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College Applications
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What is Questbridge?
Grace Kim
October 31, 2023
What is Volunteering and Why Volunteer?
Fatima Lira
October 25, 2023
Is Being a Well-Rounded Student Worth It?
Team Writer
October 16, 2023
The Importance of Extracurricular Involvement In High School
Team Writer
October 16, 2023
Common Application Timeline
Simple Studies team
September 25, 2023
Teacher Recommendations: Everything You Need to Know
Navya Jayaprakash
September 25, 2023
Molding Your Extracurriculars: A Guide
Navya Jayaprakash
September 25, 2023
How to Start Your Common App Essay
Kelly Granger
August 2, 2023
Things NOT To Do in Your College Application Essays
Sarah Frank
July 28, 2023
10 Tips for the Activities Section of College Applications
Jordyn Banks
July 28, 2023
How to Answer the 2023-2024 Common App Prompts
Dhanvi Mehta
July 28, 2023
How To Become A Stronger Applicant
Grace Kim
July 28, 2023
ESSAYS + Writing
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Creative Writing Prompts for Summer
Amanda Schilling
August 2, 2023
Things NOT To Do in Your College Application Essays
Sarah Frank
July 28, 2023
Simple Ways to Write a 1000-Word Essay
Calvin Bowler, Guest Contributer
May 30, 2023
How to Write a DBQ, LEQ, & SAQ
Simple Studies Team
May 29, 2023
What Can You Do to Improve Your Essays?
Jhon Bell
May 3, 2023
How to Improve your Essay-Writing Skills
Zofeya Dookie
September 15, 2022
How to Write a Literature Review
Shiona Fernandes
April 4, 2022
10 Research Paper Tips
Alexa Mendez
November 10, 2021
How to Write an Essay
Kiersten Roth
May 21, 2021
Three Common Ways to Cite your Sources
Ashley Yakish
May 18, 2021
5 Tips for Timed AP Writing
Temi Ayetiwa
May 18, 2021
How to Write an Effective DBQ
Emma Quinn
May 18, 2021
High School Advice
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5 Self-Development Books to Read As A High Schooler
Charles Norris
July 8, 2024
Maximizing Your School Vacations
Sumitra Bhat
March 4, 2024
How to Pay Better Attention in School
Ramisa Sharif
January 2, 2024
Is Homework Actually Useful?
Nejra Hojic
October 30, 2023
Mark Your School With Culture
Fatima Lira
October 30, 2023
The Significance of Mental Health Awareness in High School
Amanda Schilling
October 16, 2023
Guide to Sophomore Year
Fatima Lira
October 16, 2023
The Importance of Extracurricular Involvement In High School
Team Writer
October 16, 2023
Molding Your Extracurriculars: A Guide
Navya Jayaprakash
September 25, 2023
The Best Unbiased News Sources for Teens
Jordyn Banks
September 11, 2023
Job Opportunities for Students
Team Writer
September 11, 2023
How to Minimize What You Carry
Ramisa Sharif
August 27, 2023
Dual Enrollment: A Complete Breakdown
Nejra Hojic
August 2, 2023
The Best Online Study Resources
Jordyn Banks
July 28, 2023
How to (and Not to) Use ChatGPT
Mustafa M. Al-Mashhadani
July 28, 2023
How to Learn Better in Online Classes
Jordyn Banks
July 26, 2023
Navigating School as a First-Generation Student
Written by Irene Ortega
July 26, 2023
Best VPNs for Schools and College Students
Brandon Stokes
July 14, 2023
How to Stay Productive Over Summer
Jordyn Banks
July 3, 2023
Freshman Year: A Guide
Nejra Hojic
July 3, 2023
How To Make Waking Up Early Easier
Amanda Schilling
June 17, 2023
How to Prepare For Senior Year
Kelly Granger
June 17, 2023
The Significant Impacts of Sleep Deprivation on Students and How It Can Be Defeated
Irene Ortega
May 23, 2023
The Student Cycle and How to Break It
Gianna DiVergilio
May 12, 2023
How To Boost Your Grades
Kelly Granger
April 30, 2023
What College Students Say to Do Before You Get There
Sarah Frank
April 20, 2023
Course Schedules 101
Grace Kim
April 20, 2023
How To Pick Your Schedule
Kelly Granger
April 3, 2023
