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by Adirajaramka- 1 reply
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What scores will I need in SAT and my in to get into Stanford with financial aid? Please help!!
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I'm currently in the first year of IB and I'm looking at what majors interest me, and I see a lot of majors that have such similar names, I have no idea what to choose-these all sound interesintg: Biochemistry Biological chemistry Chemistry Microbiology Molecular biology What is the difference between all these, and which one(s) offer versatility for these things that I want to hopefully be able to accomplish (this is a list of things I think i may do) -Get a Masters in one of those areas -Get a Masters in pharmaceutical chemistry/pharmacology/toxicology -Get a MD -Be a forensic scientist who works with DNA -Be a forensic scientist who works with chemistry -Work in f…
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Hi guys! I have 7 subjects - 4 HL's and 3 SL's. It's a really great deal for me to manage all of it, believe me. I think about getting rid of History SL as I do not really need it and it just takes more time of me. I want to study in the USA, at one of Ivy League universities, so maybe they would appreciate the fact that I study more subjects than it is required? What do you think? Does it really matter?
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I applied to McGill university for Mechanical Engineering, and really don't think i'm going to get in based on my predicted grades compared to the averages they posted online. I was wondering if anyone knew my chances, and if people who have gotten in this year or in previous years could post their predicteds. Math HL: 6 Physics HL: 6 Economics HL:6 Chemistry SL: 7 English lang/lit SL: 6 French B SL: 5 My school gives 2 TOK and EE points to everyone so thats 36/42 or 38 /45 P.S. These predicted grades already got me a spot at UBC
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Hi guys, I just have a question about applying to ontario universities. Since I am in the IB programme in Ontario, I am wondering whether or not universities have preference over which mark they look at e.g. is ib mark more important than ossd mark
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Hey guys, I was just wondering if anyone knew whether or not Canadian immigration accepts wage earner bonds as an acceptable proof for financial support when applying for the student visa?
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So I'm one of those people who want to have a clear goal and route when it comes to what to do after high school, but I'm also one of those who have no clue how things work. I just started to do a little research on how to be a forensic scientist and it looks like I'll be doing something like this: Get a BSc, in biochemistry Get a MSc. in idk what. Biochemistry or forensic science if available. That leads to my first question: 1) Would it be a good idea to do biochemistry because forensic science is too career specific, and if i cant be a forensic science i might go for like a quality-management or something kinda job, which a forensic science degree will do nothing t…
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Hi guys, I'm really panicking now. I'm scared I won't be accepted to any university due to by crappy math HL score. I have 6s in all my other subjects and a 5 in hl bio. I started with a 5 in hl math and dropped to a 4... and I can't get it back up since last year. I have been having frequent panic attacks and i'm just so stressed. I really did not want to post this up, but it really is my last resort. WHAT CAN I DO???? I am applying to both US and Canadian schools, but I'm afraid I'll be rejected to ALL of them due to my outstanding math HL score... I did the ACTs and scored pretty well (above 33), but I know that alone won't help if I have such a crappy math…
Last reply by Aninda Saha, -
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I am currently a pre-IB student (year 10) heading into my first year of IB in January 2015 and after reading through the forums I realised that my chances are very low of getting into top unis in America.. Especially after reading lot's of people's ECs, I realise I am pretty much screwed. Can someone please give me some ideas of what to do? Or could anyone show me what they are doing for a reference? Currently now I am doing: - Member of the MUN (no position so pretty much useless..) - I play the flute but only grade 5 - I do art classes but I haven't entered in competitions - I've won quite a few science awards in the state but that's pretty much it - Tuto…
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Do US schools consider EE grade as an important aspect of admission process or do they consider it as something minimal as CAS and TOK? Honestly, I chose a wrong topic and am on the verge of getting D on the expected score. Since the EE expected score will be on my transcript, I am very worried about this. Would getting a score of D be fine with getting into schools like Carnegie Mellon, Purdue, and UCs or do they expect much higher grades from the applicants? Thanks!
