The High School Freshman Advice you NEED to Know: How to get into Top Colleges

[@joanna.juarez]

on behalf of all the highschool freshman: thank you😌

[@hongjucho1091]

yes!!

[@klausluv2738]

I'm in 8th grade going into my freshman year and this helped me so much!! thank you 😌🥰

[@shoni4215]

@Valerie Richards yeah

[@pyrexszn4663]

@@shoni4215 me too

[@sarahhickman2232]

@@shoni4215 same

[@cardyfabien5371]

Same

[@cherishraynee1]

Same,class of 2025!!!!

[@ScottandtheKid]

My daughter is 11 and in sixth grade. Just wanted to drop in here to let you know that you are reaching kids as young as she is. We've been watching your videos along with other "reaction videos" and, though it's still way early for her, she's getting more enthusiastic about the process. (Her dream school is Yale.) Many things can happen between now and graduation from high school, but so far she's on the right trajectory and channels like yours are a great help. Thank you!

[@TullaBee]

Aww i’m so happy to help!! Good luck to her!

[@blessing5303]

omg my dream school is also yale!! i’m an upcoming freshman and i’m sure she’ll be great when she arrives in high schools!!

[@prestonledger3807]

you probably dont care at all but does anybody know a trick to log back into an Instagram account? I somehow forgot the login password. I would appreciate any tips you can offer me

[@T2G-DJT]

@@prestonledger3807 Bruh just do the forgot password process

[@staysolidshades254]

freshman year sets the foundation of the rest of your high school career. The courses and grades one receives freshman year determine their courses the next year.d

[@kieraoconnor371]

I'm starting ninth grade in eight days and I'm super excited but absolutely nervous. I'm taking notes on this video right now and I will most likely come back and write my experiences. Wish me luck!!

[@Bunniess_27]

Any updates?

[@proprodabro3354]

updates? school year finished

[@jolie1913]

How did it go cause I’m so curious?

[@TheAwesomeAnan]

Update?

[@aepalena]

update plss!!

[@kidonthewaytolawschool7776]

As a middle schooler, this is helpful because I've been really trying to work on my time management and I'm happy to know it's worth it

[@amiahallen934]

I’m 13 going into seventh, I know it might be to early to watch videos like this but succeeding in school is very important to me. I want to be an obgyn. having a high gpa and being involved is really important to collages and medical school is important because it’s one of the hardest study’s. And this video helped a lot so thank you for making it!!!.

[@bezawitketema15]

its never too early dont worry the earlier the better tbh

[@YahwehEloh]

I was 13 in 9th grade lol

[@Celestialcatz]

@@YahwehElohwtf

[@Celestialcatz]

Colleges*

[@YahwehEloh]

@@Celestialcatz r u illiterate or smth?

[@freyaisenhart8895]

Could you do a video on studying for AP tests? I am taking two as a freshman! AP Bio and AP world. You said you took AP world could you explain what you did to do your best on the test.

[@anya3512]

a self study video would be great! especially if you included some of your favorite channels and tips. i also go to public school and some of my teachers aren’t the best for me personally. :)

[@floodplains]

im starting my freshman year in a few days, thanks for the tips! Im taking Notes for my academic plan :D

[@sandraaliff1578]

I’m in 8th grade and this is going to help me. I am going to get all my high school planned over the summer so I’m mentally and physically prepared for high school and college ❤️

[@jasminearias2192]

Please make a self study routine/tips!! I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS BTW :)

[@sarasaraiji3110]

Could you also make a video based around your high school years ? Like your high school after school and weekend routines, extra curricular etc. How many hours u spent studying, working etc

[@gabriellakadiri2691]

I’m 12, almost 13 going in to my freshman year, and this was so helpful. Thank you. 😊

[@Celestialcatz]

What the fuckkk… Im 13 and going into 8th grade.. I didnt go back a grade either

[@rrrrrggggggg]

@@Celestialcatzdifferent countries, different school year systems probably. i turned 14 this year (which is my freshman year)

