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I'm starting to plan for my SAT and I'm a little bit stressed about it. Does anyone know if colleges care about how many times you've taken the SAT? I want to aim for a good score, but I'm concerned r …

Hi folks! I'm super passionate about gaming and programming, and considering a degree in game development. Does anyone know if it's worth it in terms of job prospects, or should I consider a more gene …

I'm curious and a bit anxious about the idea of attending an HBCU as a white student. I really admire the history and community aspect of HBCUs but I'm worried about feeling out of place. Has anyone h …

I am applying to Caltech and have a few projects that I'm particularly proud of. How does submitting a portfolio to colleges like Caltech work, and can it actually make a difference in my application?

Hey everyone! I’m starting to plan my summer and would love to get involved in an engineering program. What are some well-regarded or beneficial engineering summer programs that high school students c …

Can anyone provide a rundown of how much the SAT costs in total, including any additional fees? Also, are there any parts of the registration process that are easy to miss or that I should double-chec …

Hey everyone, I'm a HS junior thinking ahead about college costs, and I've heard about ROTC program scholarships. Does participation in an ROTC program stand out on college applications? Also, if I ge …

Submitted an ED application and got deferred (ouch). Just wondering, if I'm fortunate enough to get accepted during the regular round, am I still bound to attend, or can I consider other offers?

Starting to get antsy waiting for college decisions – does anyone have a list or know when most colleges are planning to release their acceptances/rejections for 2024? If you've been through this befo …

This is a nightmare, guys. I got a letter accusing me of cheating on the SAT, but I swear I didn't do anything wrong. Has this happened to anyone else? What are the steps I should take to clear this u …

I just heard about Duke's fly-in program and I think it might be a great opportunity to experience the campus. Can someone give me details on what the program includes and how to apply? Any personal e …

I had a rough start this year and bombed one of my quarters. I’m freaking out a little – can I still pass the class if I do well in the other quarters, or am I doomed?

Hey everyone! For those of you attending HBCUs, I'm really curious about the kinds of support services offered for students as they prepare for their careers. Are the career centers at HBCUs well-equi …

I hear the SAT is going digital soon, and I’m not sure how this affects my preparation. Are the types of questions changing? Do I need to practice differently, or should I be aware of any specific tip …

So I keep coming across the term 'commuter college' when looking at schools and I'm not quite sure what that means. How does attending a commuter college differ from other college experiences? If any …

Hey, does anyone know where I can find a reliable free SAT diagnostic test? I want to get a baseline score to figure out how much I need to study. Links or tips would be really helpful. Thanks in adva …

So I'm planning out my junior year and, honestly, I want to nail the SAT/ACT. Any advice on creating a long-term study guide or schedule that won't drive me insane? How do you balance this with school …

I'm a junior in high school and theatre is my passion. I've been looking into HBCUs for college, and I'm curious if any of you have recommendations for HBCUs with strong theatre programs. I'm hoping t …

Hey everyone, aiming high here and wondering if anyone has tips on how to make the most out of SAT practice guides. I’m targeting that perfect score and could use some advice on strategies that work—h …

Junior year is hitting hard and I'm trying to plan out my courses for next year. I’ve got the option to take some IB classes at either Standard Level (SL) or Higher Level (HL). Do colleges care which …