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AP Lang Rhetorical Analysis Essay - How to Ace It?

Hey guys! Currently prepping for the AP Lang exam, and I could use some advice on writing the rhetorical analysis essay. What's the best way to approach the text and analyze the author's choices effec …

a year ago

Tips for dealing with the waitlist process?

Just got waitlisted at one of my top choice colleges. It's honestly a little overwhelming. How should I approach this situation? Should I be writing a letter of continued interest, or is there a bette …

a year ago

Advice for writing Harvey Mudd essays?

Hi all, I'm currently working on my Harvey Mudd application, and I'm feeling a little bit stressed about the supplemental essays. Any tips or advice on writing these? What do they want to see in a str …

a year ago

Harvard optional essay length?

Hey everyone! I'm applying to Harvard and considering writing the optional essay. Does anyone know how long it should be? I don't want to make it too short or too long!

a year ago

Which AP exam is hardest to score a 5 on?

Hi everyone! I was wondering, which AP exam do you think is the hardest to score a 5 on? I want to make sure I'm well prepared for my upcoming AP exams and would appreciate any insights.

a year ago

Georgetown Summer Academy

Hello! I've been considering the Georgetown Summer Academy program and was wondering if anyone here has attended it? If so, what were your experiences, and do you think attending this program positive …

a year ago

What's a good approach when asking current HBCU students about their experience?

Super interested in some HBCUs and thinking of reaching out to current students. Kinda stressed about it though – what are some respectful and insightful questions I could ask to really learn about th …

a year ago

Looking for interesting research paper topics for high school students?

I have to write a research paper for one of my classes, and I'm kind of struggling to come up with a topic that I'm both interested in and that would be suitable for a high school assignment. Can anyo …

a year ago

Benefits of attending a local HBCU vs. out-of-state?

So I've got this local HBCU that's not too far from home, and I'm wondering if there are any real benefits to staying local for college. How do the experiences differ from going to an HBCU that's out …

a year ago

Georgia Tech Essay Tips Needed!

Hey y'all! I'm applying to Georgia Tech and I want to make my essay as good as possible. Anyone got tips or advice on what to focus on while writing the essay? Thanks in advance!

a year ago

Advice on writing the FIT essay

I'm working on my application to the Fashion Institute of Technology, and I'm a bit stuck on the essay part. Can anyone offer tips or suggestions on how to write a strong essay for FIT? I'm feeling a …

a year ago

Writing a strong essay for nursing-related programs?

I'm applying to colleges with nursing-related majors and I want to make sure my essay reflects my passion and commitment to the field. What are some tips or suggestions on how to make my essay stand o …

a year ago

Which HBCU is known to be the most competitive?

I'm up for a challenge and I’ve heard that some HBCUs can be quite selective. Could anyone share what's considered the most competitive HBCU right now?

a year ago

New Jersey High School Internships?

Hello, fellow juniors! I'm trying to find internships in New Jersey for high school students. If you've participated in one or know of any stellar opportunities, please share them with me! Thanks in a …

a year ago

What does HBCU pride signify for current students and alumni?

Hey everyone, I’ve noticed a lot of HBCU pride merch around and I'm just curious - what does HBCU pride mean to you if you're a current student or an alum? I’m trying to get a student perspective on t …

a year ago

Difficulty of engineering degrees

Hello fellow students! I'm considering pursuing an engineering degree in college, but I've heard that it can be really tough. Can anyone share their experience or give me an idea of how hard it actual …

a year ago

Curious about oldest HBCUs: Which one is the first in the South?

Hello all! I'm exploring the roots of HBCUs and was wondering which one holds the title of the oldest in the Southern United States. I'm trying to understand regional history in the context of HBCUs. …

a year ago

Environmental Science Internships for High Schoolers

I'm really passionate about environmental science and want to pursue an internship or volunteer opportunity in that field during my junior year. Where can I find opportunities that are open to high sc …

a year ago

Can anyone explain how Caltech's Restrictive Early Action works?

I'm considering applying to Caltech and noticed they offer Restrictive Early Action. Does anyone know how that differs from regular Early Action or Early Decision, and what are the implications if I a …

a year ago

Engineering career difficulty?

So, I'm interested in becoming an engineer, but I'm not sure about the difficulty level of this career path. Could anyone shed some light on how tough it is to go through the educational and professio …

a year ago
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