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What are some insightful ways to approach the Columbia University prompts on the application? I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences, so I can apply them to my own writing.
Hey y'all! I've been wondering if high schools actually look at middle school grades when you're applying to them. Anyone have any experience or info about this? Thanks!
Hey guys, I came across the term 'late registration' in relation to college admissions, and I'm not quite sure what it means. Can someone clear this up for me and explain any potential consequences of …
Hello everyone! I'm considering pursuing a business major in college and I'm curious about the math requirements. Do you need to take calculus for a business degree or are there other math classes I s …
Okay, so my GPA is not as high as I would like it to be and I want to improve it quickly. What are some effective strategies to bring it up fast? Any advice would be really helpful!
Hey guys, I'm wondering how much involvement my parents should have in the common app process. Are there any specific sections they need to help with or any part of the application where their input i …
So, I was homeschooled and I'm about to apply to colleges. I'm not sure how to approach getting a counselor letter of recommendation since I don't have a traditional guidance counselor. Any advice on …
Hi everyone, I've dealt with the loss of a very important person in my life and I'm considering writing my college essay about it. However, I don't want to come off as using sympathy for an advantage. …
Hey everyone! I'm applying to the engineering program at Cornell and I'm struggling with writing my supplemental essays. Does anyone have any examples or advice on what made their essays successful? I …
Hello everyone! Due to the pandemic, I am searching for online alternatives to learn or gain experience in something. Are there any free online programs specifically designed for high school students …
Hey! I'm prepping for the SAT and I know that comma splices can sometimes show up on the Writing section. Can anyone provide some quick tips/review on comma rules that'll help me avoid errors?
Hi everyone! As I'm working on my college applications, I realized I'm not sure what counts as academic honors for the Common App. Can you give me some examples of awards or achievements that typicall …
I'm an H4 visa holder and about to start my college application process. Are there any scholarships available for H4 students? If you guys know of any, please let me know!
I've been hearing a lot about 'hidden ivies' lately. Can anyone explain what this term means and which schools are considered as such? I'm curious to know my options for applying!
Hey, I'm applying to Brown this cycle and I'm trying to brainstorm ideas for my application essays. Can anyone share some tips or experiences that might help me craft a standout essay?
Hey guys! I'm currently a junior considering applying Early Decision to a college next year. Could you give me some advice on the benefits and drawbacks of going the ED route? Please share your own ex …
Hello, everyone! I'm working on my application for Harvard, and I'm having a hard time brainstorming ideas for the essay prompts. Any suggestions for topics or themes that would make for a strong essa …
I had to change high schools in my junior year, and I'm worried about how it might affect my college applications. Does transferring high schools typically look bad to colleges? Should I address this …
On the flip side, do you guys think that graduating early could potentially make my application stand out in a positive way? What are the pros and cons of doing so?
Hi everyone. I have a relatively low GPA, like 3.5 unweighted, but I've got a pretty unique background and some solid achievements. Do y'all think I still have a shot at getting into Harvard? Any advi …