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Hi, I'm planning to take two SAT subject tests before the first semester in IB year 2 but I'm not sure which ones I should take. I'm thinking of Maths II and Biology E/M. I heard that Maths II is easy since the topics are covered in the IB Maths SL syllabus. What about Biology E/M? Has anyone taken the test and can share some experience? I want to know if I will be able to know most of the topics by the end of IB year 1 so what I will only have to do is only going through a little more stuff. Thanks
Last reply by Pink97, -
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Hii! I know this is a super general question but I'm in the middle of looking at different uni's. I'm interested in English, but I have nooo idea how to choose the right one since they all offer it. I'm in my first year of the IB program so I still have some time but I really would like to get the best idea of where I can go and then get into said university, so I want to be prepared!! My dream would be Harvard or Oxbridge... Thankyouu!
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Hey guys, this is my first year in IB. I am planning to take etiher SAT or Act with Writing but I don't know which one to choose? I want to prepare for them in IBDP1 so I wouldn't get all busy next year. I would like to get into a uni either in USA or Canada. So which one should I choose? I have always heard that ACT is more simple and more direct than the SAT, what do you say? Also one important question I have in my mind is that I am not taking bio as one of my IB classes, but if I take SAT Bio test would that count for getting into some programmes like Molecular Biology, Biochemistry etc. ? Also, when do you think I should take those tests? When should I start preparin…
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Hi, i need a help for my uni choices. Ive already taken the ib exam and just taking a gap year before but i need help which universities i could go with my current results. Didnt go swell for my ib, only got 25 and took sat last year which is like 1400 plus and 92 for toefl. With these results which US universities could i go? National or state or anything. Need help from you guys! Thanks
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I know most of you will probably ask why I'm in full IB if I'm going into arts anyways, but I wanted a challenge and it would keep doors open if I change my mind about things. So far, I have considered 3 universities and one of them I'm using as a last resort. The other two are UBC and U of T. I want to know how hard it is to get into the Arts programs at those schools because those are the ones I really want to go to. Do they look at your extra-curriculars a lot as well as volunteer work? What are the minimum averages for each school? So far, my overall average is around 93 or 94 and I have a couple of classes in the high nineties. Do you think I have a good chance of ge…
Last reply by Pink97, -
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My school does not offer Mathematics HL or Physics HL. I am currently taking Economics, English A2 and Spanish A1 HL(English and Spanish HL are compulsory in my school) and Chemistry, Physics and Math SL, but my school has offered me the possibility of studying Physics HL by myself instead of taking the Economics HL IB exam. However, I still don't have the possibility of studying Math HL, and, from what I've heard, Math HL is too hard to study by myself. However, I want to study theoretical physics or possibly even mathematical physics at a good university in the USA, like MIT. Is Math HL a requirement for this? What do you think of studying Physics or Math HL by myself? …
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Hi everyone! I am a Vietnamese student who wishes to attend university in the US or Canada I am looking for a university student who had attended a community college/university in one of these two countries to help me with giving advice and aiding me in achieving my goal. Is there anyone out there willing to lend a hand? Your help would be really appreciated and thank you
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Hi guys, I am a student at a brazilian school and just received a predicted grade of 41/42. However, I am concerned that my official grades will be slightly lower than these. Does this reduce my chances of getting in top U.S universities? Do colleges take a look at the official scores in addition to the predicted ones? I am applying to fall 2015. Thanks!
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I am a student in IB2 with Physics HL, Chemistry HL, English HL, Economics HL. Maths SL and English SL and I have always dreamt of becoming an engineering particularly a mechanical or electrical engineer. I know that many universities in the UK would not accept me because I do not have HL maths however what is the case in the rest of the world such as Canada, the US and rest of Europe? Could anyone who was in the same shoes or is in the same shoes as me help me out ? PS: I know I am at a disadvantage in the UK for having taken SL math so it would be appreciated it that was not reiterated for I feel enough upset about it.
