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Hi 2015 Applicants! I know a thread already exists for 2015 UCLA, but I thought I would start one for the Application in general. A question to start off: Is anyone else having problems uploading info...
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Hey, so I am a freshman taking AP Human Geo. We recently had our first quiz (Rubenstein 10th edition key issues 1.1) which I got a 78 on (considered a low C in my state, ikr it's insane). Our teacher...
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This week California lawmakers (and other states already) are deliberating the adoption of a legal standard they call "Affirmative Consent," which if I understand correctly, will require public...
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Hello, So I have been playing an instrument in the orchestra ever since i first picked it up which was about 7 years ago. This year due to scheduling mistakes made by my school, all the classes filled...
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Dear Friends, Hello! I am a current rising sophomore at a university in the Pacific Northwest, and looking into transferring to Loyola Marymount University for the 2015-2016 academic year. Since the...
View ArticleReduced living expenses at home after child goes to college
Hi, My D will be starting as a freshman OOS starting next week. We have a younger son in HS, so we won't be moving or downsizing the home. Based on your experiences, I am wondering what (if any) type...
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Hey guys I'm a senior in high school whittling down my list of colleges to apply to. I have a 4.65 gpa and a 2190 on my SAT. I'm looking to go to a school on the east coast. Money is not TOO much of an...
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What are my chances at getting accepted ED to CAS? half Indian, half Caucasian female; I live in Pennsylvania GPA: 4.17/4.33 UW (all As and A+s) Class Rank: 4/330ish SAT I: 2230 (Math 800, Writing 760,...
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Hi, I am going to be applying to college this year and I wanted you guys to see which colleges might accept me. GPA-3.2-unweighted 3.266- weighted ACT-31 AP Eviromental Sciece-3 I am graduating from...
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Hi Guys! Could anyone please suggest what prep books I should get for the following classes for this upcoming school year? AP English Language and Composition AP Physics 1/C (I am self studying C) AP...
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Okay, I know most of us a gracious, tactful, and subtle in person with our friends and acquaintences, saying the "right" thing, being supportive, etc But admit it, often you would like to just blurt...
View ArticleIs Bryn Mawr worth the effort?
I thought that I'd apply to Bryn Mawr, because I really liked it when I visited, adored my interviewer/admissions officer, and it's also free. The thing is, I'm homeschooled, and they have a whole list...
View Article"Why You Can't Catch Up"-- New York Times Education Life Article
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