[@angelinaxie8734]

ah I'm a freshman right now and covid is really not helping with high school, I'm so nervous because I'm not doing much extra curriculars or clubs

[@wmf1595]

So, I graduated in 1972 from a very chill high school in the Midwest. So chill that I never met with a guidance counselor after the first week of 9th grade, and I didn't even know there was a test called the SAT until 2 weeks before the deadline to apply for it. Even with all that I scored in the 93rd percentile in my state for math and the 91st percentile for English. I only applied to one college - a small Quaker affiliated college. I got into school but had no idea what I wanted as a major. I made the dean's list for the first three quarters. Then my dad got sick and I dropped out to go to work, taking quarters here and there as I could afford it. I never did finish, but I've had a good life. I'm retired now, have a good enough income (SS, an IRA and an annuity) to pay my bills until I'm 100 or 110 should I live that long. I can't say if things would have been better or not had I seen advice like this in the 9th grade. [ Edit ] another point - I don't even know if there were AP or IB classes/exams when I was in HS. I arranged my course schedule so I only went to HS a half day the second half of my junior year and my entire senior year, going to work in the afternoon. The main reason that I did that was because I detested nearly every minute that I was in HS.

[@mery2189]

MAKE A SELF STUDY VIDEO PLEASEE!!!!!! Thank you for the tips!

[@kiranjot.kourrr]

Yes please make it!!!!!!

[@miragreen4471]

Thank you for this Tulla 💙💚❤ Also, I would like to see that video on youtubers who helped you self study 😌

[@lucyscherbakov111]

i also go to a public high school and some of my teachers don’t teach that well i would love to find some things that would really help!!:)

[@sophierose2057]

Tysm!!! I'm a freshman and I rly needed this!! This has helped a lot :)

[@preciousola-joseph2001]

thank you so much for this video🥰🥰 yes please do how i self study + youtube tips !!

[@adeola1919]

i'm thinking of starting my own company too. i'm not gonna say what it's about cuz i don't want anyone to steal my idea, hehe. ;) update: i'm actually not gonna start a business and i found out wat im gonna do for the rest of my high school years. it may change tho, who knows

[@vater9683]

Good luck 😝 hope u make it and don’t ever give up too people will always have something to say 🙄 so I hope u make it

[@josh4825]

I am going to be a senior next year class of 2022 My advice for the upcoming freshmen is... Join at least some clubs Get to know your school's faculty Stay organized Set goals for yourself Seek out new challenges Get enough sleep Make new friends you may have new friends but you will get used to it overtime Have the school spirit Be true to yourself Relationships is not as much important than your academics and also sports

[@aspiringking5000]

I would love to watch the self study video! My school lacks ap’s so I want to take AP World History but they only have Advanced.

[@aidasall4815]

You can still sign up for the test & self-study though !! Use Heimler’s History on KZbin (he’s honestly much better than my teacher was) Good luck if you decide to take it !!

[@aspiringking5000]

Kate Lee Thank you so much!!! I’ll keep that in mind!

[@mouhiazeck]

Me: *almost at the end of freshman year* *FINDS THIS VIDEO*

[@r3d._.p4nda]

I plan on just doing regular extracurricular activities for architecture my four years, and then, I was gonna switch art for freshmen year to orchestra (really into music) I am gonna cause I’m transferring to another school 10th grade where orchestra is available. Im planning my freshman year with at least one honors class and after that, I’ll see if I can handle the workload and stuff. I am extremely worried how this will go.

[@s1n1ztry]

As an 8th grader going into highschool in three months, this is really helpful!! First edit: got my schedule!!!!!

[@jasminezed7839]

What classes are you taking?

[@mirandafino6168]

How did it go? I’m starting highschool this year

[@lucyscherbakov111]

yes!! thank you for posting this!!

[@hrshta07]

im almost done with 8th grade, my finals are going on rn so i think it’s the right time to watch thiss

[@sunybunnyaj3334]

Could you make one for sophomores as well?

