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Mahmoud252 views

College classes vs. AP classes?

Ever since I started high school, I always thought taking actual college classes made more sense. However, I’ve begun to wonder if specific selective colleges will look at them differently regarding college applications. I have taken 20 credits at my state university (UMN) and more at my local CC. My school offers multiple AP classes, but I choose college classes because they allow me diverse options of courses each semester. I will graduate from high school with 80+ college credits. Is it possible that I may be at a disadvantage regarding this choice? Will the college review my application and say they want students with AP classes?

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Dual Enrollment vs. AP courses?

Since beginning high school, I've believed enrolling in college courses would be more advantageous. However, I've started to wonder whether certain selective colleges might perceive them differently in the context of college applications. l've claimed 20 credits at my state university (UMN) and additional credits at my local community college. Although my school offers multiple AP classes, I opted for college courses due to the diverse options available each semester. By the time I graduate from high school, I'll have amassed over 80 college credits. Is it plausible that this choice might put me at a disadvantage? Could colleges prioritize students with AP classes when reviewing applications? To be honest, I think they would prefer AP classes because they're standardized across the nation, but on the other side, I believe college/university classes are more rigorous and can reflect my intellectual curiosity.

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Karoline436 views

what degrees do you need to be a PA?

#students #college-applications #out-of-state-student

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Gap Years: Are they worth the hype?

The New York Times discussed Malia Obama's contribution to a 'growing and expensive' gap year trend. Is a gap year a good decision for students who want to learn what life has to offer or is it just a waste of time? Taking into account that a student would do some type of volunteering or contribute to society in a way during the gap year. #college #volunteering #travel #college-applications #work-life-balance #gap-year

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How important is your major when applying to colleges?

Is it okay to apply #undecided? Did you switch you major in college and was it hard to do? #college #college-major #job #major #college-applications #application

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What things should be considered in choosing the college or university you are going into?

Office Hours #4: AMA (Ask Me Anything) with Mark Eagle This question was posed by a question during one of our most recent "CareerVillage Office Hours" sessions. During Office Hours sessions, we invite students to pose questions related to a specific topic. In this case, the topic was preparing for life after high school. If you answer this question, we will reach out to the students who attended this office hours session to inform them of your response, and all students on CareerVillage will benefit. If you would be interested in hosting an office hours session on a particular topic, please reach out to our staff! #college-applications #choosing-a-college #applying #college-search #college

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My gpa is a 2.83 my dream college says if a student has a gpa of 3.3 they are automatically accepted, how do I bring up my gpa?

I’m a senior this year and my dream college early application is this December #college-admissions #gpa #college-applications

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Makenzie585 views

Medical School Advice

I have an okay GPA (3.51) and an okay MCAT score (497). My extracurricular activities, awards, volunteer work, and other activities are extremely good. How good are my chances of making into a medical school? Any advice to make me a stronger applicant? #medschool #pre-med #college-applications

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Delaney810 views

What are some ways to ensure acceptance into medical school?

I am trying to plan ahead to ensure I am accepted into medical school. #medschool #college-applications

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Are extra curricular's required on a college application to get in?

I am in 9th grade and I have heard that college applications need extra curricular's. At the moment I am doing none and I need to know if I should get into some so that I can get into a college I prefer. #college #college-applications #extracurriculars

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How do I select what to put on my resumé?

I understand that it often depends on where it is being distributed. However, I seem to have too much pertinent information to fit on a single page. In general, is it better to include diverse aspects of your being, or focalize around that field in which you are interested? #resume #college-applications #resume-writing #job-application

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What are the different types of college applications? Like, early action versus early decision

I'm in high school hoping to go into either a health or law profession after college. I am currently undecided about which university I want to go to and what my major will be. #college #college-applications

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Cecila744 views

Who should I ask for letters of recommendation?

For a multitude of #scholarships, I have been asked to provide letters of #recommendation and I am at a loss for who I should ask. I am a wrestler and pole vaulter but I have little faith in my coaches ability to draw up a well-written letter that would help my case. I am not involved in any clubs or groups in my school other than Yearbook. #academic-advising #college-applications #references #career-development

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When applying to a research school, what would be best to highlight throughout my college application?

I am currently a high school junior, I will go to college to study Chemical Engineering. I understand research is important to highlight, but other than that, what would show schools like MIT, GA Tech, and Cal Tech that I am prepared to attend their institution? #college #engineering #chemistry #chemical-engineering #college-applications #application

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Tasnia460 views

What are the first steps in determining a career path?

I am a junior in highschool and college applications are opening soon. #college #college-advice #career #career-choice #college-applications

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alex295 views

how do i go to college for music?

how do i get to college for music performance, what should i do, why should i go to college for it, and when should I start applying. I am in the 10th grade

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Skyler796 views

What's the FERPA?