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I have just started IB this year and I am currently taking bio hl and chem hl to hopefully pursue the medical field. Unfortunately, it has been brought to my attention that many universities will actually strongly value those with physics experience on their transcript. As we all know, IB does not conventionally allow someone to take all 3 sciences except under certain circumstances, and I'm starting to rethink my science choices because of this... I understand that medical school does require physics, but that can be learnt in university if so needed. The only thing that concerns me is that I'll be out competed by those who have done physics when applying to university.
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Hi, I wanted to know if it is as difficult as it sounds to get into the MIT as an international applicant (South-America in my case) I do really well in school, but I do not know if Ib is recognised or if I need to publish articles in magazines or something. What I really want to know is, if it's realistic, and in case it is. What do you need to do? Write an essay or a special exam?? I would be REALLY grateful if any of you can give me an useful response
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Hello, I'm a Arab student studying abroad taking the following: English A LL: HL Arabic A: SL Math HL Physics SL Business Management HL Chemistry SL and I just got approved for doing the Arabic B HL instead of Arabic A SL which is a little out of my grasp since my Arabic language isn't that great. So I was wondering what effect this will have? Now I have 4 HLs, should I drop Math HL? Would it effect my admission if I have English HL and Arabic B HL? Keep in mind I'm trying to apply to UC system universities with a predicted score of 38/45, and if I drop an HL subject to SL I'd be around 40/45. Should I continue with 4 HLs? I'm just going through a lot of stress…
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Hi guys so as college application season is rolling around i was wondering if anybody could look if i have any chances at the unis below Brown ( top choice!!) Yale (only applying cause my uncle (yalie) wants to help me and push me somehow through ) Fashion Institute of Technology Elon University Wellesley Amherst Vassar Wesleyan Northweastern My stats: german student gpa : 3,9 ib points: 38 sat: not taken yet but expect to get a 2100 sat subject : german 780 , french 760 EC: music: plays piano and flute -> teaches kids to play piano politics: member of organizing commitee (founders) of the debating team Sports: Duke of Edinburg…
Last reply by footballfan12, -
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Ok so here is the deal. I consider myself a futurist and I am wildly passionate about these two specific fields. The problem is i don't know how i can pursue these fields when I go to college. Any specific subjects required? What major should i consider doing in college?
Last reply by Sandwich, -
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I mean I can always check the lists for top US/Canadian universities regarding the major but I'd like to know if you guys have something else in mind/a university you'd like to recommend. Thanks!
Last reply by Vianca Mandalica, -
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Hello everyone! I'm a Chinese student and I'm currently studying in New Zealand. If I want to apply for US universities, do I still need to provide my TOEFL scores? What if I take IELTS? Cuz it's really hard to find somewhere in Auckland that offer TOEFL courses. ps. I'm taking my school's pre IB course right now, and I'll study in New Zealand till I finish my high school.
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I took Spanish 1 in 7th grade, Spanish 2 in 8th, Spanish 3 in 9th, and Spanish 4 in 10th. Would it look better to colleges if I continued on to DP Spanish HL or took IB/DP ab initio Chinese? I am entering 11th grade so I am subject to only take Chinese for 2 years. I'm asking about elite, highly selective colleges. Because I've fulfilled the requirement of 4 years of a language, I question whether colleges would want trilingualism or "advanced" fluency in 2 languages.
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So basically my question is which social science/humanities career is the most recognized and respected and has most career scope in US/Europe?
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Is the diploma program worth taking in Canada (British Columbia)?
