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ACT/SAT Equivalency: How Does a 33 ACT Score Compare to the SAT?

Hey there, got my latest ACT results and scored a 33! I'm somewhat curious about how this might equate to an SAT score. Anyone got an idea about the conversion? Thanks.

a year ago

ACT 31 to SAT: The Conversion

Hey guys! I just got my latest ACT scores and I got a 31. I'm thinking of giving the SAT a shot as well. Can anyone help me understand what my ACT score would translate to on the SAT scale? Thanks in …

a year ago

Aiming Lower: The Grades Necessary for a 2.0 GPA

Hey there, I just want to understand what grades must I achieve to have a 2.0 GPA? I know it's not the most glamorous GPA, but understanding the benchmarks would really help me strategize better. Than …

a year ago

Understanding GPA: What Grades Do You Need for a 3.5 GPA?

Hey guys! I'm currently a junior, and I've been trying to figure out my academic standing. I know that a 3.5 GPA is considered pretty good, but I'm still a little bit fuzzy on what exactly that number …

a year ago

Impact of Honors Courses

Hey everyone! I'm currently taking a few honors classes and I'm trying to understand how it all works. What impact do these classes have on my college application? Do they really boost the chances of …

a year ago

Right College for Me

I'm entering my junior year and I'm trying to start my college search. Can someone give me advice on how to figure out what colleges would be the right fit for me? Like, how to assess these colleges b …

a year ago

Acceptable GPA for College Admissions

Hey there! I'm currently a junior and I've been managing a 3.6 GPA so far. I'm wondering, what kind of colleges typically accept a student with a GPA like mine? Do I still have good options?

a year ago

Acceptance Range - Colleges Accepting a 3.4 GPA

Okay, so I've been a bit of a stress case recently about my GPA, which currently stands at a 3.4. Do you guys know of any good colleges that are likely to accept students with a GPA around this range?

a year ago

The Right College for Me - Quiz Suggestions?

I was chatting with a couple of my friends and they suggested that I take a 'what college is right for me' quiz to narrow down my options. Can you guys recommend a good, comprehensive one?

a year ago

Identifying Austin's College

Hey all, I'm trying to figure out which college is based in Austin? This could factor into my college list, because I've heard great things about the city and the tech scene there.

a year ago

Location of the University of Kentucky

I'm kinda new to the admissions process and researching colleges. I was wondering, what city is the University of Kentucky located in? It'd help for me to know so I could see whether it's a fit based …

a year ago

Making Sense of 'The Colleges'

Uh, so when people say 'the colleges,' what do they mean exactly? Seems like a broad term to me. Is it just a casual way to refer to the whole range of post-secondary institutions or something more sp …

a year ago

Breaking Down Intramurals - What Are They?

I've been hearing about 'intramurals' a lot, especially when people talk about life on college campuses. Can someone explain to me what 'intramurals' are? And would joining them benefit me in some way …

a year ago

Seeking Advice on Top Universities in California

So, I'm a junior thinking about schools for next year. I've always wanted to study on the West Coast, specifically California. Can you guys suggest some good universities in California? A little about …

a year ago

Degree Exploration: Western Oregon University

I'm currently looking at Western Oregon University and noticed they have quite a wide range of degrees. For anyone who has attended or knows about the school, are there specific programs that are nota …

a year ago

Diverse Education: Western Michigan Degrees

In the midst of my college search, I stumbled upon Western Michigan and I'm curious about the diversity of degrees they offer. Are there any unique or standout programs that I should consider? Does an …

a year ago

Major Decision: Western Illinois University

Hey all, the time has come to finalize my choice of major and I'm leaning towards Western Illinois University largely due to the range of programs they offer. So, does anyone have insights about the s …

a year ago

Insights on Western Case Reserve University?

Hello! I've been looking into Western Case Reserve University recently, it seems like a really good school but I'm curious if anyone here can provide some more insight. Can anyone share their experien …

a year ago

Colleges in Unique Locations: West Texas Canyon

Hey everyone! So I'm starting to look into colleges and I know that location might play a big role in my decision. I came across West Texas Canyon and I am really intrigued. Does anyone have any infor …

a year ago

Most Competitive Pennsylvania State University

What's the hardest PA state university to get into? I'm a Pennsylvania resident and some of my options are in-state schools. I'd like to know the most competitive one. Thanks friends!

a year ago
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