Summer Programs and Internships for High Schoolers
Koai Solano Ortiz
April 3, 2023
The So-Called “Perfect Student”
Lauren Mazon
March 30, 2023
Sunday Scaries
Sarah Frank
February 26, 2023
The Dreaded Burnout: How to Avoid it and Cope
Lauren Mazon
February 8, 2023
Getting Hands-on Experience in High School
Stephanie Hughes
February 8, 2023
Dealing with Senioritis
Disha Ananthula
February 8, 2023
ADHD in High School
Dhanvi Mehta
February 8, 2023
"Why are we learning this?": Useful Skills School Teaches Us
Zahra Ashley
December 18, 2022
The "Ins and Outs" of Dual Enrollment
Emily Huseth
December 18, 2022
Facing Failure From an Avid Perfectionist
Lauren Mazon
December 18, 2022
Books You NEED to Read in High School
Koai Solano Ortiz
October 30, 2022
Choosing Your Extracurricular Activities
Mustafa M. Al-Mashhadani
October 19, 2022
A Guide on Jobs as a High School Student
Rylee Rhineberger
October 3, 2022
Balancing School and Life: a Guide
Disha Ananthula
October 3, 2022
The Rundown on Elite Private High Schools
Koai Solano Ortiz
September 22, 2022
6 Essential Books For Students
Melike Sommer
September 22, 2022
Overcoming the Nightmares of Putting Yourself Out There
Angelica B. Dilao
September 15, 2022
How To Manage Time as a Student Athlete
Nancy Moustafa
September 15, 2022
Clubs to Start or Join at Your High School
Rylee Rhineberger
September 8, 2022
Saying Goodbye to Procrastination
Catalina Padilla
September 4, 2022
Avoiding the Sophomore Slump
Alexandra Prettitore
September 4, 2022
The Effects of Unrealistic Standards and How Students Can Cope
Emily Huseth
August 30, 2022
A Master Timeline for Juniors
Eva Zheng
August 29, 2022
How to Stay Motivated in School
Melike Sommer
August 24, 2022
How to Navigate High School as a Freshman
Zofeya Dookie
August 24, 2022
Self-Care in School
Sarah Frank
June 27, 2022
Ways to Effectively Study Anatomy
Shiona Fernandes
April 4, 2022
BS/MD programs, for you
Alexa Mendez, Manan Poddar
March 22, 2022
Catching Up On Late Work
Tianna Hunt, Fica Shayndel
January 4, 2022
Balancing School and Social Life
Maddy Grieco
January 4, 2022
How to Stay Organized for School
Jennifer Pupo
November 10, 2021
Defeating Academic Burnout
Tianna Hunt, Fica Shayndel
October 23, 2021
Discrimination as a Disabled Student
Leah Whalen
May 27, 2021
How To Not Break Your Bank When Buying Textbooks
Tricia Anklam
May 27, 2021
The Importance of Getting Involved
Tricia Anklam
May 27, 2021
Breaking Down Google Apps: Google Docs
Ashley Yakish
May 27, 2021
5 Tips to Starting a Business as a High-Schooler
Eva Mckinzie
May 27, 2021
Surviving High School with ADHD
Quinn Speir
May 21, 2021
How to Prioritize your Mental Health
Katie Rafferty
May 21, 2021
How to Deal with a Bad Grade
Emma Quinn
May 21, 2021
8 Remote Volunteering Opportunities for High Schoolers
Temi Ayetiwa
May 21, 2021
3 Key Tips for Succeeding in High School
Eva Mckinzie
May 21, 2021
5 Ways to Rebuild Confidence After Failing
Marisa Rosen
May 21, 2021
7 Shows/Movies That Tackle Current Social Issues
Temi Ayetiwa
May 21, 2021
College Advice
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A Guide to Choosing the Right Professors
Leslie Turnbull
February 21, 2024
Best Majors for Medical School
Leslie Turnbull
February 21, 2024
How to Pay Better Attention in School
Ramisa Sharif
January 2, 2024
How to Make Money as a Full-Time Student
Ramisa Sharif
September 25, 2023
College Life Hacks
Sarah Frank
August 27, 2023
Guide to Preparing to Leave for College
Irene Ortega
July 28, 2023
How to Learn Better in Online Classes
Jordyn Banks
July 26, 2023
Navigating School as a First-Generation Student
Written by Irene Ortega
July 26, 2023
Saving Money as a Student
Sarah Frank
July 18, 2023
Demystifying the Freshman 15 Myth
Adam Norton
July 4, 2023
Need for College: Wellness Edition
Sarah Frank
June 10, 2023
Before You Get to College...
