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So, I've been thinking about my college major lately, but there are just sooo many to choose from and I'm sorta lost. How do you guys determine which major is best for you? What criteria should I be c …
Hey guys, I got waitlisted at one of my top schools and I'm not sure if I should accept the waitlist offer. What should I consider before deciding, and would it be worth it just to hold on to a small …
Hey all! I'm seriously considering applying to GWU, and I was wondering whether they track demonstrated interest. If so, what are some ways to show them I'm truly interested?
Hey everyone, I'm beginning to work on my Common App essay and I was wondering if anyone knows what the word limit/length should be? I want to make sure I'm adhering to any requirements. Thanks!
Hey guys! I'm thinking about taking AP Spanish next year. I'm curious, does this class look good on college applications? Are language APs valued by admissions officers?
I joined the early decision wave but now I'm having second thoughts. Is it even possible to back out of an early decision commitment? Will there be any consequences if I do so? I'm a little bit stress …
Hi everyone! I'm from NY and I'm wondering if colleges typically care about our Regents exam scores during the admissions process. Should I be worried if my scores aren't the best?
Hey everyone! I'm interested in business and I want to learn more about it before applying to college. Do you guys know of any summer programs or internships specifically for high school students? Tha …
Hey guys! So, I'm curious about how dual enrollment classes are weighted when calculating my high school GPA. Are they considered the same as AP, IB, or honors classes? I'd appreciate any insights!
Hey all, I'm applying to Carnegie Mellon, and I'm wondering if they require any writing supplements in addition to the Common App essay? I want to make sure I have everything prepared before submittin …
Hey, guys! So, I'm exploring college options, and I'm interested in schools that don't have strict general education requirements. I'd love to have more freedom in choosing my classes. Can you suggest …
Hi! I was wondering if anyone could help me understand what ACT subscores are and how they affect college admissions? I'm unsure about how these scores are used or how much they matter. Thanks for any …
I'm currently working on a 'Why Us' essay for one of the colleges I'm applying to, but I'm having trouble with the conclusion. Can someone give me some advice on how to end it strong and make a lastin …
Hey guys, I've heard about the ACT test a lot, but does anyone know what ACT actually stands for? I can't seem to find this answer anywhere. Thanks in advance!
Hey everyone, I've been really into art lately and I wanna get more involved. Does anyone know of any cool art contests specifically for high school students? Looking for both local and national oppor …
I'm leaning towards studying a STEM major, but I don't want something that'll stress me out too much. Any suggestions on relatively easier majors in the STEM field that are still interesting and rewar …
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 …