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How Hard is 12th Grade?

Hey upperclassmen, I'm going to be a senior next year and am freaking out a bit. I've heard some horror stories about 12th grade being super hard. Can somebody please tell me what to expect? Are the c …

a year ago

Princeton early action acceptance rate

Hey all, I was wondering if anyone knows the early action acceptance rate for Princeton? I'm considering applying early action this fall, but I want to make sure I have a good understanding of how com …

a year ago

Scripps College admissions - Is a supplemental essay required?

I'm starting to work on my college applications and came across Scripps College. Does anyone know if they require any supplemental essays? Would really appreciate any info on this current application …

a year ago

Canceling AP scores after June 15?

Hey guys, I've been thinking, is it still possible to cancel my AP scores even after the June 15 deadline? I'm not feeling too confident about my performance on this year's tests and I don't want them …

a year ago

New England medical schools - what do they look for?

For anyone applying or currently attending a New England medical school, could you give insight into what these schools look for in a candidate? Are there any specific qualities they value or are know …

a year ago

Info on pre-med courses?

Hi everyone, I'm a junior and trying to learn more about pre-med courses to prepare for a future in medicine. What kinds of courses should I take, and are there any specific science or humanities clas …

a year ago

SAT to PSAT conversion

Hey everyone! I'm curious if there's a way to directly convert my SAT score to a PSAT score. Is there a reliable method or formula to do this? Any help would be appreciated, thanks!

a year ago

Carnegie Mellon supplement advice

Hi everyone! I'm working on my application for Carnegie Mellon and would love some advice on how to approach their supplemental essays. Any tips from those who have been through the process before? Th …

a year ago

Is World Civilization a difficult class?

I was thinking about taking World Civilization next year, but I've heard mixed things about its difficulty. Can anyone who has taken the class share their experiences or insights? Is it tough to get a …

a year ago

What is Paideia Reed, and what is its significance?

I've recently heard about the Paideia Reed at Reed College. Can anyone explain what Paideia is, and how it affects the campus culture and students' experiences?

a year ago

Is my SAT score of 1540 good enough?

Hey guys, so I recently took the SAT and ended up with a score of 1540. I'm really shooting for top-tier schools - do you think my score is competitive enough or should I consider retaking the test?

a year ago

Need help with incredibly hard math problems!

Hey everyone, I've been struggling with some really difficult math problems for a while now and I'm just not getting it. Can you guys recommend any resources or websites with detailed explanations for …

a year ago

NCA All American Cheer process?

Hey guys, could anyone explain the process of becoming an NCA All American Cheerleader? I'd really appreciate any advice or insight on training, tryouts, and what it takes to make it.

a year ago

Advice for a future Neuro major?

I'm really passionate about neuroscience and plan to major in it in college. For those who are already Neuro majors, what advice do you have for someone starting out? Courses, internships or experienc …

a year ago

Examples of High School Leadership Positions?

Hey guys! I'm a junior and I was wondering what kind of leadership positions you all held during high school (clubs, sports teams, etc.). I'm looking for ideas and inspiration to help me get more invo …

a year ago

What does 'JV soccer' stand for? How can I join?

Hi, I see lots of discussions about JV soccer and I am confused about what it means. Can someone explain what it is and how you can get involved? Would playing JV soccer help my college applications?

a year ago

College visits during the summer?

I want to visit some colleges this summer, but I'm not sure if it's the best time to go. What's the general consensus on summer college visits? Is it worth it, or should I aim for visits during the sc …

a year ago

High school biology internships?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior who's super into biology and I've been trying to find internships I can do, preferably over the summer. Can you recommend some high school biology internships that are avail …

a year ago

Engineering internships for high schoolers?

Hi! I'm a high school junior and I'm really into engineering. I was wondering if there are any engineering internships available specifically for high school students? If so, could you share your expe …

a year ago

Max word count for Common App essay?

Hey guys! I'm working on my Common App essay and I want to make sure I don't go over the word limit. What's the max word count allowed for this essay? Thanks for your help!

a year ago
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