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High school History Requirements?

Hey guys, I'm a junior trying to plan out my senior year course schedule. I've already taken some history classes, but I'm a bit unsure about how many years of history is generally required for colleg …

2 years ago

What's an average ACT score these days?

Just took the ACT for the first time and I'm going to retake it. Can't figure out what a good goal score would be. What's the average ACT score students are getting these days? Any tips on improving m …

2 years ago

What is Idaho State University's acceptance rate?

Hey folks, just wondering, what's the acceptance rate at Idaho State University? Isn't it quite high? Trying to assess my chances realistically. Feel free to share other stats that might be relevant.

2 years ago

Application Requirements for Howard University?

Really interested in applying to Howard Uni but I'm finding their website a bit clunky and hard to navigate. Does anyone have a General list of the application requirements I can refer to? I don't wan …

2 years ago

When should I begin SAT preparation?

Hey everyone. I've got what might sound like a noob's question, but here I am asking nonetheless. When's the best time for me to start studying for the SAT? I'm a junior and my folks keep telling me ' …

2 years ago

What's the Average GPA for acceptance at Howard University?

Trying to position myself best for applying to Howard University next year, anyone know what the average GPA for accepted students is? Any tips on getting my GPA up to that level would be welcomed too …

2 years ago

University of Berkeley—How tough is it to get in?

Hey everyone! Just a stressed junior here who's dreaming of getting into Berkeley. I know it's a top university and admission is highly competitive. So realistically speaking, how hard is it to get ac …

2 years ago

GPA Requirements for University of Minnesota

Hello folks, does anyone know what the typical GPA requirements are to get into the University of Minnesota?

2 years ago

Minimum GPA for admission into Fordham?

Hey everyone, I'm super interested in Fordham, but I'm a little unsure where my GPA stands in relation to their requirements. What's the typical GPA of admitted students or the GPA needed to really st …

2 years ago

UT Austin and the SAT: What's the deal?

Does anyone know if UT Austin requires the SAT? I'm trying to figure out what tests I need to take this junior year and it's stressing me out.

2 years ago

AP Calculus Exam: Free Response Tips?

Hi peeps! I'm currently gearing up for my AP Calculus exam, kinda nervous though. Especially for the free-response section. Anyone have tips on how to tackle those, besides practicing old exams?

2 years ago

AP Bio Exam Structure?

Hey guys! I'm taking the AP Biology exam soon and I'm a bit worried about its format. Can anyone give me a rundown of what to expect on the test -- like the types of questions, how much time Per secti …

2 years ago

Ivy Day Timing?

Hey y'all! I'm getting my applications ready for next year and I've been hearing a lot about 'Ivy Day'. I know it's the day ivy league schools release their decisions, but when exactly does it take pl …

2 years ago

Explaining GPA: What Does It Mean In School?

Hey everyone, I'm a little confused, to be honest. What does GPA actually measure? I mean I know it stands for Grade Point Average, but does it just reflect how well I'm doing in my classes or is ther …

2 years ago

AP Bio Past Exams, Where to Find?

Hi all, studying for the AP Bio final and I wanted to get all the practice I can. Where can I find past exams for AP Biology? Are there any resources that you guys found particularly helpful?

2 years ago

Does ACT score correlate with IQ?

Hey all, just a curious query. Is there any sort of correlation between a person's ACT score and their IQ? I've heard different opinions on this, so I was wondering what you all think. Thanks for any …

2 years ago

Conversion of ACT to SAT?

Hello lovely people! I recently scored a 30 on my ACT and I'm trying to compare it with SAT scores. Can anyone guide me on how to convert ACT scores to SAT equivalents?

2 years ago

Need some insight for University of Pennsylvania acceptance rate

Hello, peeps! I've been working hard in school, specifically eyeing University of Pennsylvania for the future. Could anyone share their knowledge about the acceptance rate for UPenn? Thanks in advance …

2 years ago

Requesting Academic Recommendation Letters - Best Practices?

Hey everyone, I'm entering my junior year and starting to ponder my college applications. I'm pretty sure I need recommendation letters, and I'd like them to come from some of my academic teachers. Do …

2 years ago

Community College Transfers

Is there anyone here who's done two years at a community college and then transferred to a four-year university? How was your experience? What we're the pros and cons? I'm considering this as an optio …

2 years ago
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