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Hi all, I was just wondering as someone who would be applying as an international student whether poor grades (mostly Bs but the occasional C or even D and I believe an E+) on my report cards from before IB would prohibit me from getting into some of the better university aka UC Berkeley, even if I were to score high on my IBDP and on the SAT tests and all of that Thanks
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So I'm writing my final exams in May next year, and ever since my first year ended last month, I've been seriously contemplating one thing. Up till now, I've been taking HL Physics, Chem, and Math (the full engineering package), along with SL English Literature, Ab Initio French, and History. My plan has always been to apply to the US or to Canada. Initially, I was planning on taking up mechanical engineering as my major, with a minor in history. But my interest for history has grown significantly, and my marks in chemistry have been slipping (It's not that I find chem difficult, I just can't seem to test well for chem). So I was wondering, if I was to decide on a history…
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Hello, I am currently researching my EE but I need a little help with the topic. My EE topic is as follows, To what extent was the American Christian Right responsible for instigating the Second Red Scare? (1947-54) I am wondering two things, 1. Is my topic narrow enough or do I need to narrow it further? 2. Are there any book or journal recommendations for research? It seems to me that religion has been a little explored topic in the Cold War, this is part of the reason why it interests me so much. I am having some trouble finding good secondary sources on my topic. I know that there is a connection but I haven't been 'striking gold' as of yet. If anyone could…
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just thought I would ask?
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So, in short, I want to get into a Canadian university (for the time being), but I am absolutely confused by the system, basically, can someone clarify that a) if you live in the Southern Hemisphere, when do you lodge your applications? b) can you only apply for scholarship after you've accepted an offer? (I don't want to go broke...yet since my parents will not contribute a cent to my university education, which is fair enough) c) what classifies you as having financial difficulties? (because even tho my parents are high income earners, they will absolutely NOT contribute anything, which means that I have to live off part-time jobs and possible grants) d)Do you need to…
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I want to major in music during college, but my sight reading is not great. Besides practicing, what can I do to improve my sight reading? If it helps, I am a guitar player. I am not good enough to get into Juilliard, but I would like to go to Berklee or another school that teaches contemporary music in addition to classical. Thank you, Roxy
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I'm just starting my second year of the IBDP, and I was wondering, is HL Chemistry really necessary to apply to the US and Canada for Mechanical Engineering?(I'm only asking because I'm not doing too well in HL Chemistry) If I was to switch to SL Chemistry, would it seriously jeopardise my chances? Please advise
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Alright so I have lost my password and have no idea what email I used for college confidential's website. I know this is better referred to there but I'm really wanting someones opinion on if my university dreams are valid. Thanks in advance! I am currently going to high school in Canada, so I would be applying as an international student. Right now I am in grade 11. Could you chance me on Stanford, UC Berkely, Cornell, UChicago, Oregon State and Michagan? My IB predicted scores are: Chem HL 7 English Lit HL 7 Biology HL 7 French A Lit SL 7 Math SL 7 History SL 6 I also took AP Physics B and scored 5 ACT 34 SAT II Math 2 760, Writing 789, Chem 800 In term of E…
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If I have already applied to and been accepted into an American University with my IB marks early on in the year (around a 30) before the real IB exams, is it required for me to send the final IB marks from the IBO to the university afterwords? How important is it and if I applied and got accepted with a 30 and my final marks were 28, how much would it impact anything if at all? Thanks for your help.
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Hey, I am a 16 year old (turning 17). I skipped 9th and 10th grade. I've just graduated and got 40/45 on the IB. I'm taking a gap year now and will be taking SATs (so far I have an 800 on Math 2) and applying throughout the gap year. As a result, I will be applying to US universities with my IB score in hand, as opposed to with a predicted score. I want to get in to universities such as Harvard or MIT. How do universities value actual IB scores in comparison with predicted scores? Also, how much, if at all, will the fact that I did the IB at a younger age contribute to my applications? Do you think I have a good chance getting into such universities?
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Hello! Are there any international students that are taking SAT this Saturday? If so, how much/how have you prepared? I'm taking it in Gothenburg and I can't say I've prepared much... Starting now, really Cheers!
