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UMiami admissions - what do they look for?

Hey guys, I'm seriously considering applying to the University of Miami. Just wondering if anyone has any idea what they look for in applicants apart from GPA? Like extracurriculars, community service …

2 years ago

Umaine Orono -- What's the acceptance rate?

Hello friends! Slightly stressed, kinda curious junior here -- does anyone know about the acceptance rate at UMaine Orono? Trying to figure out my realistic odds of getting in. Any help would be great …

2 years ago

What merits an AP Scholar with Honor award?

Been hearing about the AP Scholar awards and just found out there's something called an 'AP Scholar with Honor'. What does this mean and what do I need to do to get this award? Is it about the number …

2 years ago

Any insights on the ACT curve?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior who's been studying for the ACT. I heard that the scores are curved, but I'm not entirely sure how this works. Can anyone help clarify this for me? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Where Exactly Do We Take the SAT?

Hi everyone! Just a quick question - where do we take the SAT test? Like, is it at our school, or somewhere else? Can we choose the location? Thanks for any insights or info!

2 years ago

How are art colleges ranked?

Hey guys, I'm really into my art classes and I've been thinking about pursuing a degree in Fine Arts. I've been trying to research top art colleges, but there seems to be a lot of differing opinions. …

2 years ago

Cal Poly Score expectations?

Hey guys, I'm planning on applying to Cal Poly in the future and just curious about what kind of test scores (ACT, SAT, etc.) they're looking for. Anyone who's gone through the process and can provide …

2 years ago

Ideal SAT Scores for Northwestern University

Hey guys, Northwestern is one of my dream schools and I'm doing my best to prepare for the SAT. Does anyone know what's the typical SAT score range Northwestern looks for? Exactly how high should I ai …

2 years ago

Impact of a 15 ACT score on college admissions

Hey guys, so I scored a 15 on my ACT and I'm honestly feeling a little stressed about its implications. Realistically, how will this affect my chances of getting into a decent college? What should be …

2 years ago

Understanding CUNY Schools

Hey guys, I've recently been looking into the City University of New York system aka the CUNYs. Anyone here have any knowledge about the different CUNY schools? Pros and cons? What's the deal with the …

2 years ago

AP Lit Passing Rates

Hey, just a concerned junior here. Can anyone tell me what the AP Lit passing rate typically looks like? Knowing this might help me gauge my own preparedness for the test...

2 years ago

Math SAT scores - what's typical?

So, I've been grinding practice tests for the Math SAT and I'm scoring in the high 600s. How does this stack up against the average math SAT score?

2 years ago

What are GPA requirements for the University of Miami?

Hey everyone, I've been eyeing UMiami as a college option but slightly concerned about how my GPA stacks up. Can anyone share the GPA requirements or averages for this institution? Should I focus more …

2 years ago

Advantages of Large Private Universities

Hi guys, I'm a bit stuck between the idea of attending a large or a small university. For those who are at or have considered attending one of the biggest private universities in the U.S., what are th …

2 years ago

How to check out PSAT scores online?

Yoo guys, I took the PSAT a while ago and I want to check my scores. Is there a way to find your PSAT scores online? How do you guys do it? Thanks!

2 years ago

AP Lit Review Resources?

Hello fam. I'm on the hunt for some top-notch AP Lit review resources. Can anyone share their favorites? Thanks!

2 years ago

Any advice on where to find practice SAT Math tests?

Hey everyone, I'm really stressing about the math portion of the SAT. It's definitely my weakest section. Does anyone know of any resources where I can find practice math tests? Any and all advice app …

2 years ago

Where can I find practice PSAT test questions?

I'm prepping for the PSAT. Does anyone know where I could find some practice test questions or any reliable resources to practice from?

2 years ago

Thinking about Pomona-Pitzer. What are their acceptance rates like?

Hello everyone. I've been eyeing Pomona-Pitzer Colleges for a while now. How difficult are they to get into? Does anyone have information about their acceptance rates? Any advice for applying?

2 years ago

Considering Point Loma University, can anyone share the acceptance rate?

Hello, I'm a junior currently considering Point Loma University as one of my options for the coming admission process. Does anyone here know about their acceptance rate? And how competitive is it to g …

2 years ago
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