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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 …

Hey fellow calc students, I'm trying not to stress out too much, but I gotta know—how long does the AP Calculus exam (both AB and BC) take? I want to mentally prepare myself for the marathon ahead. Ti …

Junior here feeling the pressure for the AP Chem exam—any last-minute tips or must-know concepts? How did you guys balance the labs and theory part? Would love to know what review books or online reso …

OK, so here’s what’s up: I'm signing up for classes for senior year and I'm wondering if taking AP classes in my final year will matter to colleges? Will it help beef up my GPA and show that I'm takin …

Hey everyone! I'm really intent on applying to MIT, and I’m trying my best to get my GPA as high as possible. But I’ve been juggling a lot with extracurriculars and leadership roles. Does anyone know …

A&M has this big school spirit and a ton of traditions, which is sort of what I’m looking for. Besides the obvious choices, are there other colleges that have a similar type of community and campus li …

I'm really into the community and programs at App State, especially their outdoor clubs and business courses. Just wondering what other universities offer a similar feel or have comparable programs? B …

Hey y'all! I’m wrapping up my AP class selection for next year, but I want to map out my exam prep. For specific subjects like AP Calc AB, AP Computer Science, AP English, and AP Psych, does anyone kn …

Hey everyone, I'm brainstorming topics for my college essays and I'm wondering if talking about my religious journey is too risky? It's been a big part of my life and has really shaped who I am, but I …

Salut classmates, any advice on how to study for the AP French exam? I'm looking for ways to improve my listening and speaking skills, as well as general study tips. Would love to hear from someone wh …

So... AP Language and Composition is no joke, and the exam is looming. I'm reasonably confident about the essays, but the multiple-choice questions worry me. Did anyone have a breakthrough moment with …

So, I know the essay might be my chance to stand out, but I’m having trouble figuring out what to write about. Does anyone have any strategies or tips on how to narrow down a topic for the college ess …

Just out of curiosity, do any of your schools cover the cost of AP exams? I've heard that some schools might pay for them, but I'm not sure how common that is. Would be nice to not have to shell out s …

Hey, just wondering what the norm is for AP classes post-exams. What do you usually do in AP classes after the AP exams are done? Are there still assignments, or is it more like a study hall vibe?