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Hey! I'm really hoping to apply to UGA, but I'm feeling a bit nervous about my SAT score. Does anyone know what SAT score UGA typically is looking for from its applicants? Trying not to stress too muc …

Hey all, I'm a junior and I just took my AP Math test. Anxious doesn't even begin to describe how I'm feeling! Does anyone know when we can expect the scores to be released?

Hey there, just finished with my common app and I'm looking at University of Florida. I'm trying to get a head start on their application. Can anyone tell me if they require supplemental essays?

I've been looking online and I can't seem to find a specific time for the release of AP scores in 2025. I know that scores typically come out in July, but does anyone have a more concrete date and tim …

Hey there, I'm thinking of applying to UCSD next year. I've heard a lot about how selective the school is. Does anyone know the current acceptance rate at UCSD? This info would really help me balance …

I'm preparing for the AP Art History exam and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. How does one predict what might come up on the test? Are there any common themes or topics that the exam tends to focus on …

Hey, gang. I stumbled upon this term 'UROCh Ed' and I'm at a loss as to what it means. Does anyone have any insight into what UROCh Ed is, especially how it plays into the whole college application pr …

Hey everyone, I am super into airplane engineering and have been working on it as a hobby for a while now. I want to take my passion to the next level in college. What should I consider when choosing …

I've been prepping for the AP Psychology exam and I'm really putting in work. Since there's no single 'grade' on AP exams, is there a tool or method I can use to calculate a rough estimate for my scor …

So I've been hearing that some colleges are particularly hard to verify admissions to. I'm just curious as to what that means? And why are some colleges harder to verify than others? Grateful for any …

My teacher just told us we all have to take the APUSH exam at the end of the year, and I'm a little nervous to take it to be totally honest. How long will I have to wait to hear back about how I did a …

Hi guys. I'm looking into applying to UNC, but I'm not super clear on what exactly they're looking for in their applicants. Does anyone have any info on the key qualities and characteristics that real …

Hello folks! I'm working on my Common App and I saw this 'cum laude' level thing. I'm not so sure what that means or how it could impact my application. Could someone help me understand it better? Tha …

Hi all, I've decided to apply to University of Wisconsin Madison and I was wondering if anyone has any tips for boosting my chances at acceptance? Anything you think helped you or what they particular …

Hey, guys. Juggling the stress of Junior year and college apps (you know what I mean). I've been researching UVA's application requirements and can't really seem to find any specifics about UVA's supp …

I'm researching UCLA and I stumbled upon something called the 'Common Data Set'. Unfortunately, I'm not quite sure what it entails. Can someone help me understand this? Be really grateful for some cla …

Hey y'all, I've set my sights on giving UNC a shot. For those who have applied, can you share your application experiences? Is anything particularly challenging or unexpected about the application pro …

Hey, ya'll. I'm an out-of-state student and I'm really into USC's Viterbi School of Engineering (VSE), but I'm a little bit uncertain how being from another state factors into my chances of getting in …

As a junior, I've started thinking about when the best time to take the SAT would be. I've heard a lot of different opinions, but wanted to know what you guys think? Should I take it this year or wait …

Hi everyone, I'm seriously considering UC Irvine as a potential college choice. How competitive is the admission there? Does anyone know what kind of qualities they look for in applicants or any tips …