Sarah Frank
June 9, 2023
AP Classes
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How to Get a 5 on AP History Exams
Ramisa Sharif
November 22, 2023
How to Write a DBQ, LEQ, & SAQ
Simple Studies Team
May 29, 2023
How to Prepare for AP Human Geography
Amanda Schilling
April 30, 2023
AP Exam Tips
Sarah Frank
April 26, 2023
Course Schedules 101
Grace Kim
April 20, 2023
How to Prepare for the AP World History Exam
Lindsey Cisneros
April 17, 2023
Easy AP Classes -Ish
Sarah Frank
April 13, 2023
What Can I Get College Credit For?
Sarah Frank
April 3, 2023
How to Self-Study AP Psychology
Malak Elmitwaly
March 17, 2023
AP vs DE: A Comprehensive Analysis
Alison Hunter
March 17, 2023
Which AP Classes to Take
Sarah Frank
January 1, 2023
A Guide to Taking Multiple APs
Mustafa M. Al-Mashhadani
December 23, 2022
3 Tips For Taking AP Histories
Rylee Rhineberger
December 18, 2022
Resources and Tips for AP Environmental Science
Eva Zheng
October 30, 2022
How to Prepare for AP US History
Team Member
October 3, 2022
Tips and Tricks for AP Calculus
Disha Ananthula
September 8, 2022
Resources for Self-Studying AP Classes
Mustafa M. Al-Mashhadani
September 8, 2022
How to Write a Literature Review
Shiona Fernandes
April 4, 2022
How to Effectively Study for AP Exams
Maddy Grieco
November 10, 2021
Top Ten Universities that take AP Credit
Temi Ayetiwa
May 21, 2021
These Are the Easiest and Hardest AP Classes for You
Ashley Yakish
May 21, 2021
8 Tips to Help You Ace those AP Exams
Emma Quinn
May 21, 2021
5 Tips to get an A in any AP Science Course
Temi Ayetiwa
May 21, 2021
3 Tips for Succeeding in Your AP Classes
Eva Mckinzie
May 18, 2021
Top AP Exams to Self-Study
Eva Mckinzie
May 18, 2021
Three Common Ways to Cite your Sources
Ashley Yakish
May 18, 2021
5 Tips for Timed AP Writing
Temi Ayetiwa
May 18, 2021
Breaking Down Different AP Essays
Eva Mckinzie
May 18, 2021
How to Write an Effective DBQ
Emma Quinn
May 18, 2021
How to Effectively Self-Study for an AP Exam
Eva Mckinzie
May 18, 2021
Study Tips
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Accounting Basics: How Artificial Intelligence Can Help Solve Math Problems
Judy Channell
September 30, 2024
Best Foods to Eat for Studying
Ramisa Sharif
February 21, 2024
How to Pay Better Attention in School
Ramisa Sharif
January 2, 2024
Learning New Languages (Scientifically)
Team Writer
December 5, 2023
How to Combat Procrastination With Science
Nejra Hojic
December 5, 2023
Psychology of Color in Study Spaces
Team Writer
December 5, 2023
5 Ways to Level Up Academically This Winter
Isabella White
December 5, 2023
Is Music Useful for Studying?
Nejra Hojic
November 22, 2023
How to Learn a Language as a Full-Time Student
Ramisa Sharif
November 22, 2023
From Waiting to Winning: The Power of Consistency in Student Life
Sumitra Bhat
October 30, 2023
Boosting Autumn Productivity in Cozy Study Spots
Amanda Schilling
October 30, 2023
Creating Productive Environments at Home
Nejra Hojic
October 25, 2023
Note-Taking: iPad vs. Classic Paper and Pen
Fatima Lira
October 25, 2023
Forgetting What You Studied?
