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Qualifying for full ride scholarships for college?

Hey there, everybody! I'm trying to figure out the whole scholarship thing - particularly full ride scholarships. How difficult are they to get? What do colleges look for when they are handing out ful …

2 years ago

WashU GPA Expectations?

Hey everyone, so I'm seriously thinking about applying to Washington University in St. Louis (WashU). Does anyone know what sort of GPA they usually look for in applicants? Do they prefer weighted or …

2 years ago

Looking Into Public Universities

Hello, I was wondering if someone could help me with ranking information concerning the top public universities globally? What makes these universities stand out and what programs should I be looking …

2 years ago

Curious about Texas A&M University Acceptance Rates

Hey pals! I've been considering Texas A&M for quite a while but I don't really know the stats I should be aiming for. What's their acceptance rate like? Do they favor in-state applicants more than out …

2 years ago

ACT Grammar Section Tips

Does anyone have tips on how best to prepare for the Grammar section of the ACT? I'm decent at English but grammar can be tricky sometimes. Appreciate any advice!

2 years ago

Typical GPA for Brown University

Hey guys, I'm really interested in applying to Brown University. How strong does my GPA need to be? Do we know any figures about a typical GPA for this Ivy? Thanks!

2 years ago

ACT Essay Rubric

Hi everyone, I'm preparing for the ACT and feeling a little shaky on the essay part. Does anyone have info on the essay rubric or any advice on how to ace it?

2 years ago

Curious about ACT Test Scores Release

Hello, I am new to this whole testing process and I just took ACT. Does anyone have any information regarding how long it takes for the test scores to be released? What's the usual process like? I'm t …

2 years ago

ACT score range for University of Chicago

Hi, all! I've got my junior year ACT scores back and I'm not too sure how to feel. I've always dreamed of going to the University of Chicago, does anyone know what ACT scores they typically look for? …

2 years ago

What SAT scores should I aim for Cal Poly?

Hi everyone, it's a junior here and I'm interested in applying to Cal Poly. I'm set to take my SAT pretty soon, but I'm not quite sure about the score range that would boost my chances for acceptance. …

2 years ago

Does anyone know about UTampa's out of state tuition?

Hi, I'm from the Midwest and I've been looking into Florida schools. UTampa seems like a cool place, but I'm worried about the cost. Does anyone know if their out-of-state tuition is dramatically high …

2 years ago

Financial Aid Anderson University

Hey, so I've been researching potential colleges and Anderson University seems like a pretty cool option. But ya know, tuition ain't cheap, so does anyone have some insights on what their financial ai …

2 years ago

Looking for Low-Cost Colleges

Hi everyone, I've begun my college search and I'm a bit stressed about expenses. Can someone suggest any low-cost colleges within the United States that are known for their academics? Also, any tips o …

2 years ago

Chapman University Acceptance Rate and Average GPA?

Hey there! I've been doing some exploring and found myself quite interested in Chapman University. I wanted to know what the average GPA and acceptance rate of admitted students are. If anybody has an …

2 years ago

Advice Needed: How Can I Get into Harvard?

So, I've always dreamed of going to Harvard and I want to give it my best shot. But it's one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Any tips on how can I possibly get into Harvard? What ar …

2 years ago

High school math topics: What to focus on?

Hi, I've been hearing about the importance of math skills for any college major and I want to make sure that I'm focusing on the right topics in my high school math classes. What topics are most cruci …

2 years ago

Decoding WVU’s Financial Aid

Hi, guys! I'm really feeling WVU, but the finances are stressing me out. Anyone with insights about their financial aid system? Are they generous with grants and scholarships? Your help will mean a lo …

2 years ago

When are EA decision dates typically?

Hi there, I'm getting my ducks in a row for the college application process and was wondering if anyone knows when Early Action decision dates typically are. I know it probably varies between schools, …

2 years ago

Info on Johns Hopkins SAT Requirements?

Hello everyone! I'm planning on applying to Johns Hopkins University, but I'm a little bit in the dark about their SAT requirements. Could anyone shed some light on this? What's the range or average s …

2 years ago

Surviving really hard Algebra problems?

Anybody got any advice on how to tackle those really difficult Algebra problems that seem to come out of nowhere in the math section? They're currently the bane of my existence. Thanks in advance.

2 years ago
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