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Princeton GPA - does anyone know?

Hey guys! My dream college has always been Princeton University. I know it's super tough to get in, so I'm just wondering, what GPA are they typically looking for?

2 years ago

What GPA do I need to get into James Madison University?

I'm currently a junior in high school and I've got my sights set on James Madison University. That being said, I'm a little unsure about what kind of GPA they're looking for. Can somebody here give me …

2 years ago

Is a 28 ACT score good enough?

A little stressed here, just got my ACT scores and I got a 28. Is that a respectable score or do I need to retake the test to improve my chances of getting into my dream college?

2 years ago

Howard vs. Harvard - what's the better choice?

Kind of nervous to ask this, but bear with me: If given the choice, should I go for Howard or Harvard? I'm equally interested in both, but they do seem pretty different. Does anyone have any insights …

2 years ago

Good Colleges in Louisiana

Hey y'all, I'm a high school junior from Louisiana trying to stay in state for college. Anyone know of any particularly good colleges here in Louisiana that I should check out?

2 years ago

Understanding the Strengths of Different Military Branches

Hello everyone! I was thinking about a possible military career post-high school. I'm curious about which branch in the military is generally seen as 'the strongest'. What does that even mean and how …

2 years ago

Fees at NYU: What else should I budget for?

Hey all, I hope you're doing well. I've been looking into NYU and it's really standing out to me. But I'm still working out my budget - so I was wondering, beyond tuition, what other fees should I be …

2 years ago

How competitive are AL military academy nominations?

Hi folks, I’m living in Alabama and trying to secure a nomination letter for a military academy. Does anyone have any insight on how competitive it is in AL compared to other states? Any tips or advic …

2 years ago

Best Military Branch to Join for a Mom

I'm a current high school junior and I also happen to be a mother. It's been a challenge, but I am considering joining the military after I graduate to secure a future for my child. Which military bra …

2 years ago

Can anyone clarify Harrisburg University's tuition cost?

What's up everyone? I can't seem to find some straight answers on this and I'm really stressing over it! Does anyone know the total cost of tuition for Harrisburg University? I'm trying to budget and …

2 years ago

SAT Requirements for Georgia State University

Hi, I'm wondering about the SAT requirements for Georgia State University. What's the cutoff for applicants usually like? Thanks a lot in advance!

2 years ago

Howard admission requirements - what's the scoop?

Yo! I've heard a lot of good things about Howard, but I'm having a tricky time figuring out their admission requirements. Can anyone fill me in? What do they look for in an applicant? GPAs, extra curr …

2 years ago

Need help figuring out how to compare colleges

Hi guys, I'm feeling a bit lost in the sauce here. How exactly do I go about comparing colleges? I mean, beyond just looking at their SATs, majors, and location, what other factors are important to co …

2 years ago

Does anyone know the current acceptance rate for Misericordia University?

I've been trying to find as much data as possible on Misericordia University, but can't find a clear, current acceptance rate. Has anyone got any knowledge they could share? Is the school generally co …

2 years ago

Need info on New Mexico State tuition

Hiya peeps! I've been doing some research on New Mexico State and I'm having a bit of a tough time finding its current tuition details. Can anyone help out with info on that or guide me to where I can …

2 years ago

How true-to-life is UofU’s GPA calculator?

Hey there, I'm a high school junior and I'm interested in applying to UofU. I've used their GPA calculator, but I'm unsure of its accuracy. Does anyone have any insights on how reflective it is of Uof …

2 years ago

Demographics of Northwestern University?

Hey guys, quick question about Northwestern University. I'm really interested in the culture and diversity of the colleges I'm considering. Can anyone fill me in on the demographics of Northwestern - …

2 years ago

Differences and Defining Characteristics of U.S. Military Branches?

Hey everyone, junior over here trying to figure out post-graduation plans. I'm interested in the military, but I'm a little confused about the distinct roles and responsibilities of each branch. Can a …

2 years ago

Understanding the Various Military Branches

Hey, I've been doing some research, and I'm a bit confused—is the US Coast Guard considered a branch of the military? I'm not sure how it all breaks down. Any clarity would be appreciated!

2 years ago

Difficulty of Military Branches

Yo, juniors! Not planning to apply to college right after graduating. I'm more into military thingy. Heard about 'Marines' being the toughest branch, but that's not convincing enough. Is it even true, …

2 years ago
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