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Physics is already kinda daunting, and I'm stressing out about taking AP Physics 1. Can someone tell me how many questions are on the exam so I can gauge the pacing needed during the test?
Hi friends! Can someone tell me when the registration deadline for AP exams is? I'm juggling a ton of activities and I don’t want to miss it by accident. Thanks in advance!
Doing my research, I realized Penn State has a strong vibe with major school spirit and a reputable business program. I'd love to add schools to my list that match that energy and have similar opportu …
So I've been hearing different things about AP Psych—some say it's super easy, and others say it’s deceptively hard. I'm thinking of self-studying for it since I'm pretty interested in psychology. Any …
Hello fellow students, I've been brainstorming for my college essays and honestly, I just want to write something that will stick in the admissions officers’ minds. What have you heard or experienced …
Junior year's hitting me hard, and I'm updating my college list. Just curious, what's a competitive GPA for Northeastern? I've taken lots of APs and honors but my GPA’s at a 4.2W. Is that enough or sh …
I have the AP Lit exam coming up and I'm a bit stressed about it. I enjoy the class and the reading, but the exam format seems tough. How did y'all study to score well on this one? Any advice would be …
Need some advice! For those who’ve excelled in the AP Lang exam, what’s your secret sauce? I’m worried about managing my time effectively during the exam and totally could use some study strategy tips …
RPI's reputation in tech and engineering is stellar. I'm searching for similar schools that excel in these fields. Any thoughts on other tech/engineering-focused institutions like RPI?
Hey everyone, I'm a bit stressed out about starting my essay. What are some unique ways to introduce myself in a college essay that can make a strong impression right from the start? I want to stand o …
Hi everyone! I'm planning my freshman year high school schedule and I'm a little bit stressed about picking the right number of honors classes. I want to challenge myself, but not to the extent where …
Hello! As I'm starting to prep my college list, Boston College really stands out to me. Could someone shed light on the average GPA, SAT/ACT scores, or types of extracurriculars for students admitted …
Hey folks! A bit stressed here because I'm trying to plan out my classes for my first year of college and I'm not sure how to balance things out. Is there a minimum or a recommended number of credits …
Franklin and Marshall has that balance of liberal arts focus and strong pre-professional programs that I find really appealing. What other schools have a similar vibe or combination?
Just curious, how heavily do colleges weigh our AP exam scores in the admissions process? Do they actually make or break an application?
Okay, so I may be a little confused here, but do I have to take the AP exam for every AP class I'm taking? Is it a school policy thing, or is there some flexibility? Help a junior out, please!
A bit stressed here because I've been reading about severe consequences of plagiarism. What specifically happens if someone accidentally includes a few lines in their college essay that are too simila …
I've got this amazing set of gel pens that I love writing with, but I heard we might not be able use them on the AP exams. Is that true? Should I just stick to ballpoint pens?
Stats has always been tough for me and with the AP exam coming up, I'm getting pretty anxious. What study habits helped you guys succeed, and are there any online resources that explain the concepts i …
Has anyone ever taken the same AP exam more than once? I'm not exactly thrilled with my score from last year, and I'm considering a redo. Is that even a thing, and if so, what should I consider before …