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Hey guys, I didn't do as well as I wanted on my first ACT attempt. I really want to increase my score, but I'm not sure what to focus on. What are some effective study strategies and resources that yo …
Hey everyone, I'm trying to do some research on college basketball, but I'm a bit confused. Can someone help me understand how many divisions are there in the NCAA, and the approximate number of D2 an …
I've been hearing about GPA scales lately, and I'm kinda confused. Can someone explain what a GPA scale means and how it affects my high school GPA?
Hey fellow high schoolers, I've been wondering if either the SAT or ACT is viewed as more important by colleges when applying. Should I focus more on one of them, or are they considered equally import …
Hey guys, I'm a little stressed about the costs of college applications and tests. How can I determine if I'm eligible for fee waivers? What are some common qualifications for receiving a fee waiver, …
Hey guys, I've got my eyes set on applying to Northeastern University (NEU)—can anyone let me know what GPA is considered competitive for admission there? I'm trying to gauge my chances and see if I n …
Honestly, I've always dreamed of going to Caltech, but I'm worried about my chances of getting accepted. How tough is it to get in there, and do you guys have any advice? I know it's competitive, but …
Hey guys! So, I'm planning to apply to Rice University as one of my top choices, but I'm a bit unsure about the application deadlines for Early Decision and Regular Decision. Can someone please provid …
Hey there, I just got my SAT scores back, and I'm not sure how it stacks up against what's typical. What is a 'normal' SAT score for applicants? And is it a good enough score for decent colleges?
I'm struggling with the ACT Science section and I really need to raise my score. Are there any resources, strategies, or advice you could share that helped you do well in this section? Thanks so much!
Hey everyone! Lately, I've been seeing a lot of different rankings for Ivy League universities. How much weight should I give these rankings when deciding on where I would like to apply? Are there any …
Hey guys, I'm planning to take the ACT soon, but I'm wondering, how long does the test usually take? What's the breakdown of the time for each section? Thanks in advance.
Hello! I've been doing a bunch of community service, but I'm not sure how much is enough. What's a good number of service hours to have under my belt before applying to colleges? Are there any recomme …
Hey guys, I've been looking into UChicago and I'm curious—how hard is it actually to get into this school? What are some factors that could make a difference in my chances, like GPA, test scores, and …
I'm a junior in high school and I'm really passionate about the performing arts. I'd love to attend a college that has a strong performing arts program. Can anyone recommend some of the top colleges f …
Hey guys! My counselor recommended that I take either AP Micro or AP Macro Economics next year. I'm not sure which one to choose. Can anyone tell me which of the two is generally considered harder?
Hey guys, I was thinking about my future career, and I find the idea of being a college professor appealing. Can someone give me an idea of the education requirements to become one?
Hey y'all! I'm planning to apply to the University of Pittsburgh and I was wondering what kind of SAT score they usually expect from their applicants? I'd like to know if my current score is competiti …
Hi all, I'm looking for an online SAT prep course. Are there any highly recommended ones that you guys have found helpful? I'm open to both free and paid courses. Thanks!
Hey everyone. I've been trying to find the acceptance rate for Ohio Dominican University but couldn't find a solid answer online. Does anyone here know their current acceptance rate?