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Finding the perfect dorm: what should I prioritize?

As I get ready to start looking at colleges, I've been wondering what I should look for in dorms. Other than the obvious factors like size and cost, what matters most in terms of location, amenities, …

a year ago

Insight on UVA In-State Acceptance Rate?

First time posting here, I'm a junior from Virginia and UVA's been on my mind a lot lately. Can anyone give me an idea of UVA's in-state acceptance rate? Is having residency going to significantly hel …

a year ago

Ranking of California State Universities—how reliable are they?

Hi! I've been looking into the California State University system, and I've seen a lot of different rankings scattered online—does anyone understand their basis? How do these universities compare to U …

a year ago

Making sense of the GPA: How do I calculate my 4.0 scale GPA?

I'm trying to calculate my GPA on a 4.0 scale, but I'm not exactly sure how it all breaks down. Can someone explain how each grade translates to this scale, and if there are things like AP or Honors c …

a year ago

High school business internships: how to find them?

I'm really interested in business and I'd love to get some hands-on experience before I go to college. Are there internships in business that are available for high school students? Where can I find t …

a year ago

GPA figuring: How exactly does one calculate their GPA on a 4.0 scale?

Hey, I've run into a bit of a roadblock while calculating my GPA on the 4.0 scale. Could someone with experience in this help me figure out the mechanics behind it? I'd greatly appreciate any advice o …

a year ago

UT Acceptance Rate 2024?

Hey gang, I'm really stressing about my upcoming applications. I've had my heart set on the University of Texas for a while now, but I can't seem to find any info about their most recent acceptance ra …

a year ago

Getting into Berkeley University: What does it take?

Hey everyone, I'm aiming to apply to Berkeley University next year and I know it's a really competitive school. So, can anyone share their insights or experiences about how they got in, or offer some …

a year ago

Where to go for Biology— colleges with strong programs?

I'm super passionate about Biology and plan to major in it during college. I'm looking for recommendations on colleges that specialize in Biology. Any ideas?

a year ago

University of Michigan Admission Rate

I am planning on applying to the University of Michigan next fall and I'm just wondering what their admission rate is like? How competitive is it compared to other state universities?

a year ago

Understanding the AP Psych Exam scoring calculator

I've heard about an AP Psych exam calculator that some students use to predict their scores. How reliable is it? Has anyone used it before, and did it accurately reflect your results?

a year ago

BA vs BS for Computer Science— which makes more sense?

I am leaning towards Computer Science as my major, but see 2 degree options: BA and BS. Considering the job market, internships and further education opportunities in CS, which should I choose for the …

a year ago

Acceptance rate for Cal State San Luis Obispo?

I've been thinking about Cal State San Luis Obispo lately. I'm trying to compile a list of potential schools to apply to next year, and was wondering what the average acceptance rate is for this schoo …

a year ago

Which college football games have the most expensive tickets?

Working out my budget for next fall (hoping to catch some epic games), but not sure what to expect. Which college football games are notorious for having the priciest tickets?

a year ago

Calculator usage for AP Spanish Language exam?

Hey peeps, quick question. Do we use calculators in the AP Spanish Language exam? And if we do, are there any restrictions on which types of calculators we can use?

a year ago

Need ideas for a senior year project

Hey guys. So, for my senior year, my school requires us to complete an independent project on a topic of our choice. I want something that's personally informative but also engaging. Any exciting area …

a year ago

Most High School Basketball Points in Illinois?

Hey everyone. I'm a big basketball fan and with all the talk about top athletes at my school, I'm curious - who currently holds the record for most high school points in basketball in Illinois? Is it …

a year ago

Acceptance rate at the University of Richmond?

What's up guys, I plan to apply to University of Richmond next year. However, I've been hearing it's pretty selective. Could anyone share what the acceptance rate typically looks like and any advice f …

a year ago

Expected Release Date for 2024 AP Scores?

Hello, mates! I'll be sitting for the APs in 2024. Curious, though- does anyone have information on when exactly the AP score release date is anticipated to be in 2024? Just trying to plan way ahead, …

a year ago

Need advice on how to approach AP Lit essays

Hey, guys. I'm kinda struggling with understanding how to effectively write the AP Lit essays. Can someone share some tips, strategies, or even examples on how to do this? Not looking for perfect essa …

a year ago
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