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To all the future Cardinal applicants, what GPA are we supposed to aim for? Do they look at unweighted or weighted more, and what’s the average GPA of a Stanford admit? Feeling the pressure and could …

Just found out about Colorado College's unique Block Plan where you take one class at a time. It sounds pretty cool and I think it might suit my learning style better. Are there any other colleges out …

Hey everyone, I really love the vibes at the College of William and Mary—the history, the tight-knit community, and the focus on undergraduate teaching. I'm trying to expand my list with schools that …

Spelman College is on my list due to its stellar history of empowering African American women. I'd love to find out if there are more colleges out there that provide the same supportive and enriching …

Stats isn’t clicking for me as I hoped it would, and I've got the AP exam coming up. Did anyone find a certain study method or resource indispensable for understanding the content? Looking to at least …

Hey folks, just trying to plan out my junior year and I'm feeling a bit lost. What do you think is a manageable number of AP exams to take in one year? I really want to challenge myself but also don't …

Juniors and seniors, how did y'all tackle studying for the AP Environmental Science exam? I'm juggling a couple of AP classes and need some efficient ways to prep. Also, how much did you rely on outsi …

Hey everyone! So I've narrowed my choices down to two colleges that are super similar in terms of the programs they offer, their campus vibe, and their locations. How did you make a decision when it w …

Hey everyone, so I’m taking AP World History this year and I’ve heard it’s pretty heavy on content. How do you guys review for the exam effectively? Any specific strategies or study materials that cou …

Hey everyone! I've heard about Simon's Rock and how they offer a college experience to students after 10th grade. Are there other colleges that offer a similar program where I can start before finishi …

I've revised my college essay like a million times by now, but I still can't shake the feeling of doubt. How can I gauge if it's actually hitting the mark and would impress an admissions officer? Does …

Hi everyone! I'm planning out my schedule for next year and I'm wondering how many different AP exams there are. I want to challenge myself but also don't want to overcommit. Does anyone have a list o …

Math isn't exactly my strongest suit, and I'm stressed about the AP Calculus BC exam. For those who've succeeded, can you share your experiences on how you prepared effectively and the resources you s …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior starting to prep for my AP exams and I'm kinda anxious about how they're structured. Can anyone break down what the format typically looks like for these tests? I'm specific …

This might seem like a silly question, but I'm a bit confused about the logistics. Where exactly are we supposed to take our AP exams? Is there some specific place or does it vary? Thanks for the help …

Hi there! Can someone who's taken AP Research tell me how it works? I'm curious because I heard it doesn't have a traditional exam, but rather a project submission. Does that mean there's no sit-down …

AP Calc AB peeps! I need some advice here... What are the key topics you think I definitely need to understand to not just pass, but actually do well on the AP Calculus AB exam?

Quick question guys, I'm a bit confused about formats for the college essay. I know in high school we're drilled to use MLA format for pretty much everything. Does the same rule apply to college appli …

I’ve heard Columbia has a really competitive applicant pool, and I’m trying to understand what stands out in their admissions process. What are the average stats (GPA, test scores, etc.) and extracurr …

Okay, I know there’s probably a 'recommended' length for college essays, but what’s the real sweet spot? Should I be hitting the maximum word count to show I’ve put in effort, or is it more about qual …