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Chance me?
by Guest Daminark- 5 replies
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Hey guys, Amin here. I know CC is usually the place for chance me threads, but I've heard that those guys are seriously unrealistic, so if it's alright I'll ask here. US citizen, born and raised, but I go to an American HS in Morocco. I'm living with some extended family. Texas residency, first-gen college student (if that helps at all) Our school uses 1-7 for trimester grades, with the scale 7: 96-100 6: 90-95 5: 80-89 4: 70-79 3: 60-69 2: 51-59 1: 0-50 My average from 9th-11th grade is a 6. Our school doesn't calculate GPA, but estimations I've gotten are 3.8-3.9 (could you verify that based on the above conversion table?) School doesn't do class rank, but I'm inf…
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Hey So I'm done with my first year of IB (Grade 11) and received my result for the second semester about an hour ago. Happily or sadly, I've managed to score 37 points (Keep in mind that these points are ONLY for the second semester. My average score for both the semesters is 34/42). Here's the break-up: English (Lang and Lit) SL : 7 French B SL : 5 Math HL : 5 Computer Science HL : 7 Physics HL : 7 Business HL : 6 I have ambivalent feelings towards my scores. Although they seem high, I'm not really sure if I'm cut out to be one of the best or above-average IB students since many I know have scored between 34-38 points and there are a few who have got 39 or above. …
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Hey guys so I'm a little bit confused here and would love your opinion. My subjects are : (HL) English Biology Economics (SL) Psychology Hindi Math EE - Psychology I scored a total of 33 in my junior year (maintained my score both semesters) and scored a 1740 in my SATs I am giving my SATs in october again and i hope to jump to atleast a 2000 + if not a 2100 I have a number of questions : 1) Do early decision applications accept the october SAT scores ? 2) What are my chances of getting into my dream college ? (University of Southern California) 3) I want to pursue computer science as a major, Is it possible to do so with the subject choices tha…
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Hi guys, I'm going to be a Senior in the fall, and I need to start applying to colleges. A lot of them in the US don't know about the IB program. Rather, it is known by many of them, and they do give credit, but a lot of the individuals who are in charge of admissions and scholarships don't know what it is. So how do you go about explaining what it is to a university (or anyone, for that matter)? If I have to explain it (concisely), how do I make it sound really impressive without making myself sound arrogant? Any ideas? I'm sure we've all had to explain it to someone before... Thanks, Thrashmaster
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Getting into universities / Canada
by Guest Marioti- 6 replies
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Ok so I got into 3 universities in Canada but it really frightens me that even though they accept you, they can still remove the offer as they will only finalize their decision after your IB results are sent in. I'm scared because for my predicted I got a crappy 32 and I feel like in my exams I am not doing THAT great. I've had so many silly mistakes and I should've studied more (what everyone says) Are any of you that frightened? I have friends who got into universities but their required grade is 20 and 16 which is absurd For two of the universities I got into they didn't tell me how much I have to achieve to get in so I'm worried but hopefully they expect a 32 and w…
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I'm going there (SFU Burnaby)- Bachelor of Arts. If there is anyone going to SFU, please reply! Which campus and what field of study are you going to?
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SFU anyone?
by Guest Marioti- 2 replies
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I was wondering if anybody got into SFU and if so in what you plan on studying I'm going for psychology atm
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I plan on taking Maths Level 2, Biology, Chemistry SAT II. I've just bought all the review books for each of them and well I really want to get rid of one of them this November session to lighten my workload. Biology looks like the only one in which it'd be feasible for me to self study and score 700+. However, I have yet to learn >50% of the content though so is it worth self studying or am I making things harder for myself? Should I wait till I do a bit of HL Biology next year or is there little overlap between the two?
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Hello! Should I send SAT scores to universities I'm not sure I'm going to apply to, or do unis require you to apply as soon as you sent those scores? (I'd prefer to send them during the "free period", but then I won't know my score - and not whether there is any point in applying to some unis) Thankful for answers before 16th of June
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A few weeks into my freshman year at the academy I was attending the principal called me to the office. He told me that my views differed from those of the school and that he didn't want me influencing any of my peers. This was a Christian academy and I had become an atheist towards the end of eighth grade (needless to say I was failing my mandatory Bible class for my contentious essays). Anyway, private academies reserve the right to terminate their students' enrollment at any time for any reason, so even though the reason that I got expelled was laughable (and probably discriminatory), there was nothing I could do about it and that expulsion now goes on my academic reco…
