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Starting to freak out a bit, I want to apply to LSU. I've taken the ACT, but I'm uncertain if my score is good enough. What's the typical ACT score range they accept?

Hi all, Can anyone provide a distinction between UC (University of California) and CSU (California State University) systems? Like what's the basic difference in terms of education, campus culture, st …

Hey y'all, quick question. I've got an assignment that was graded as 11 out of 12. What does that translate to as a percentage? And how might that impact my GPA? Just trying to figure this out. Thanks …

Can someone tell me where Iowa State University is located? I want to look into this school, and location is a major factor for me. Are there any cool places nearby to visit, or any standout features …

Hey y'all, I've been trying to figure out where exactly the University of Washington is located. A bit confused between Washington State and Washington D.C., could someone clarify this for me? Thx!

Hey everyone, I'm looking into East Carolina University but I'm not from the States so I'm not entirely sure where it is. I'm hoping to study somewhere with a nice environment. Anyone know where ECU i …

Hey guys, I've been accepted to both UT Austin and Vanderbilt, which I'm super grateful for, but now I'm struggling to choose which one would be better. Any insight into the comparative academic rigor …

Hello fellow students, I was recently doing a deep-dive on the University of South Florida's main campus and couldn't help but feel overwhelmed. Are there any students here attending USF who can share …

Hey there! So I'm looking at New York University as one of my options. I know it's a competitive school, does anyone know what their required or average GPA is? Is it different for in-state versus out …

Yo! I'm aiming for the University of Michigan. I see a lot about test scores but not that much about GPA. What's the minimum GPA they're looking at for applicants? And are there specific course requir …

Hey guys, I know this might sound strange but I'm curious to know, what's the lowest score you can get on the ACT? I'm pretty stressed about this test and I think knowing the full range might help me …

Hey everyone, I'm just a junior trying to sort out my college options, and I'm honestly a bit confused about the difference between University of California (UC) schools and California State Universit …

Hello peeps! I have been seriously considering Santa Clara University but I'm unfamiliar with the area. Would anyone be able to share information about the location? Like, the vibe, safety, nearby ame …

Hey guys, I'm pretty invested in the idea of going to TCU, but I'm curious about the student body size. Approximately how many students attend? Is it considered a large university? And what's the gene …

I've been considering the Naval Academy and I'm really interested, but I'm not quite sure what the requirements are for an application. Does anyone know specifically what academic and physical standar …

Hey everyone! So, I'm currently a junior exploring various universities, and Mississippi State is one of them. I know it's in Mississippi, but can anyone tell me more about its exact location? What's …

Hey, so I know Harvard is super competitive and all, but I'm thinking of shooting my shot. Does anyone know what they're typically looking for in terms of entrance requirements? I don't mean just GPA …

Hi, everyone! I'm really interested in going to a private college in New York. Do you have any recommendations? What should I take into consideration when deciding? Sorry if I sound a bit clueless, ju …

Hey folks, I've been pondering the military as a possible path after graduation. However, I know there are some strict requirements and I'm not sure I tick all the boxes. Could someone shed some light …

Hello folks. I recently came across a list stating the 'top 10 reasons' for joining the military in the US, and it got me thinking. How accurate are these? What would you say are the most compelling r …