[@sunybunnyaj3334]

High school sophomores*

[@lilym6259]

i’m not tulla but i am a junior who has some serious regrets abt my sophomore year, so here goes: - dedicate yourself to three extracurriculars or two + a sport, line yourself up for a leadership position next year in at least one of those - try and make new friends, some won’t work out but some will and it’ll be good to have a support system - find somewhere to volunteer that you’re really passionate about, and volunteer 50-100 hours (really important) - if you can, take ap classes or honors classes, and really study for ap exams - take the sat at least once (don’t worry if you don’t do well) and start studying at least one day a week freshman year is about finding your place in a new world, and sophomore year is about really focusing on what you’re passionate about and resume building for college. hope this helps :))

[@elitejessy]

Lily Myrick I’m a senior & those were some good tips! Also, focus less on friendships or what people think of you & put your all into school but also have fun but still hold tight to your values!

[@elitejessy]

But if you can find a good motivating friend that wants to see you do great, then that’s AMAZING.

[@aidasall4815]

PLEASEEEEE !!

[@sarasaraiji3110]

Could you please do a video that talks more about your high school after school routine ? Like how long u spent studying on weekends and weekdays ?

[@screwyouishaan465]

POV: your an 8th grader. Going into high school.

[@Rowblox_Girlx]

Yes. Please make a video on how u self studied.

[@allieyang9447]

The self study vid would be super helpful :)

[@davidparnell3241]

Pull an All-nighter please! I love to see those types of videos!

[@ayushij]

waiting on a sophomore one!

[@tiffany2842]

@Tulla Bee could you do the junior one first 😭🥺

[@dollythicke4265]

self-study vid would be great..using your vid in my advisory period class tomorrow :)

[@kiarahubbardd]

So I got into a GT humanities English class.. it’s not AP but it’s pretty much the same. That’s really my only “difficult” class freshman year. But I do get to take that class through sophomore year, and if I pass the exam I get a college credit!

[@omarkhaled943]

i feel good when i watching your videos 💕

[@eduardang30]

well, I spent my freshman year in quarenteen... I freak out now, or later?

[@yaziyah4001]

I think now is better since I'm 3 months late.🐌🤧

[@shoni4215]

My school only offers honors to freshman if you are at the level for it. Is that fine?

[@TullaBee]

definitely! colleges know not all schools offer APs to freshmen

[@hongjucho1091]

thank you, your advices really, REALLY helped! I love watching your videos :)

[@aspiringking5000]

Amazing video!!! This is so helpful. 🥰

[@saiashok28]

Very helpful watching this for my son who is going to HS coming fall. Could you please add a video about your self study plans and methods?

[@kadenpett9487]

I am a freshman and this is so helpful! Anyway, you can do a study tip video?

[@kadenpett9487]

also include the youtube, Khan academy is a current life saver and would love some other channels

[@Alex-bx7rv]

Thank u so much this will be so helpful imm save this so I wont forget any of this

[@sabrinathaler2288]

THANK YOU SO SO MUCH FOR THIS

[@travisjohnson18]

OMG THANK YOU

[@futureslimes6446]

Yes, please share the self learning links. I have one freshman and one sophomore.

[@j1quxn]

i’m in 8th grade and i literally graduate in a week 😭 omg

[@seelynthedeal]

literally me but in 3 weeks i’m literally just watching so many of these 😭

[@anujiyer7173]

Such a helpful video thanks

[@prideandprejudicebyjaneausten]

I am a year ahead in math (i am in 8th grade in algebra 1) and i have the option to go to algebra 2 or geometry next year. Algebra 2 seems like a big jump, but i want to look good for college to skip geometry and go to algebra 2. I just don’t think it is smart because geometry is an essential class. I could just do both classes the same year (doubling up on math) but i don’t want to be too stressed out + i don’t want to cut any of my classes. What do you suggest? :) thanks ❤

[@-Swifties-]

I am a year ahead in math too. My friend is jumping to algebra 2 and taking geometry. I had that option too,but I didn’t want to stress myself out a lot. I would say it is totally up to you. I am taking all honors other then US history. My friend is taking all honors, but I am scared I may burn myself out. I would say it is totally up to you and what you are comfortable with.

