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William & Mary GPA requirements?

Hey guys, I'm finalizing my list of colleges to apply to and William & Mary is on that list. However, I'm a bit concerned about their GPA requirements. Anyone know what the general acceptance GPA rang …

2 years ago

Why APUSH is Difficult?

Hello everyone, currently in APUSH and I'm experiencing more difficulty than I expected. Wanted to understand why do most people find APUSH so hard? Is it the content, the workload, or something else? …

2 years ago

AP Chem Struggles!

Hey, everyone! I took up AP Chem this year and I'm not gonna lie, it's a wild ride. Is there a reason why AP Chem often gets the reputation for being one of the hardest AP classes? If you've had exper …

2 years ago

Importance of College

Hey guys, as I'm closer to graduating high school, a lot of thoughts have been swirling around my head. One question that keeps popping up is about the real importance of going to college. What benefi …

2 years ago

Why UCF - share your reasons please!

Anyone who chose UCF and is attending, what was your reason? What made UCF appealing to you? Curious to hear your thoughts as I'm considering applying!

2 years ago

Who should be approached for a letter of recommendation?

I need to start thinking about who to ask for my recommendation letters. Should I approach teachers whose classes I excelled in, or a coach from extracurricular activities? Any advice would be greatly …

2 years ago

To whom does affirmative action actually apply?

I've been hearing a lot lately about affirmative action and its role in college admissions. But I'm still not sure exactly who it applies to – does anyone have a clear answer?

2 years ago

When Are October ACT Scores Released?

I took the ACT in October and I'm biting my nails waiting for the scores. Can anybody tell me when they typically come out?

2 years ago

Can anyone tell me when the ACT was first instituted?

As part of a project I'm working on, I'm trying to compare the history of the SAT and ACT. While I found the information for the SAT, I'm having trouble determining when the ACT was first created. Any …

2 years ago

When is the optimal time to start prepping for the SAT?

Hey guys, I'm sort of stressing about when to start studying for the SAT. I want to make sure I have enough time to fully prepare but also focus on my other responsibilities—any ideas on when to start …

2 years ago

Early Decision Results Timing?

Real quick question y'all—when do Early Decision results typically come out? And does the timeline differ from school to school? Slightly freaking out tbh.

2 years ago

Early Action decision release dates?

I submitted a couple of early action applications and now I'm just waiting, and waiting, and waiting. Any idea when we usually start to hear back from EA? Cheers.

2 years ago

Help with SAT score results?

My nerves are honestly through the roof, SATs were a doozy. When can I expect to see my scores? Any help is appreciated!

2 years ago

AP exam starting time frame?

Does anyone know when AP exams usually start? I want to plan ahead and make sure I'm ready when the time comes.

2 years ago

AP Calc score release date?

Hiya! I just completed my AP Calc exam and I'm pretty nervous about the results. Does anyone know exactly when the scores for this exam specifically are released?

2 years ago

Difficulty Levels of Various Degrees

Hey everyone, so I've been scrolling around and a thought popped into my head that's been nagging—what's the hardest degree to get? Naturally, I understand that 'hard' is a pretty subjective term and …

2 years ago

What score qualifies for National Merit?

Hi everyone, I just got my PSAT score back and I did pretty well. I was wondering what score I would need on the PSAT to qualify for National Merit recognition? Also, does it vary by state?

2 years ago

Which colleges still require SAT scores?

Hey y'all! So, I've been prepping for the SAT for some time now, but I've heard that many schools have become test optional. Are there any colleges that still require you to submit your SAT scores? Th …

2 years ago

Breaking Down High School Years

I'm kinda new to this whole high school thing, so could anyone explain what order does high school go in? Like what's the progression from freshman to senior year?

2 years ago

Math Section of the SAT

Just starting to prepare for the SAT and kinda feeling overwhelmed. What kind of math does the SAT cover? I want to know what I should focus on while studying. Thanks for the help!

2 years ago
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