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UVA in-state acceptance percentage?

Hi guys, my top choice is UVA and I'm an in-state applicant. I've been trying to find specific data related to in-state acceptance rates, but haven't had much luck. Does anyone have any data or source …

a year ago

Transparency on USC's acceptance rate for out-of-state students

Hey there! I'm from Michigan and USC has always been a dream school for me. But I'm a little bit concerned about the acceptance rates. I was wondering if anyone had any information about USC's accepta …

a year ago

When do AP Math scores typically come out?

Hi all, it's my first year taking an AP class and I'm kind of lost. Anyone knows when AP Math scores usually get released? Does it happen around the same time every year?

a year ago

Seeking Neuroscience Undergraduate programs: What to look for?

I'm passionate about studying neuroscience. Can anyone recommend colleges with strong undergraduate neuroscience programs? And, how should I evaluate these programs? What makes an undergraduate neuros …

a year ago

About the '12 Public Ivy League Schools'?

Hello everyone! Can someone help to explain what exactly are these '12 Public Ivy League' schools I've heard about? How did they get this title and what makes them different from other schools? Are th …

a year ago

AP Grade Curves

Yo, so I've been hitting the books pretty hard for my AP classes and I'm just wondering how are the grade curves calculated for AP exams? Is there any online tool like an AP curve calculator or someth …

a year ago

Top colleges in North Carolina?

I'm a resident of North Carolina and I'm considering staying in my home state for college. Does anyone have recommendations for great colleges in North Carolina, regardless of size or major concentrat …

a year ago

When should I take the SAT in high school?

Hey everyone, currently a junior here. Been hearing about everyone taking their SATs and it's got me a bit flustered. When's the best timing to take the SATs in high school?

a year ago

AP European History Score Calculation

Hey guys, firsthand apologies for sounding paranoid, but I'm trying to estimate my AP European History score. Is there a useful calculator or prediction method I can use?

a year ago

How has Harvard's admit rate changed over time?

I've heard that Harvard’s admission rates have been fluctuating a bit, but finding up-to-date data seems impossible. Can anyone shed some light on the recent trends in Harvard's admission rates and ho …

a year ago

Notable colleges for a Business Major?

I have decided to major in Business, and I’m trying to narrow down my college choices. Does anyone have suggestions for colleges that have notable Business programs?

a year ago

The Biggest Universities in the U.S -- not just in terms of student population?

Hello everyone! I'm starting my college search and one thing that hasn't been clear to me is what constitutes a 'large' university. I understand looking at student population is one factor, but are th …

a year ago

Understanding AP test score release dates

Hi all, I'm taking a couple of AP tests this year and I'm trying to understand when we get to see our scores. I’ve heard it’s in July, but I'm not sure of the exact date. Can someone help me out with …

a year ago

Help! Need to Calculate My GPA on a 4.0 scale

This may seem like a silly question, but I'm genuinely lost. How do I calculate my GPA on a 4.0 scale? I've tried using online calculators but I'd love to understand the method behind the madness. Tha …

a year ago

Seeking schools with free application process

Hey, college applications can get expensive, even just the submission fees. Are there colleges that have free application processes? I feel it would greatly help with my budget, and I can apply to mor …

a year ago

Easiest Engineering Degree?

Hi everyone, I've always been geared towards engineering but, admittedly, I'm not very confident in my ability to handle its difficulty. So, I'm curious, among all the engineering fields, which is con …

a year ago

When should SAT test scores be available?

Took the SAT a while ago and I'm anxiously awaiting my score. Does anyone have any idea when SAT test scores are usually made available?

a year ago

Any tips for the AP French exam?

Hey, can anyone shed light on the format or content of the AP French exam? What kind of proficiency in French do they test for?

a year ago

Choosing Unique Topics for Argumentative Essays

Hey! I'm a junior in high school and will be writing several argumentative essays this year. I want to stand out and choose unique topics. Any ideas about where I could draw inspiration from or any su …

a year ago

Crafting UChicago Essays: Suggestions?

Gay mates, I'm struggling with my UChicago essays and was wondering if any of you had any advice or could share your approach? What topics are compelling? Should I opt for a creative approach or stick …

a year ago
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