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Hello everyone, recently I've been contemplating doing some independent study. I'm curious as to how colleges perceive it, though. Like, would it be beneficial in the applications process or would sta …
So, I'm trying to figure out the UC system and it's pretty overwhelming with how many campuses there are. Can someone give me a breakdown of the different UC campuses? Like the best for certain majors …
Hey! I've been studying my head off for the ACT and it's driving me a bit crazy. My dream school is MIT, y'know? Does anybody know what the average ACT score for accepted students is? It’d really help …
Hey to all you knowledgeable people! I've recently been looking into Youngstown State University and was curious about their admission process. What factors do they consider for admissions? How import …
Hey y'all, I got my PSAT scores back, and I'm not too sure how to feel about them. From what I've gathered, it's used to determine National Merit Scholarship eligibility, but beyond that, does my over …
SAT...ugh...I just got my scores back and I'm not feeling too great about it. Can anyone tell me what's generally considered a 'bad' SAT score? I just want to understand where I stand.
Hello amazing people, I'm a junior and I'm starting to look at UT Austin. Does anyone know what their application requirements are? I'd be really thankful if someone could give me some insight.
What's the best way to approach getting a solid recommendation letter? Should I give my teacher a list of accomplishments or trust them to know my strengths?
Hey guys, so NCSU (North Carolina State University) is high on my list but I’ve got a few unique questions I couldn’t find answers to on their website. I figure I might have to talk to their Admission …
Hello! I recently took a practice SAT test and scored in the 1400s. I'm not quite sure how this translates in terms of percentiles or how colleges will view my score. Could someone explain the SAT sco …
What's up guys? I'm thinking about signing up for AP World History but have heard mixed reviews about how hard it is. Any insights? Do you think it's manageable with some effort or is it super tough?
Heyo, quick question about AP exams. Could anyone explain the scoring system for me? I know they're scored on a 1-5 scale, but I'm really not sure how that relates to the MCQ and free response section …
Hey everyone. I've been thinking a lot about majors and career paths and pre-med came up pretty frequently. As a junior, I'm quite new to this thing. Can anyone give a proper rundown of what pre-med e …
Hey, I'm planning a little celebration with friends for after my SAT (hopefully to celebrate a job well done!). Anyway, roughly what time does the SAT usually end, taking into account potential delays …
So, I'm scheduled to take the SAT next month and I'm trying to make a plan for the test day. Can anyone tell me what time the test actually starts and how early I should arrive at the testing center?
Okay so, I'm really not a morning person and I've heard the ACT is very early. Can someone tell me what time does the ACT test actually start? And how long does it usually last?
Hello everyone. This is kinda stressful, but I've always dreamed of becoming a doctor. I understand that it's a long road ahead - I've heard about needing a pre-med track, the MCAT, and medical school …
Hi friends, hope y'all are doing well. I just need some advice on something - what subjects should I consider studying in my remaining high school years that could be beneficial in college application …
Hey everyone! I've been trying to set a target SAT score for myself but I'm kinda lost on one thing - what's the absolute highest score you can get on the SAT? Do sections contribute differently towar …
Hey everyone! So, I've been wrapping my head around this ACT score submission process and I'm kinda lost. What's the most efficient way to submit ACT scores to my chosen colleges? Any specific steps t …