[@user-fg3id9xe7t]

hi, what if you are doing online school and can't participate/start clubs? Do u think colleges will understand

[@annikaa426]

of course they'll understand; it's an unusual time for everyone. a lot of colleges have an essay portion in which you can elaborate on how covid has affected your life, and they'll most likely continue incorporating that section for every graduating class that is affected by covid within the next few years. in the meantime, you could definitely talk to your counselor or teacher about starting a club virtually!

[@anissapatel3515]

What electives did you take in high school?

[@freyaisenhart8895]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

[@adeola1919]

i'm gonna be a freshman this year in high school. i'm 13 and i want to go to yale. i feel like i'm gonna fail high school, even tho i have a plan of studying

[@levv5833]

Sameeee

[@raineybutsunny]

loved this video

[@taliahowell8053]

pls im a senior in high school and thought this was a vid on college freshman 💀😭 i didn’t even read the title mb

[@sarasaraiji3110]

Also, how did u manage keeping up with school work and study hard for the SAT ?

[@adeola1919]

my school doesn't have a gpa. we have to calculate it ourselves, so i'm gonna focus on getting straight A's, but having PERFECT 100.00s

[@antoniostreet]

U think the school keeps a record of everything like your grades and transcript they keep it if you apply for college your 12 grade year then they give it to you

[@adeola1919]

@@antoniostreet ? my school has report cards

[@antoniostreet]

@@adeola1919 I meant to say I think not you think

[@antoniostreet]

@@adeola1919 but you can ask the counselor what your gpa is

[@antoniostreet]

@@adeola1919 trust me they keep a. Record of all of that

[@rakshithkarthik2332]

I am a freshman, and I am taking 2 honors courses(math and bio). There are 4 honors available that is outside my pathway and I knew that I am not interested in those courses. Is that fine? I am just taking the courses that I could.

[@blaxis3271]

I am a freshman too and I am taking 4 honors (math, bio, english, and French) as long with AP U.S History. I would say take as many honors that are available to you.

[@Alex-bx7rv]

I struggle alot to keep up cause of my ADHD and my anxiety qwq

[@sinit1961]

I like your content! Also, do you need to take ap classes and or ib classes to get into top colleges?

[@laussielovess]

Can you do a video on time management and study tips/apps/yt channels

[@jennieli5653]

junior yr almost no extracurricular and no community service what should I do!

[@sofiam7310]

hey! i need some advice. so, Im in 8th grade and am currently picking my highschool classes. I'm taking every other class honors, however I'm not so sure in math. I'm taking algebra 1 right now and the high school options for me is Algebra 2 and Honors Algebra 2. I have an 87 in my first marking period for math and an 89 in the second marking period. To take honors I need at least a 90. So, since I am not taking honors Algebra 2, will that affect my chances of getting into Penn State eventually? I know I sound crazy considering i'm only in 8th grade but I've always wanted to go to Penn State since I was little and I worry that this may affect my chances.

[@aepalena]

it won’t!!! just bc you don’t take 1 honors doesn’t mean ur automatically out!

[@ayoung8049]

How many AP classes would you recommend a high school freshman to take ?( in middle school I got straight A’s , but I stress over time easily )

[@rayray8542]

I’m not in Highschool yet. Still a middle schooler, but I think 1-2 is max. I’m doing one because I want room to adjust to the workload. Plus most schools only allow freshman access to one either way.

[@ruthie9011]

I’m doing 2-3 this year

[@dylanliber2689]

At my high school I have the option to take an online version of health. Do you think taking the online class would be worse than taking the class in person? (I want to get the credit out of the way my freshman year but I don’t want to take the online class if it isn’t for me as it would mean no teacher support because it is through Acellus)

[@antoniostreet]

Im an incoming freshman(class of 2025) in southwest Florida we can take online courses over the summer through Florida virtual so if I wanted to I can take my hope requirement over the summer

[@antoniostreet]

But if they offer it then I'd say do it to get it out the way but make sure if won't stress you out or cause you to be overwhelemd

[@Dogyef]

7th Grade, very helpful. Thanks!