Sumitra Bhat
September 25, 2023
The Art of Learning: Visual or Logical?
Navya Jayaprakash
August 20, 2023
Surviving the Great Chem War
Sophia Merino
August 2, 2023
The Best Online Study Resources
Jordyn Banks
July 28, 2023
The Role of Sleep in Learning
Dhanvi Mehta
May 23, 2023
Why it’s Important to Switch up Your Study Location
Gianna DiVergilio
May 12, 2023
Making Work More Enjoyable
Sarah Frank
April 21, 2023
Benefits of Doodling while Learning and Studying
Amanda Schilling
March 30, 2023
Tips and Tricks for Digital Note Taking
Zofeya Dookie
March 17, 2023
Work Smarter, Not Harder
Kelly Granger
March 17, 2023
5 Tips for Productivity
Sarah Frank
March 13, 2023
The Dreaded Burnout: How to Avoid it and Cope
Lauren Mazon
February 8, 2023
The Best Productivity Apps For Students
Melike Sommer
February 8, 2023
Writing an Effective To-do List
Sarah Frank
January 1, 2023
"Why are we learning this?": Useful Skills School Teaches Us
Zahra Ashley
December 18, 2022
Making Breaks Productive
Disha Ananthula
December 18, 2022
Flowtime Technique: An Alternative to the Pomodoro Method
Jenny Au
December 18, 2022
How to Get More Done
Eva Zheng
December 18, 2022
The Best Note-Taking Methods
Melike Sommer
November 14, 2022
Romanticizing Studying
Kaoi Solano Ortiz
November 14, 2022
Stress Free Homework
Alexandra Prettitore
October 30, 2022
The Pomodoro Technique: A Studying Method for Everyone
Simrik Shrestha
October 30, 2022
Efficient Exam Prep and Testing Strategies
Zofeya Dookie
October 28, 2022
Beat Deadlines: Your Very Own To-Do List Technique
Angelica B. Dilao
October 3, 2022
Resources for Self-Studying AP Classes
Mustafa M. Al-Mashhadani
September 8, 2022
Saying Goodbye to Procrastination
Catalina Padilla
September 4, 2022
How to Stay Motivated in School
Melike Sommer
August 24, 2022
Ways to Effectively Study Anatomy
Shiona Fernandes
April 4, 2022
Productivity Tips from an Anxious Procrastinator
Nabiha Azad
March 22, 2022
How to Romanticize Studying
Tianna Hunt, Fica Shayndel
September 21, 2021
The Science Behind Goal Setting
Ashley Yakish
May 21, 2021
5 Active Recall Studying Techniques
Tricia Anklam
May 21, 2021
5 Psychology-Related Productivity Tips for Students
Temi Ayetiwa
May 21, 2021
How to Maximize your Productivity with a To-Do List
Sarah Frank
May 21, 2021
The Best Way To Take Notes
Sarah Frank
May 21, 2021
Music to Listen to When Studying
Simple Studies
May 21, 2021
How To Take Better Notes in Class: 5 Proven Methods
Ashley Yakish
May 21, 2021
Simple Studies’s Tips for Studying Simply
Sarah Frank
May 21, 2021
7 Scientific Tips for Better Memory
Ashley Yakish
May 21, 2021
Testing
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Three Ways to Calm Your Nerves Before Your SAT Exams
Guest Contributor
July 8, 2024
How to Combat Test Anxiety
Nejra Hojic
January 2, 2024
How to Study for the MCAT
Leslie Turnbull
December 5, 2023
Using ChatGPT to Improve Your SAT/ACT
Grace Kim
August 20, 2023
ACT or SAT? Test at Your Best!
Navya Jayaprakash
July 3, 2023
How to Prepare for the SAT
Emily Huseth
April 30, 2023
Why the SAT is Problematic
Sarah Frank
April 3, 2023
How To Create an ACT Study Plan
Kelly Granger
March 17, 2023
3 Standardized Testing Tips
Sarah Frank
December 19, 2022
Efficient Exam Prep and Testing Strategies
Zofeya Dookie
October 28, 2022
SAT vs ACT: Which One Should You Take?
