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Hey folks, I'm seeking some info here. So, I'm pretty into math and sciences and I heard engineering might be a good fit. But what kinds of engineering are out there? What skills or interests are part …

This might sound a bit silly but what does 'valedictorian' mean exactly? I've heard it thrown around a lot but never really got a clear explanation. Does it hold any significance when applying to coll …

I'm new to the whole SAT thing and I'm a bit lost on how the scoring works. Can someone provide a clear explanation on the score range for this test? A breakdown of the sections would be great too. Th …

I've decided Yale is my dream school but I'm a bit scared of the admission odds. Can someone help me out—what's the acceptance rate like?

I'm considering applying to Duke, but I want to know more about the competition. Does anyone have info on Duke's acceptance rate?

I keep hearing Stanford named alongside some of the world's top universities, but what exactly makes it so special? Are the academics really so much better, or are there other factors that make it suc …

I'm sure it's a silly question, but what's the SAT really for? I mean, I know it's a college entrance exam, but what exactly are colleges trying to measure when they look at SAT scores?

Hey folks, I've been trying to understand how GPA conversion works. My average score is typically around 87 and I'm not sure how that translates into a GPA. Does anyone have insights on how this proce …

Recently heard about 'alternative high schools' and I've been wondering what they're like. What distinguishes an alternative high school from a traditional one? Is attending one beneficial when applyi …

Hi everyone! I've been seeing this term 'super score' around college websites and I'm not quite certain what it means. Could someone explain it to me? How does it affect my application if a college su …

Hey there, I'm seeing a lot of colleges with 'rolling admissions' deadlines. Can someone help me understand what rolling admission means exactly? When should I ideally apply if a college has a rolling …

Hi folks, I just got my PSAT scores and I'm not sure how to interpret them. Is there a certain score which is considered 'passing', like with the main SAT? And how much do colleges care about PSAT sco …

Hey guys, I'm starting to work on my college application essays and I'm a bit confused about the format. I know it's not the same as school assignments, so what's different? Is the setup more flexible …

Hey everyone, I've been wondering... What's usually considered a 'decent' GPA in the eyes of most colleges? Is there a specific range or threshold I should aim for? Thanks for your help.

Hey guys! I was exploring different college options and I kept coming across D2 (Division 2) schools. Can someone explain what these are and if they could be a good fit for me? How do they differ from …

Hey everyone, I just calculated my GPA and it turns out it's a 4.1 weighted. Does this hold up well in competitive college admissions? Is there an 'ideal' GPA colleges look for? I'm really confused ab …

I'm considering Alabama for my college choice and I was wondering, does anyone know what GPA is generally needed to get acceptance into Alabama University?

Hey guys, I've been looking at A&M for my college and I was curious if anyone could tell me what GPA they typically look for in their admissions?

I'm setting my sights high and aiming for Harvard, but I don't know what GPA I should be targeting. What GPA do you typically need for acceptance into Harvard University?

Hey everyone! I'm studying for my SATs and sometimes I just wonder, what exactly is this test measuring? Is it just academic knowledge? Or is it also about problem-solving? I'd really appreciate some …