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Admission Panic: Is Cornell a Longshot?

So, I'm a junior now and I'm seriously stressing out about college admissions. Cornell's my dream school but I've heard it's pretty hard to get in. Is it really so? And if so, what could possibly make …

a year ago

What's BU Summer Challenge Anyway?

So, I've been hearing about this BU Summer Challenge, and I'm intrigued. If anyone has any experience with it or knows what it's about, could you fill me in?

a year ago

What's the acceptance rate for Gardner Webb?

Hey y'all. I'm a junior and recently visited Gardner Webb. I kinda liked the vibe. It felt kind, and they have a program in a field I'm interested in. Does anyone know what the acceptance rate is? How …

a year ago

What classes should a high school senior be taking?

Hey there, I've heard that colleges look at your senior year classes. So, what kind of courses should a high school senior consider taking? What's a strong lineup?

a year ago

How Many AP Courses are Offered?

Hey y'all, I'm a junior trying to plan out my senior year schedule and I'm wondering how many AP courses are there exactly? It would be super helpful to have a number in mind as I'm mapping out which …

a year ago

Average ACT score in Arkansas?

Anyone able to lend info on what the average ACT score in Arkansas is? This might help me in setting my goal score for the ACT. I'm stressing out a bit about it, but I'm also super dedicated to do wel …

a year ago

How much does it cost to attend Quinnipiac University?

Hey, peeps! Have been checking out Quinnipiac University recently. I mean, it seems like a great institution, but I can't find a straightforward answer to how much it could cost for an undergraduate. …

a year ago

Understanding SAT Structure

Hey all! I'm starting to plan my SAT study schedule but I'm kind of in the dark here. Can anyone break down how many questions are on the SATs? Are they evenly split between sections?

a year ago

Harvard's GPA requirement?

Hey guys, so I've been working really hard this semester and kinda stressing out. Does anyone know how much GPA Harvard typically looks for? Is it always perfect, or do they give some leeway?

a year ago

Can a 1450 SAT score get me into a good college?

Hey everyone, I recently got a 1450 on my SAT and I'm pretty excited, but I also know college admissions can be brutal. Do you guys think this is a competitive score? I'm particularly interested in th …

a year ago

Financial Aid Process at Bloomsburg University

How does Bloomsburg University handle financial aid? I'm kind of lost navigating the whole financial aid process and how different colleges handle it. Can anyone give me a rundown of what to expect wi …

a year ago

Insights on Dartmouth Undergraduate Admissions?

I'm keen on applying to Dartmouth but a little bit unsure about what they're looking for in an applicant. Can anyone who has gone through the Dartmouth undergraduate admissions process shed some light …

a year ago

ACT Approved Calculators - What's the deal?

Hey guys, I'm slightly frazzled cause I'm about to take the ACT soon and I'm not entirely certain about the calculator policy. Can anyone enlighten me on which calculators are allowed for the ACT? I'v …

a year ago

Average SAT Score at Harvard?

Hey guys, I’m a junior and Harvard is my dream school. I'm nervous about taking the SAT and was wondering what the average SAT score at Harvard is. I'm current studying using Khan Academy but just wan …

a year ago

Average GPA for Students at Florida State University?

I'm so nervous about my application to FSU... Could anyone tell me what's the average GPA of students who get accepted there? This information could really help me in making decisions about my college …

a year ago

What GPA do I need to get into UC Santa Cruz?

Hey guys, I'm starting to really consider UCSC as my top choice for college, but I'm unsure if my GPA is competitive enough. Anybody on here happen to know the average GPA of students who are admitted …

a year ago

Understanding Divisions of Colleges

I've been seeing a lot about 'divisions' of colleges, like Division 1, Division 2, Division 3, etc. What exactly does that mean? How does it impact college life, especially as a potential student-athl …

a year ago

What's the average ACT score on a national level?

Hey guys, just out of curiosity, what's the average ACT score on a national scope? Knowing this could help me gauge where I stand in relation to the larger pool of test-takers!

a year ago

Harvard Acceptance GPA

Hey everyone. I'm a junior and it's always been a dream of mine to get into Harvard. Can someone tell me the kind of GPA, weighted or unweighted, they usually look out for in the admission process? Th …

a year ago

The Extended Essay for IB -- How Does It Work?

Hey everyone, I'm in the IB program and I'm kinda confused about the Extended Essay. Can someone explain what needs to be in it or maybe share their own EE experiences? Any extra help would be much ap …

a year ago
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