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REGENTS SCHOLARSHIP

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Community Service & Miscellaneous

1.) How does one record community service in the resume? By a description such as "hosted an art camp for elementary students"? Do you record hours as well? 2.) How does the admission counselor verify...

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Is it ever reasonabe to aspire to get into Duke?

It really seems like a complete hit or miss. Not saying anyone can get in, but knowing someone who got a 35 on their ACT, plenty of extracurriculars and leadership positions, they even got into Yale,...

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Official Harvard Fall 2014 Transfer Discussion Thread

I didn't see anyone start a discussion for this year's transfer cycle so I thought I'd start one. Anyone else applying?? I'm applying as a rising sophomore and I have some questions about the...

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Differences of city and suburban high schools

I was wondering how people at suburban highs experience with school is different from a large city. Could you tell me how your experience is different/ similar to mine. Okay, so I go to a good Chicago...

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Feb 22 Housing Choices?

I was recently accepted into UT and I'm planning on applying for housing on campus. I know it's pretty late already, but if I'm interested in having a dorm with a bathroom or even a single..what are my...

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Syracuse Regular Decision Class of 2018

Well I haven't seen a regular decision thread or cannot find it, sooooooooo here we're go! March is almost here

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Getting into a top university?

Hi, I am a sophomore in high school and I want to know what are my chances into getting in a college like William and Mary, or UVA. When I mean something like "those colleges", I mean in terms of...

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Parents! Private vs. Public Costs?

My college choices are down to two schools: One is a large public university where I would be in their Business Honors Program and have access to a great business school and in-state tuition. My other...

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Weather

I have been accepted and I am so excited! However, there's one thing that's really holding me back: the weather. I am used to warm weather and I know, for sure, that it would be difficult to adapt, but...

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Parents of the HS Class of 2014

Congratulations to all parents of recent middle school graduates! In a couple months, our youngsters will be starting their four year high school jouney. Let's share our thoughts and provide support to...

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TO ALL BUDDING GRAMMAR AFICIONADOS

I have three questions for you guys. I hope you can help. 1st Question: “I don't know how to go about this" John said “Did you go to class John?" I said [Do I need the I said?? or is it obvious it is...

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Is the SAT/ACT a reliable source for admissions?

What are your opinions on the SAT and ACT as indicator for college preparation? I heard some top high school students in the sciences and mathematics that have said that the SAT is not reliable. There...

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New Jahi McMath OP-ED from LA Times

Very interesting commentary from Meghan Daum that just came out. I can't get the link right but if you google "In Jahi's case, past time for a reality check" it should pop up.

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Fall 2014 transfers?

Hey guys, Please put your stats here if you plan on transferring for Fall 2014. HS GPA: I think around 2.0 GPA: 3.71 Major Pre-reqs Completed: All except Calculus Intended Major: Business...

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UConn Admissions Decisions

Although UConn Admissions has stated that their decisions are released March 1, does anyone know if they have been released earlier in previous years?

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***March 2014 SAT (US ONLY)***

This thread is for those people who are taking the March SAT in the US. We can share tips and studying tactics. Only 17 more days until the big test. As for me, this is my first time taking it. I'm...

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Merit scholarships

Anyone hear when these are coming out?

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Bank of America Student Leaders 2014

I'm going to go ahead and open a thread on this program since apparently it's very popular! Who else is applying to this program, and what district are you from? I hear great things about this program.

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Can you help me with this math problem?

Jenna and her dad have to go to a college 325 miles away. Jenna travels 65 miles per hour. Her dad only travels 55 miles per hour. She lets her dad get a half hour head start. At what mile will they...

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