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What's up everyone? I'm targeting Stanford but a little worried about my ACT score. Does anyone know the average ACT score for accepted students? Is it as crazy as I imagine it to be?
Hi! I'm planning to apply to Holy Cross, but I'm not sure where I stand academically. What is the average GPA there? Will a 3.4 hold me back?
The stage is practically my second home, and I'd love to pursue my passion for theatre in college. I'm in the process of forming my college list, and I'm curious to know which colleges are known for t …
So, I've looked at the admission averages and my GPA is 3.44. I'm not sure if this is high enough for my dream schools. Can I still get into a selective college with this? Also, how does this GPA stac …
Hey guys, I'm confused about this weighted GPA thing. So is a weighted GPA calculated on a 5.0 scale? How does it work for AP, honors, and college-prep classes? Trying to figure out where I stand for …
Hello everyone! I'm starting my ACT prep and it's a bit overwhelming. Can someone tell me how many questions are typically on the ACT test? Thanks in advance!
Hey, I'm interested in law and planning on pursuing it in college. I'd love to get some hands-on experience before then. Anyone know of law internships that are open to high school students? Preferabl …
Hey folks, I'm working on my college applications and realize I need my high school transcripts. Any idea how I can get them? Does it vary by school or are there usually standard procedures to follow?
Hey guys, I am in the process of deciding on my SAT dates and I have heard that the October SAT might fit in better with my schedule. Does anyone know when it is exactly?
I’m a junior and definitely see myself in the medical field in the future. What's the journey like? Are there any exams I need to take during or after my undergrad to become a doctor?
Hey everyone, I'm a current junior struggling with deciding what I want to major in. There are so many options, and my school counselors give me broad categories. Could anyone tell me about the less c …
Hi everyone, I'm thinking about applying to Juilliard University for their music program. Does anyone know the general acceptance rate there? I know it's quite competitive, but I would just like to un …
Hey everyone, has any of y'all had any experience with the Boston University Summer Challenge program? I'm a junior considering applying to it for this summer. Is it worth it? What was your experience …
Hello! I've been researching Emory and their admission requirements, but I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. Does anyone know if Emory values GPA, test scores, or extracurriculars more? Any advice would be …
I've got a DBQ coming up in APUSH and I could really use some pointers. Are there any tips for structuring these essays or maybe some good examples to follow? Thanks!
So I heard that they're offering the SAT in a digital format now and I found that pretty interesting. Does anyone know if this version of the test is easier or maybe even harder? Or is it more of a co …
Just trying to understand how class rank calculations work at different schools. Is there a standard method, or does every high school have their own unique formula? If my school does weight and unwei …
Hey there! I've taken a couple of AP classes and was curious about the grading system. Does the number of students who score a 5 affect the score I might get? And does anyone know how the College Boar …
Hey guys, I was wondering - what SAT scores are generally considered competitive for Coastal Carolina University? Would like to know where I stand and how to prepare better.
Hello, folks! Could anyone please tell me what the GPA requirements for Boston University are? Do they weigh unweighted or weighted GPA more heavily, or do they look at both equally?