[@lokig8138]

The sports thing, does it work with clubs too? About the “leadership” position thing

[@margaretscrazycraftylife423]

Your eyes are really pretty :3

[@tiedher]

My highschool actually doesn’t offer ap classes instead they do ib and u can only take that for ur junior and senior year do u know if that difference will affect me going into top universities

[@erinhagood8290]

that movie is on Netflix

[@ihaveaguninmycloset]

Guys my school doesn't offer, AP, IB or honors classes so what should I do?

[@brianaspluto2158]

i aspire to be you

[@zacharyertengrass892]

Solid advice. People should watch this video and pay attention.

[@tonystarns627]

I'm abt to be in hs next year and I am shatting myself

[@jennie8735]

the last tip HAHAHAHAHHHHAHAHAH

[@erinhagood8290]

you look like the twin from the New York minute

[@jolinchen9340]

Can you please make a video on how you studied for tests?

[@Sara-gc4hq]

The fact that all the upper classmates tell me (I'm a highschool freshman) to sleep as much as I can because years of less sleep are coming 🙂🤍 I'm sure I can do It!!

[@REDBULLGIVESYIUWINGSMF]

Jahah who else is watching this video gust bc

[@suu5612]

do you think taking a language would help ur application?

[@milkoftutarekegn5334]

Does it matter how much honors/AP classes you take in total on college apps? I want to do as much rigorous courses as I can but I also want to be able to not stress my self out lol

[@connorm_3605]

At the highest level, the number doesn’t seem to matter that much as they are an equalizer (everyone takes them, so it doesn’t really matter if one applicant took 8 and another took 10), same thing with test scores (1500s for SAT).

[@connorm_3605]

And to add on, it’s also ok to take elective courses relevant to your intended major. For example, I took polymer chem and bio chem my senior year and I am intending to study biomedical engineering or maybe materials science & engineering in college. It also helps to diversify the types of college-level courses you take if you can (as a matter of fact, the first thing my MIT interviewer asked me about was my dual enrollment courses at a top uni in my state). Keep in mind that admissions staff view your application in the context of your school and the classes available to take, so don’t fret if you have only taken 4 AP classes when your school only offers 6 (it’s more about the opportunities taken from what your school offers). Hope this helps you a bit.

[@hopsmax2827]

@@connorm_3605 Hey! Should I take AP Human Geo in my freshman year? My high school only offers 1 AP course for freshmen which happens to be Human Geography. I'm debating whether I should take it or not, but I'm up for the challenge. Just unsure if it is worth it and will help in the long run. Thanks!

[@connorm_3605]

@@hopsmax2827 highly recommend that. It’s a really great starter AP and I’m actually kinda bummed I didn’t take it my freshman year. College admission officers look at your courses in the lense of what your school offers, so it’s more about taking the most challenging classes your school offers, not how many AP classes you can take at once

[@hopsmax2827]

@@connorm_3605 Thanks! That helps narrow down my courses! Very helpful advice. Will be sure to take that into consideration along my high school journey. Thanks again 🙏

[@shreyabellur7238]

Please make a self study video

[@gabriellakadiri2691]

Who’s here in 2022

[@samar8357]

you are so gorgeous like what

[@airionnalowery-in1mk]

What classes should I take

[@AraticTV]

What about number 1 freshman in your state in chess is that good lol

[@climxfo975]

I think you looked good even when you posted your first video. idk, I'm just saying

[@luvkalie]

Hi!! I know this video was posted long ago however would these tips work for a sophomore? I was so unprepared for the beginning of my freshmen year and its about to end soon and i feel like I couldve done so much more! I also moved states so it made it a lot worse!! How many ap classes should i take sophomore year? Im only being allowed to take 1 however i can pull some strings to take some online im pretty sure! Im gonna be taking apush in my sophomore year, is that good?

[@jermainelindo6944]

lonelyness

[@danieljasonhanf]

Have parents that can afford it, that's the secret to good school admission

[@marexiotarashvili8666]

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[@truck574]

Don't take advice from someone who's never had a problem in their life