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Is there a way to still apply to UMD if my SAT scores aren't stellar?

Hey everyone. So I've been grinding for the SAT and let's just say it hasn't been my strongest suit. Does UMD have other options for admission if I haven't blown the top off my SAT? I've got killer gr …

2 years ago

Swarthmore College Tuition

Hey y'all, I've been looking into Liberal Arts Colleges and Swarthmore caught my eye. But, I've heard it's pretty expensive. What's the exact tuition sitting at these days?

2 years ago

Inquiring about University of San Diego's Undergraduate Tuition and Fees

Hello everyone! I'm currently shortlisting universities I'd potentially want to go to. One of those is the University of San Diego. Can anybody provide me with detailed info on their undergraduate tui …

2 years ago

UC Santa Cruz Average GPA

I'm interested in applying to UC Santa Cruz, but I'm curious to know about the average GPA of enrolled students. Is there anyone here who could tell me what I could aim for to stay competitive?

2 years ago

Understanding Tuition Fees at Shippensburg

Hello guys, I'm considering Shippensburg University and I'm hoping for some info. Do you know how much the tuition fees are for undergraduate students? I've heard it's quite affordable. Thanks in adva …

2 years ago

Tuition information for TSU

Hi guys and gals, I'm currently researching Texas Southern University (TSU) as a college option. However, I'm a bit uneasy about the tuition costs. Could anyone fill me in on the approximate tuition a …

2 years ago

Stony Brook GPA questions

Hey, feeling a bit stressed about this. How does the GPA calculation work at Stony Brook University? And is it vastly different from high school grading? Also, how crucial is a high GPA to thrive in S …

2 years ago

Score to Letter Grades?

Hiya! Totally confused here. If I receive an 82 in an assignment, what would that be in terms of a letter grade? Much appreciated.

2 years ago

Is Stockton University in New Jersey a good choice?

Hey, can anyone give me feedback about Stockton University in New Jersey? I want to know about their programs, campus life, and just overall student satisfaction. Cheers!

2 years ago

Concerned about cost: University of Albany tuition?

Hey everyone, so I'm starting to take a real hard look at my finances and how they're going to figure into my college choices. For anyone who's got info, can you let me know what the current tuition a …

2 years ago

Strengths of different military branches

Hey folks, I'm trying to sort out my post-high school plans and I'm seriously considering the military. Does anyone know what each U.S. military branch is particularly strong at or known for? Not just …

2 years ago

Which military branch is considered the 'smartest'?

Hey everyone, a little confused here. Is there a general consensus on which U.S. military branch is considered the 'smartest'? I'm not here to start a branch war, just to broaden my knowledge and gath …

2 years ago

Pay scales across different military branches

Hi y'all, I'm a rising junior and have been looking into the military as a post-high school route. Do all the branches pay the same, or does it depend on which one you're in? How much of a difference …

2 years ago

Letter Grade Equivalent of a 3.5 GPA

Hi all! I was wondering, what's the letter grade equivalent of a 3.5 GPA? I'm trying to gain a deeper understanding of the US grading system.

2 years ago

Interpreting an 80 Grade

I'm a little lost with how my grades are represented. I recently received an 80. Is this a letter grade or a percentile? Can someone clarify?

2 years ago

What's the graduation rate at West Chester University?

Hey everyone, I've recently been looking into West Chester University and I like a lot of what I see. However, I'm really concerned about the outcomes of all the students who start a program there. Do …

2 years ago

Understanding the ranking systems across the military branches

Heads up, bit of an unusual question coming through: Could anybody here give me an idea about the highest ranks across each military branch? I've tried looking stuff up myself, but the results are a b …

2 years ago

Navigating Vanderbilt Undergraduate Admissions Requirements

Hey guys, pardon me if this sounds too basic but I'm trying to get a handle on the Vanderbilt University undergrad application process. I'm a bit confused about what they're looking for in terms of ac …

2 years ago

UW vs Gonzaga University Debate

Hey everyone! I've been comparing colleges and I'm stuck between the University of Washington (UW) and Gonzaga University. I would be majoring in business, if that helps. Can anyone offer some insight …

2 years ago

Understanding the Difference Between UVA and JMU

Hi there! I've been considering both the University of Virginia (UVA) and James Madison University (JMU) as options for my college education, but can't seem to figure out the major differences between …

2 years ago
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