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Junior trying to plan out my senior year. I know AP courses can often give you college credits, but do honors classes also help with earning credits, or are they just weighted more heavily for your GP …
Ok so UPenn is definitely on my radar - the prestige, the campus, the opportunities... But I'm a bit stuck, program-wise. For any Quakers out there or anyone in the know, what majors is the University …
I'm currently planning out my schedule for next year and I have the option to take a few accelerated classes. I'm wondering how colleges view these compared to honors classes. Will they count them the …
Hey everyone! Navigating the sea of colleges is overwhelming, and I'm trying to understand how certain universities stand out. Like, for instance, what specialties or programs is Florida Polytechnic U …
Hey guys, I just took the PSAT as a freshman and scored a 1220. I’m wondering if this is a solid starting point? Also, how much improvement can I reasonably expect over the next couple of years?
Hey there! I've been looking into Northwestern University, and I've heard a lot about their journalism and theatre departments being top-notch. Could anyone provide deeper insight into what other prog …
Hello, I'm aiming for some of the more competitive colleges and I'm trying to figure out what PSAT score I should be targeting. Any insights on what’s considered impressive or strong? Thanks in advanc …
So I'm starting to prep for the SAT, and I'm wondering if I should bother with the PSAT. Do you guys think it’s good practice, or is it just another test to stress about?
Hey, I've heard that you can link your PSAT scores to Khan Academy for personalized SAT prep. Does anyone know how to do this? I figure it's a great way to start getting ready for the actual SAT test.
I've had a pretty intense experience with heartbreak that's really changed me. I’m wondering if sharing this in my college essay would help me stand out or if it would just seem melodramatic and unpro …
Okay, so I've started to look into Oakland University and I can't seem to find if they accept the Common App or not. Could someone who’s applied confirm this? Trying to streamline my application proce …
Does it look bad to colleges if you get a 'C' in an Honors class? I'm trying hard but some subjects are just rough, y'know?
Hello friends! I have respect for Liberty University's commitment to Christian values and ethical standards in its education. I'm curious if there are other universities out there that integrate faith …
Hey peeps, thinking of applying to Oregon State and was wondering, what is Oregon State University best known for academically or extracurricularly?
Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior and planning out my schedule for senior year. I've taken a few honors classes already, but I'm wondering, do honors classes really make a big difference when it co …
Ok, so I've heard that some states have all students take the PSAT and others don't? What's up with that? Does it depend on where you go to school, or is it a state-wide policy? Just want to understan …
Hello everyone! I'm a junior and I keep hearing about 'honors classes,' but I'm not totally clear on what they are. Could someone break down what defines an honors class and how it's different from re …
Alright, so I hear a lot about the PSAT and how we should take it seriously, but can someone enlighten me on what the point of the PSAT is? Is it just practice for the SAT, or is there more to it?
Howdy folks, I'm tailoring my list and Boston College caught my eye. I know some schools ask for supplements, but does every college have their own unique supplemental essays?
Hey everyone! I'm currently a junior and I’ve been looking into Wesleyan University because I'm really drawn to its strong liberal arts curriculum and campus vibe. Could you guys suggest some other co …