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Location of Harvard?

Hey y'all, I'm trying to plan some college tours for this summer and Harvard is definitely on my list. Could someone kindly tell me what town is Harvard in?

2 years ago

How demanding are the admission requirements for MIT?

Hey, I'm interested in applying to MIT for engineering. But honestly, what does it take to get into such an esteemed institution? Does anyone have insights on the specific qualities/strengths they're …

2 years ago

Supercharging my ACT: Who Superscores?

Hey there! I've taken the ACT multiple times and my scores vary a bit on different sections. I heard about superscoring, where some colleges take the highest score from each section across test dates. …

2 years ago

Cracking Harvard: What are the Requirements?

Hey there, I'm aiming high and am completely determined to apply to Harvard. I know it’s a long shot, but I want to give myself the best chance possible. Can anyone share what the requirements are or …

2 years ago

Extra Curricular Activities: What Should I Consider?

Hey everyone, I've been trying to strategize about what extracurricular activities I should get involved in before my senior year. I know it's important to show commitment and leadership, but I'm a bi …

2 years ago

What's the process like for uwyo admissions?

Hey guys! So, I've been looking into the University of Wyoming as a potential choice for college. Does anyone have any insights on their admissions process? Like, what does uwyo typically look for in …

2 years ago

What's University of Wisconsin La Crosse's acceptance rate?

Does anyone know the acceptance rate for University of Wisconsin La Crosse? I'm thinking of applying there since it's in-state and seems to have solid programs.

2 years ago

AP Stats: Just How Tough Is It?

Self-proclaimed math newbie here needing a bit of advice. I'm considering taking AP Stats next year as a senior. Does anyone have any tips or insights into how difficult this course is? Is it majorly …

2 years ago

ACT Scores for UCLA

Hi all! So, I took the ACTs and got a 28. I'm wondering if this is good enough for UCLA? I mean, I know it's not terribly low, but it's UCLA... Do they have a minimum or average ACT score that they pr …

2 years ago

How High Should my NMSC Score Be to Stand Out?

Hey y'all, I'm really trying to get a grasp on what's considered a 'good' National Merit Scholarship Competition (NMSC) score. I've been totally swamped with all these different terms, index scores, a …

2 years ago

When to take ACT?

Okay, here I go. I am a junior and ACT is coming up. At least I think so... but when should I really aim to take the ACT? What is the ideal time-frame? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Understanding Tufts University's GPA Requirements

Hey y'all, I'm seriously considering Tufts University. Based on what you guys know, does Tufts have a minimum GPA requirement? Is it really competitive?

2 years ago

Texas State ACT Requirements

Hey everyone, I'm looking for some info on Texas State's ACT requirements. Is there a certain score I'd need to meet? Are they test-flexible or test-optional?

2 years ago

To Guess or Not on the SAT?

Hey fellow students! I'm studying for the SAT and my prepwork buddies have polar opinions on guessing when you don't know the answer. So what's the scoop? Should you guess on the SAT? Are there any pe …

2 years ago

Major Dilemma: Should I major in Computer Science?

Hey community! I've always been interested in tech and CS seems like a solid path for me but I'm kinda conflicted. What do you guys think should influence my decision here? What are the pros and cons …

2 years ago

Sewanee Admissions: What's it Like?

Hey all! I've been seriously considering Sewanee for college recently. But I'm a bit stumped, does anyone have firsthand experience with their admissions process? Any insider tips or useful websites t …

2 years ago

Is the SAT in March Different from Other Months?

Just a quick question, folks. Is there any significant variation between SAT tests taken in different months, like March? Wanna make sure I'm prepped right for the timing. Any advice is appreciated.

2 years ago

How are SAT scores ranked by state?

Hello everyone, I just read somewhere about SAT scores being ranked by state. Can anyone explain how this works? Do colleges take this into consideration when making admissions decisions?

2 years ago

What SAT scores does ASU commonly accept?

Hello peeps, been thinking about applying to Arizona State University. I was curious if anyone knew what the ballpark SAT scores are for getting accepted there? Would appreciate any guidance!

2 years ago

Question About SAT Dates

Hello guys, I'm trying to plan out my testing schedule, but I'm having trouble finding official SAT test dates a couple years in advance. Any resources or advice on where to find this info... or even …

2 years ago
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