haven't found a definitive answer. Thanks in advance!
Hey everyone, I have heard people talking about GPA deflation at some high schools and how it might negatively affect students. Can someone shed some light on what GPA deflation is and how it might im …
Has anyone taken AP Physics without taking a regular high school Physics class first? Is it manageable to dive straight into an AP class or should I take a basic Physics course beforehand for my junio …
Hey everyone! I'm preparing for an upcoming DBQ essay and I'm a little lost. What are some tips and tricks for tackling a document based question essay? How could I structure it for maximum impact?
Hey guys, I've heard about fly-in programs for prospective college students to visit campuses, but I'm not exactly sure how they work or where I can find a list of colleges that offer them. Any advice …
I'm applying to my school's honors program, and I'm supposed to write an application essay. What kind of topic should I choose to make an impression? Any examples of successful essays you can share?