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ACT scores for William and Mary?

Hey guys, just a junior here trying to figure stuff out. I'm looking at applying to William and Mary and I was wondering if anyone knows what their typical ACT score range is? Any advice would be appr …

a year ago

Who exactly takes the SAT?

I have been wondering if the SAT is only for students applying to colleges in America or whether students from all around the globe intending to study in the U.S. also take it? Some insights would be …

a year ago

Location of Harvard (Just Curious)

Hi all, this might sound like a silly question but I'm kind of clueless as to where exactly Harvard is located. I know it's somewhere in the USA, but could anyone provide a more specific location? Tha …

a year ago

Accessing PSAT scores, help needed!

Hey everyone, I'm going to take the PSAT soon and I'm curious about where and how to check the scores once they are released. If anyone could guide me, much appreciated!

a year ago

Submission Deadlines for Letters of Recommendation

Hi, fellow stressed juniors! I heard letters of recommendation are pretty important, right? So, when are these typically due? Is there a standard deadline or does it vary from college to college?

a year ago

College Essay Deadlines

Hi guys! Junior here and starting to work on my college essays. Do we have a general consensus on when these essays are typically due? Has it changed because of the pandemic? Thanks in advance!

a year ago

Getting Into Colleges - Easiest Options?

Hey there! I know college admissions can be super competitive. Just for my peace of mind, does anyone know which colleges are generally considered to be the easiest ones to get into?

a year ago

Average SAT Scores

Hey all! I've just started SAT prep and am kinda stressed about what score to aim for. Does anyone know what the average SAT score usually is, and how it's calculated? Any information would be super h …

a year ago

Toughest Degree to Pursue in the U.S.

Hello everyone! I've been thinking about my career path and I'm genuinely curious - what's the hardest degree to get in America? I don't mind a challenge but it's more about understanding and preparin …

a year ago

Question about GPA scale

Yo guys, been seeing a 5-point GPA scale mentioned in some places, that's different than my school's 4.0 one. Can anyone explain what this is and how it works? Would universities convert my GPA if I'm …

a year ago

GPA 3.2: Good, bad, average?

Hey fellow juniors, I just calculated my cumulative GPA and it's 3.2. What's your opinion on this? Where do I stand?

a year ago

Clarification on GPA scale

Hey everyone, I'm slightly mixed up about the grading scales. What's the GPA scale like in the US? Is it different from the one they use internationally?

a year ago

What should I expect from the AP World History class?

Hey everyone, I'm considering taking AP World History next year but I'm not quite sure what to expect. Could anyone who has taken the class before share their experiences? Will it be super time-consum …

a year ago

Topic Ideas for Persuasive Speech

Hi everyone! I’ve got a big persuasive speech coming up and I'm running out of unique ideas. Can you suggest some engaging or provocative topics that can make for a great speech? Really need this to g …

a year ago

Which AP Exam is the Most Challenging?

Hey community! I'm planning my senior year schedule and thinking about taking on some more AP classes. But, I'm curious and a little worried - which AP exam is generally considered the most difficult? …

a year ago

How to Gauge Your Class Rank?

Alright people, so how should one interpret their high school class rank? What's considered a 'good' class rank? And is this something colleges regard highly in the admissions process? Thanks for your …

a year ago

Diving into ACT Scores, Specifically Those with Writing

Hey y'all! To anyone who's taken the ACT with the writing section, or know about it, could you clarify what would be considered a 'good' ACT score with writing? Is the writing score as critical as the …

a year ago

Decoding the ACT Composite Score

Hey everyone, 'm confused about the whole concept of an ACT composite score. How is it calculated? And does it hold more importance than the individual section scores? Appreciate any guidance on this, …

a year ago

Vaugn College: Yay or Nay?

Hey peeps, anyone got the scoop on Vaughn College? I came across it during my college search and it piqued my curiosity. I'd like to know more about the courses they offer, their reputation, and any i …

a year ago

How tough is getting into Vanderbilt?

Hey, I've been eating, sleeping, and breathing with Vanderbilt on my mind for the past few months. I'm aiming for this university and I would like to know if anyone can share what the admission statis …

a year ago
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