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What's the ACT requirement for UCLA?

I am finally honing down my college list, and UCLA is one of my top choices. How much do I need to score on the ACT to consider my application competitive for UCLA? Is there a strict cutoff?

2 years ago

Best online resources for ACT preparation?

So ACT is coming up for me and I need some solid online prep resources. I'm currently using a review book but I feel like I need more interactive learning. Any suggestions on online courses or resourc …

2 years ago

What Makes an ACT Writing Score 'Good'?

Hi everyone, I'm just wondering what exactly constitutes a 'good' writing score on the ACT. Could someone break it down for me? I'm trying to set a target score for myself when practicing. Thanks!

2 years ago

Can we talk ACT Geometry?

Hey folks, Geometry has always been a struggle for me and even more so when it appears on the ACT. Anyone out there who can recommend good resources or study tips to tackle the ACT Geometry section? T …

2 years ago

Where can I find ACT practice tests online for free?

I've been preparing for the ACT and I really need to do some full-length practice tests under realistic conditions. Preferably free. Is there any website where I can find some of these? Thanks!

2 years ago

ACT prep on Khan Academy?

Hey there, I heard a lot about Khan Academy for SAT prep but I'm trying to find resources for ACT prep. Is there any material available for ACT on Khan Academy? Any help appreciated. Thanks!

2 years ago

UPenn Acceptance Stories?

Hey everyone, I'm planning on applying to UPenn. Can anyone who got accepted share their stories and what they believe made a difference in their applications? Thanks a lot!

2 years ago

Acting quick on ACT deadlines!

Hey y’all, I’m planning to take the ACT this April. Does anyone know when the deadline to register is? I seriously do not want to miss it. Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Tips for Getting Accepted to UC Berkeley?

Hey there, folks! I've been seriously considering UC Berkeley for my college apps. Anyone here accepted to UC Berkeley with some advice to share? Tips on how to be a standout applicant would be magic!

2 years ago

How'd You Celebrate When Accepted to Cornell?

To all you college-bound individuals who got into Cornell, how'd you react? What was your immediate celebratory action? I'm hoping to apply soon and just love hearing these stories!

2 years ago

Understanding University of Hawaii Acceptance Rate?

Aloha, folks! I'm really interested in applying to University of Hawaii. Does anybody know about their acceptance rate? Also, if anyone could shed light on the competitiveness of this university, that …

2 years ago

GPA requirements for North Carolina A&T University?

Hi there! I'm planning on applying to North Carolina A&T University as an upcoming senior, but I'm not sure what their GPA requirements are. Does anyone know where I could find accurate info?

2 years ago

Where can I find hard math problems to practice?

I'm trying to challenge myself beyond my current high school math coursework. Do any of you know of any resources online where I can find really challenging high-level math problems to solve?

2 years ago

What SAT score is considered above average?

What's up, guys? I'm doing some SAT prep and trying to set a target for myself. I know I want to be above average - but what does that mean score-wise on the SAT?

2 years ago

What's the average ACT score these days?

Hey everyone! I'm planning on taking the ACT next fall. Anyone knows what's the current average ACT score? I want to aim above average. Cheers!

2 years ago

Understanding a 4.5 GPA Scale

Hello there. My school uses a 4.5 GPA scale and I'm not exactly sure how it works. How does grading on a 4.5 scale differ from the standard 4.0 scale? Does having a higher-than-4.0 GPA on this scale g …

2 years ago

What Does a 4.0 GPA in High School Really Mean?

Hey everyone, I've been pretty stressed about grades and all lately and it's got me thinking... So, I know a 4.0 GPA is supposed to be 'perfect' or whatever, but what does it really mean in terms of c …

2 years ago

How does a 34 on the ACT impact my chances?

So, I got a 34 on the ACT recently. I'm pretty happy with it, but then again, I know the competition is intense. For those of you who've already been through the process, does this score stand up well …

2 years ago

Scholarships for High School Students with a 4.0 GPA?

Yo! So I've been maintaining a 4.0 GPA throughout high school (thank god) and I'm starting to look into scholarships for college. Are there specific scholarships targeted at me since I have a 4.0 GPA? …

2 years ago

How does a 3.93 GPA look for colleges?

Curiosity piqued—just crunched the numbers for my GPA and it turned out to be 3.93. I know it's not a perfect 4.0, but it's pretty close. How does this look from the perspective of college admissions? …

2 years ago
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