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I'm spinning my wheels trying to figure this out - do most colleges require the essay portion for the SAT/ACT? I'm working on my study plan and don't want to overlook anything important.

I've been kinda stressed out with all these standardized tests. Do colleges usually require either ACT or SAT scores to be submitted with applications?

Does anyone know if colleges have a preference for ACT or SAT scores? Or are they usually interchangeable in applications?

I heard some colleges don't care much for the ACT essay. Can anyone confirm if that's true? Or is the essay usually required?

Y'all, I'm feeling a little stressed about this. Do most colleges require applicants to have taken a certain number of years of a language in high school?

Hey, does anyone know if most colleges require applicants to have completed four years of math in high school?

Hello community, I plan to start at a community college and then transfer to a University. Do most US colleges accept transfers after 2 years? I know some do, but is it a widespread practice?

This might be a bit of funny question, but do most colleges have spring break? I see all these movies about epic college spring breaks and I'm wondering if those are just Hollywood exaggerations, or i …

Y'all, I've got a bit of a niche interest here... publishing. Not writing, but the actual process of getting a book from a document to a hardcover on someone's shelf. I've looked at a few colleges, an …

Hello everyone, I would like to know this. Do most colleges offer medical plans for students? Healthcare is definitely one of my top priorities when considering colleges. Thanks for your help!

Hi all! I've heard that college exams are a whole different ballgame compared to high school. Is it true that most colleges have cumulative final exams? If so, any tips on how to prepare?

Hey everybody, just want to clarify something. So, in most colleges, do they normally have communal bathrooms in dormitories? I don't know how I feel about that and it's something I want to consider w …

Is it common for colleges to have classes on Fridays or is it typically a free day? I'm trying to get an idea of what my schedule might look like.

Coming from high school where it's mandatory to attend, I'm curious about the college scene. Do most colleges have an attendance policy, or is it more flexible?

I'm considering going into nursing, how common are nursing programs amongst colleges? I'm hoping to have a fair number of choices when applying.

Hey guys, is it common for colleges to give students a day off for President's Day? Or does it vary among different institutions?

I'm neck-deep in the college application process and I've been hearing things relating to 'weighted' and 'unweighted' GPA. What do colleges typically consider? Do they generally consider the weighted …

Hi! I'm a high school junior currently looking into dorm life at colleges. I'm a bit of a foodie and being able to warm up my own meals would be a massive plus. Do most colleges allow microwaves in do …

Hello there, I'll be a freshman soon and I was wondering if most colleges allow freshmen to have cars on campus. Driving to classes would be more convenient for me rather than walking or cycling. Any …

This is a little unique, but I have a pet bearded dragon and I'd like to keeping him when I head to college. Do most colleges allow pets, like bearded dragons, in their dorms? I'm hoping he can join m …