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I'm taking AP Seminar and have heard that the end-of-course exam can be a bit challenging. Any advice or tips on how to prepare for it or what to expect?
Yo, I'm trying to bump up my class rigor for my senior year, but I'd also like to avoid stressing out too much. Can y'all suggest some of the easier AP classes to take? Thanks a bunch!
Hi everyone! I'm looking into choosing a major for college, and I'm curious about what some of the easiest undergraduate degrees to complete are. Any suggestions or experiences to share?
I'm a cheerleader and I'm really dedicated to it, but I'm just wondering if there are any colleges that offer cheerleader scholarships? If yes, how do I apply for one and what should I do to increase …
Hey guys, I'll be taking the AP Calculus BC exam soon and I'm feeling a bit stressed about it. Can anyone give me an idea of how challenging the exam typically is in comparison to other AP exams? Woul …
I'm a junior and trying to boost my college application before it's crunch time. What are some good extracurriculars that could make me stand out? Any unique suggestions?
Hey, applyingtocollege fam! I'm having trouble understanding the difference between BA and BS degrees. Can someone help break down the main differences between them and how it might affect my college …
Hey, everyone! Recently, I've been struggling to decide whether to major in biology or chemistry in college. I love both subjects, but I'm not sure which one will suit me better and offer more career …
I'm planning to write my common app essay and I find prompt 6 interesting, but I'm having a hard time understanding it. Can anyone help explain it to me or give me some ideas on how to approach it? Th …
I have a document-based essay coming up for my history class, and I've never done one before. Can anyone give me some advice on how to approach or structure a document-based essay? Any tips or strateg …
Hey y'all, I'm trying to find some interesting competitions that we can introduce to our high school. What are some competitions you've seen in schools that you think are worth participating in? I'm o …
I recently found out about the Coca-Cola Scholars scholarship program, and I'm super interested! Can anyone who's been through the process shed some light on how to apply and what I should focus on to …
Hey everyone! My school reports our class ranks in quartiles, but I've noticed that some colleges talks about quintiles. Do I need to convert my quartile rank into a quintile for college applications? …
Hi, I'm looking for a way to convert my GPA to the 4.0 scale so that I can compare it with the stats of colleges I'm interested in. Is there any reliable GPA converter online, and what should I be awa …
Hey guys, I'm trying to decide which AP classes to take next year and I'm curious about the pass rates for different subjects. Is there a place where I can find recent data on AP passing rates for dif …
Hello everyone! I've been working on my college application essays and I want to make sure that my 'Why This University?' essay is unique and compelling. Can you share any tips or suggestions on how t …
Hey everyone, I'm looking for help creating a well-rounded and impressive extracurriculars list. What activities should I consider joining and how can I really make them stand out on my college applic …
Hi everyone! I'd like to see some Brown supplemental essays that worked to get a sense of what successful applicants have written in the past. Please share any resources or personal experiences! Thank …
So, I'm thinking about writing my college essay about my struggle with mental health, but I'm not sure how to approach it. Any tips on what to focus on or avoid? I want to be genuine and honest but at …
Hey everyone, I stumbled upon earlyscores.com, which is supposedly a way to get your AP scores earlier. Has anyone used this site before? Is it safe, and does it actually work? Would appreciate any fe …