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I'm drawn to NYU because of its urban setting and the whole 'city is your campus' thing. What are some other universities that offer a similar experience in a big city?

I'm getting down to the nitty-gritty of my college essay, and it hit me – do I even need a title for this thing? Some people have told me it’s more polished with a title but others say it’s just fluff …

Hello fellow sufferers of calculus, I’m looking for some pro tips to tackle the AP Calc BC exam. What worked best for you in terms of study habits or resources? Anything that can help save me would be …

Coding wizards, I need your help! I've been prepping for the AP Computer Science Principles exam, but I don't have a clear picture of what topics will be on the test. Does it go deep into programming …

Hello fellow strugglers, I've signed up for the AP US History exam and I'm starting to freak out a little. I've heard mixed reviews about how tough it is. So, for anyone who's taken it, how hard is th …

Hi friends, trying to get a grip on what to expect for the AP Psychology exam. Can someone explain how exactly our responses are scored? I'm mostly curious about the free-response section since it see …

Quick question for anyone who's taken AP Physics 1—aside from the usual stuff (pens, pencils, calculator), is there anything special you all would recommend bringing to the exam room? I want to make s …

Is there anyone who could tell me the fee for the AP World History exam? I've been saving up from my part-time job, and I just want to make sure I have enough to cover it. Also, does the fee change if …

Looking into the University of North Carolina Wilmington and it seems like a good fit for me, but I’m not sure if my GPA cuts it. Anyone knows if UNCW has a strict GPA requirement or if they take a mo …

I'm stressing out because I tend to get random colds and stuff. If I wake up sick on the day of an AP exam, what should I do? Does anyone know if there are makeup dates or alternative options?

Hey everybody, I’m trying to figure out my schedule for next year and it’s looking like there might be a conflict where I’m unable to take an AP exam on its initial date. Does the College Board offer …

Hi everyone, I'm starting to plan for my upcoming AP exams and was wondering, when are the payments usually due? I don’t want to miss any deadlines and my family is a bit stressed about fitting this e …

Hello! I've been pretty set on Emory because of their reputation for pre-med, but I'm starting to feel like I should have some backup options. I'm looking for schools that offer excellent pre-med advi …

So I'm homeschooled, and I'm trying to figure out how to sign up for AP exams because obviously, my 'school' doesn't offer them. I heard about contacting local schools, but what exactly is the process …

Hi everyone! I've been super interested in the supportive and empowering environment that women's colleges like Smith offer. Can anybody point me toward other women's colleges that have that tight-kni …

Hey everyone! So I've been hearing a TON about how important the personal statement is for your college application, and I'm kinda stressing. How much does it really factor into admissions decisions? …

Hello! I’m planning my schedule for senior year and wondering if I should take AP Calculus AB. I’m decent at math but no prodigy or anything. For anyone who’s taken the exam - was it a nightmare or ac …

I’m almost done with my college essay, but I’m stuck on the conclusion. How can I write a conclusion for my college essay that’s impactful but doesn’t just repeat everything I've already said? Any tip …

Ok, so AP Macroeconomics is kinda freaking me out. It's a lot of info, and I wanna make sure I get a 5. Does anyone have an effective study strategy or go-to resources that made a significant differen …

The deadline is creeping up and I’m still staring at a blank document. ☹ I’ve gotta come up with a solid topic for my college essay but my mind is just blanking. Anyone have good strategies for brains …