Emma Quinn
May 27, 2021
Types of Standardized Tests
Sarah Frank
May 27, 2021
The SAT, ACT, and TOEFL: How They Compare
Emma Quinn
May 18, 2021
sCHOLARSHips
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What is Questbridge?
Grace Kim
October 31, 2023
5 Sites to Find Scholarships
Sarah Frank
December 19, 2022
Scholarships You Can Apply For
Sofia Flowers
December 19, 2022
7 Tech Scholarships for High Schoolers
Emma Quinn
December 19, 2022
Paying for College: Scholarships, Loans, and More
Ashley Yakish
April 22, 2023
Life and career
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The Role of Networking in Career Advancement
Monica Mill
October 14, 2024
5 Self-Development Books to Read As A High Schooler
Charles Norris
July 15, 2024
Staying Healthy at School
Amanda Schilling
February 21, 2024
Digital Detoxes
Nejra Hojic
January 2, 2024
Benefits of Being a Musician
Ramisa Sharif
January 2, 2024
Learning New Languages (Scientifically)
Team Writer
September 10, 2024
The Importance of Proper Nutrition: Perform at Your Best
Nejra Hojic
November 22, 2023
How to Learn a Language as a Full-Time Student
Ramisa Sharif
November 22, 2023
What is Microsoft Excel and Is It Worth Learning?
Fatima Lira
October 31, 2023
Podcasts You Should Start Listening To
Grace Kim
October 31, 2023
Creating Productive Environments at Home
Nejra Hojic
October 25, 2023
The Significance of Mental Health Awareness in High School
Amanda Schilling
October 16, 2023
Ins and Outs of Getting Published
Nejra Hojic
October 16, 2023
Girls in STEM: Why You Should Pursue a STEM Career
Daisy Grachev
September 25, 2023
How to Make Money as a Full-Time Student
Ramisa Sharif
September 25, 2023
The Best Unbiased News Sources for Teens
Jordyn Banks
September 11, 2023
Navigating Nonprofit Beginnings
Anwita Agarwal
August 24, 2023
How to (and Not to) Use ChatGPT
Mustafa M. Al-Mashhadani
July 28, 2023
Saving Money as a Student
Sarah Frank
July 18, 2023
How To Make Waking Up Early Easier
Amanda Schilling
August 22, 2023
Science Fiction Hits for the Summer
Roger Yang
June 17, 2023
How to Answer the Question “What is Your Biggest Weakness”
Gianna DiVergilio
June 17, 2023
The Role of Sleep in Learning
Dhanvi Mehta
May 23, 2023
The Significant Impacts of Sleep Deprivation on Students and How It Can Be Defeated
Irene Ortega
May 23, 2023
10 Must-Read Books For Spring and Summer
Simple Studies Blog Team
May 23, 2023
The Benefits of Volunteering
Mustafa M. Al-Mashhadani
April 30, 2023
How to Give a Great Presentation
Sarah Frank
April 20, 2023
Public Speaking: How to Manage Nerves
Martina del Hoyo
April 20, 2023
How Students Can Achieve Their Dream Internship
Jennifer Nicholls
April 20, 2023
Summer Programs and Internships for High Schoolers
Koai Solano Ortiz
April 20, 2023
Life Skills to Learn Before College
Gabriella Scalf
April 20, 2023
The Faux Pursuit of Happiness
Chaiane Cui
April 20, 2023
How to Get More Done
Eva Zheng
April 20, 2023
Overcoming the Nightmares of Putting Yourself Out There
Angelica B. Dilao
April 20, 2023
5 Tips to Starting a Business as a High-Schooler
Eva Mckinzie
April 20, 2023
How to Write a Resume
Emma Quinn
April 20, 2023
Education equity
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How YOU Can Fight Education Inequity
Sarah Frank
August 20, 2023
Inequity vs Inequality: Why We Fight for Education Equity
Sarah Frank
August 14, 2023
college news
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Ivy News: Columbia Drops out of Undergrad Rankings
Simple Studies Team
January 2, 2024
Ivy News: Brown University Student Protests
Simple Studies Team
January 2, 2024
Ivy News: Harvard University President Resigns
Simple Studies Team
January 2, 2024
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