I feel like I’ve run out of things to study! This school year, I was able to study really well, putting in nearly two hours almost every day. However, I can’t shake the feeling that I haven’t studied enough. I recently had a chemistry exam competition, and now I’m left […]
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What is the minimum GPA you should aim for by the end of your sophomore year? Specifically, what are the expected weighted and unweighted GPAs for gaining admission into the top 10, top 20, top 30, or top 40 schools? How many AP classes do you suggest taking after sophomore […]
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Progress in My Son’s Behavior I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my son’s attitude and behavior in the classroom.
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How is my high school transcript shaping up? I’m currently in the second semester of 10th grade, so my grades for this semester haven’t been included yet.
Read MoreSince I came to college I realized that I like being alone– is that a bad thing?
Since starting college, I’ve come to the realization that I actually enjoy being alone— is that a problem? Hi, I’m Ivy, and I wanted to share my thoughts on a recent discovery about myself. Back in high school, I had this idea that college would be all about parties, drinking, […]
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A Valuable Perspective to Consider It’s been years since I was in school, and during my time there, I often found myself tuning out. I was the typical average student, and my lack of focus was the main reason I didn’t excel. It wasn’t about a lack of intelligence; there’s […]
Read Moreis “youth leaders summit” (ysl) legit?
Is the “Youth Leaders Summit” (YSL) legitimate? Hi everyone, I’m a junior and I recently got an email about YSL, which is a multi-day summer college program organized by YSC. This year, it will be held at Princeton University and is all expenses paid. I’m currently halfway through the application, […]
Read MoreHow many courses/credits would I commonly take during a four week summer session?
How many courses or credits should I expect to take during a four-week summer session? To give you some background, I’m an international student who will have just completed high school in my home country this summer. I’m considering enrolling in a college for a few weeks to gain some […]
Read MoreI just picked my APs for the next 3 years, am I cooked?
I just finalized my AP schedule for the next three years—am I in over my head? 😅 Here’s what I’ve chosen for 10th to 12th grade, all honors and AP courses: 10th Grade: – AP African American Studies 11th Grade: – AP Language and Composition – AP Psychology – AP […]
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