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Hey everyone, I've been trying to figure out how the GPA system works. My grades have been mostly Bs. I think a B is considered a 3.0 but I'm not entirely sure. Can anyone clarify this for me?
Hey everyone. NYU is pretty much my dream school, but I'm a bit unsure about the GPA they typically require for admission. Anyone know what GPA range I should aim for to stand a chance? Appreciate any …
Hey peeps, I'm currently in this advanced Physics class that's honestly giving me a headache, and I'm seriously considering dropping it. Would that look bad to colleges? Feeling a bit stressed about t …
Hey everyone, I'm planning on taking AP Calculus but I'm torn between AB and BC. High key curious about which one is generally considered to be harder? And also would colleges view one favorably over …
I'm seriously considering applying to IIT in Chicago for the sake of their strong engineering programs. However, I'm a bit concerned about the financial aspect. Can anyone share their experiences or k …
Hey guys, my school is offering something called 'IB classes', and I'm not too familiar with what they are. Can anyone give me a concise definition and maybe some pros and cons?
Anyone who's taken AP World History before, please send help! How did you study for it? I'm worried about the amount of material we have to cover. Any tips or resources you guys could share would be a …
Hey everyone! I have my sights set on Virginia Tech, but I'm somewhat unsure of how their admissions works. Does anyone have experience with VT that could offer advice on what they look for specifical …
This might sound a bit silly, but does anyone know how to get PSAT scores online? I’ve been trying to check my score but I'm kinda lost on the process. Any advice is welcome!
Thinkin' about SATs has me stressed. Particularly with comprehension, I struggle. How did you improve your comprehension skills? Do you have strategies or techniques to work on this area? It's really …
Okay so, I'm a junior and I've been considering UC San Diego quite a lot lately. It seems like a great place to be, but I'm just a bit uncertain about what they want in an applicant. Could anyone poss …
Hey! Trying to get my math score up on the SAT. How many questions am I looking at for math specifically? Just trying to assess how to split my time efficiently. Any help would be great!
Hey everyone! I'm starting to look at colleges and I'm wondering, how long does it usually take to get a bachelor's degree? I know it's typically four years, but are there ways to finish faster?
Hey, fellow test-takers. I'm a little stressed out about the timing for college applications. Does anyone know about how long it takes for ACT scores to be delivered to colleges after you send them?
Hey guys! I'm taking a couple of AP classes this year, and I'm not totally clear on how the exams are graded. I've heard there's a scale? Can anyone break it down for me?
Hiya! So, I want to major in English in college but I'm not sure which English classes would best prepare me in high school. Could use your suggestions here.
Hey all! The standardized test scenarios are driving me nuts. I heard some universities have gone test-optional because of COVID. Does Harvard require you to send SAT or ACT scores? Apologies if it's …
Hi guys, does anybody have any insight into what Georgia Tech is expecting GPA-wise for an incoming Freshman? And how they view weighted vs unweighted GPA? I'm really hoping to get in next year.
Looking to apply to the University of Arizona, but I'm not quite sure where I stand GPA wise. Does anyone know the average GPA in the admitted batch? Also, if I had some rough patches early in high sc …
I have UNC Chapel Hill on my college list and trying to see where I stand. Anyone got an idea of what the average GPA for an admitted student there looks like? Additionally, how much do they consider …