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Are online language courses for high school credit seen as legit by admissions officers?

Quick question, I'm planning to take Japanese online since my high school doesn't offer it. Will colleges consider this as valid as taking it in person for the foreign language requirement?

a year ago

How do I manage my letters of recommendation on the Common App? Can they be reused?

Quick question, team! So, I have a couple of teachers who've agreed to write my letters of recommendation. I'm wondering about the logistics on the Common App – once they upload their letters, can I u …

a year ago

How to find college credit courses over the summer for a high school student?

Does anyone know where I can find summer college credit courses that are open to high school students? Looking for something to expand my learning and possibly ease my future college course load.

a year ago

What are some recommended pre-college courses for high school students?

I've heard about pre-college programs and I'm thinking they might be a good way to explore my interests before I apply to colleges. Can anyone share experiences or advice on picking quality pre-colleg …

a year ago

High School Classes That Help for a Vet Career?

Hi friends! I'm a total animal lover and my dream is to become a veterinarian. I'm picking my classes for next year and I'm not sure which ones would be best for my vet school journey. Has anyone gone …

a year ago

How do I calculate my high school GPA?

So I've seen a lot of people talk about their GPA and I'm kind of lost on how to calculate mine. What is the process to figure out my high school GPA? Do different schools have different methods or is …

a year ago

What are the advantages of taking AP classes in high school for college apps?

Hey peeps, I'm totally stressing about my course load next year. What AP classes did you take that you think helped strengthen your college application the most? I want to make sure I'm challenging my …

a year ago

Prepping with Practice CLEP Exams

Okay y’all, I plan to tackle a couple of CLEP exams to lighten my future college course load. I've got a pile of books to go through, but I’m looking for official practice CLEP exams to get a real fee …

a year ago

AP Classes: Which are the 'easiest' to manage?

This might be a subjective question, but what are generally considered the 'easiest' AP classes? I want to strike a balance between challenging myself and not overloading my schedule as I plan for jun …

a year ago

Curious about UW's stance on the Common App essay

Hi everyone! I'm drafting my college applications and was wondering if the University of Washington values the Common App essay? Do they review it with as much care as other elements of the applicatio …

a year ago

Are finance classes in high school useful for a business major in college?

So I was looking through my course options for next year and saw that my school offers a finance class. Would taking a class like this be helpful if I'm thinking of majoring in business in college, or …

a year ago

What extracurriculars should I take to complement my class activities?

Hey everyone, I'm thinking about the extracurriculars that might align well with my class activities. Are there clubs or competitions that can boost the experience I'm gaining in classes, especially f …

a year ago

Common App Essay Word Limit—How Strict Is It?

I've just finished my Common App essay draft and it's over the word limit by like 20 words. Do you guys think that's a huge issue, or is there a bit of a grace period with the limit? How strict are th …

a year ago

Seeking colleges akin to Loyola Maryland with a strong Jesuit identity?

Hi all, I'm drawn to the Jesuit values at Loyola Maryland and their commitment to service and ethics. What are some other colleges out there with a strong Jesuit identity that also have solid business …

a year ago

Which math classes should I take in high school to impress colleges?

Hey everyone! I’m a sophomore planning my schedule for junior year. I want to major in engineering, so I'm wondering which math classes are seen as most impressive by colleges? Should I be aiming for …

a year ago

Scheduling and Locating CLEP Exam Centers

Okay, so here's the deal—I'm planning to take a couple of CLEP exams, but I'm not sure where they're administered. I've heard it's not as straightforward as the SAT locations. Does anyone have any exp …

a year ago

Princeton likely letter - urban legend or reality?

Is it true that Princeton sends out likely letters, or is that just a rumor? If they're real, what does it take to get your hands on one of those precious envelopes (or emails, I guess)?

a year ago

Any High School Study Tips to Share?

With junior year challenges hitting me like a truck, I'm looking for some new study techniques that could help me stay on top of my game. Does anyone have personal study tips or habits that have helpe …

a year ago

Is there a difference in how colleges perceive private school GPA versus public high school GPA?

Hey, so I attend a private school and I've heard some people say colleges look at our GPAs differently than those from public schools because of grade inflation or just different standards. Is this tr …

a year ago

What exactly does 'Teacher Evaluation' mean on the Common App?

Hey everyone! I’m at the part of the Common App where I need to get a 'Teacher Evaluation.' Could somebody explain what it’s supposed to include? Is it the same thing as a letter of recommendation, or …

a year ago
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