Hi all! So I am using the common app and I'm just confused as to what the FERPA is and if I should surrender my right or not. Thanks in advance! #common-app #college #college-advice #ferpa #college-applications

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What is the best advice you can give on writing college applications?

What looks good? What looks bad? How can you stand out? I want to know how to best interest them in me. #college #teacher #professional #education #college-admissions #college-applications #college-advice #admissions

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Karen998 views

On average, how many colleges should I look into applying to?

I am currently in my junior year, a crucial time for many high school students around the world. I have to focus on keeping my grades up, while studying and taking the SATs. This is also the time I have to start applying to colleges and then hoping that they would later accept me as one of their own. I am not well-off financially. I don't have the extra money to be spending on SAT classes or private tutoring. I don't want to waste my parents' money on applying to colleges that won't even accept me. I would probably have to take out loans to pay off my college debt in the future. Knowing that, how many colleges should I plan on applying to? I know many college applications cost money, some even over $100. I know eventually I will financially drain myself, but I don't want to start just yet. #college #money #student #high-school #college-applications #student-loans #money-management #financial

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Rhyian244 views

Can you put a taking care of a hospice family member on applications?

I haven't did a passion project and I'm in the summer before my senior year, I have an idea (maybe) on one but it's too late to show time commitment and stuff like that on it right? That's what I was told. But my mother got extremely sick last year and was on hospice for almost half of my junior year. As the hospice working only came once a week, I was her my main caretaker along with my uncle. I'm about to start volunteering at a hospital, but was wondering if I could put hospice on an application? Would that have the benefit of a passion project? Or what can I do now in place of a passion project?

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What is it like to change your major? In which year did you make the change?

Office Hours #2: SDSU College Student Panel This question was posed by a question during one of our most recent "CareerVillage Office Hours" sessions. During Office Hours sessions, we invite students to pose questions related to a specific topic. In this case, the topic was college life. If you answer this question, we will reach out to the students who attended this office hours session to inform them of your response, and all students on CareerVillage will benefit. If you would be interested in hosting an office hours session on a particular topic, please reach out to our staff! #college #college-applications #major #major-change

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Should I still apply to my dream school even though my SAT score isn’t up to par? If so, how can I make my application stand out to the admissions committee?

My SAT scores are below average for my dream college, however, my GPA, community service, and extra curricular activities are great. #college #school #high-school-classes #college-applications #vanderbilt #university

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Brittany1084 views

Is experience in internships more valued than grades in school to get into a college?

I am currently a high school student and my grades aren't the best however I have a lot of first hand experience in interships #college #doctor #nursing #internships #college-admissions #college-applications #grades #education-management

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Daniel1277 views

Does applying for Early Decision or Early Action help your chances?

I am a Junior in high school hoping to apply for colleges really soon. I know about early decision and early action but, what I do not know is does it help you get into colleges. Will the schools consider you more then others because you decided to apply early then normal? #college #college-applications #decision-making #early-action #early-decision

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What activities can I do in high school to build my college applications with an interest in history and politics?

#college #high-school #history #college-advice #politics #government #advice #political-science #diplomat #career #college-applications

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Brooke644 views

How can I be sure I'm choosing the right college?

There are so many options! I've applied to six colleges, but how do I know which one to choose? Aside from financial aid, what are some things I should be looking for? #college-applications #deciding #choosing-a-college

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How should I prepare for grad school?

I am going into my senior year as an undergrad and am wondering how I should start preparing for grad school? What are the best ways to prepare for grad school? Should I start applying at the start of my senior year? Or should I wait until I am closer to graduation? Should I hold off on applying until I have enough volunteer experience that will be beneficial to my application? #career-path #graduate-school #college-applications #college-prep

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Is it important to tour the campus in person before applying to college?

Office Hours #2: SDSU College Student Panel This question was posed by a question during one of our most recent "CareerVillage Office Hours" sessions. During Office Hours sessions, we invite students to pose questions related to a specific topic. In this case, the topic was college life. If you answer this question, we will reach out to the students who attended this office hours session to inform them of your response, and all students on CareerVillage will benefit. If you would be interested in hosting an office hours session on a particular topic, please reach out to our staff! #college #college-applications #campus

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What are the steps to create a good personal statement?

So, I know how important personal essays are in college applications. But, I am unsure on how to make a good personal statement. I've heard people say that to make a personal statement stand out, you just write about yourself. Is there other things colleges want to see in a personal statement? #college #human-resources #resume #college-applications #personal-statements #personal-objective

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Do I count as In State or Out of State?

All my life I lived in California. If I attend college in New York for example, then when I apply to Medical School in California, would I be counted as In State or Out of State? #college #university #medicine #school #career #college-applications #healthcare

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