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Hey everyone, I've been looking into different types of colleges and I'm coming across these 'private for-profit' colleges. Any thoughts on these? Any pros and cons that you guys can share? Like, how' …

Yo, I've come across this term 'priority deadline' while going through some college admission sites. Feels kind of pressurizing... like, what does it really mean? How does it differ from regular deadl …

Hey fellas, I'm new to this SAT thingy. Realized there's resources online for practice but I'm kinda old-school, y'know? Like, I love having a physical paper in front of me. So my question is, are the …

Hey guys, my top choice is Princeton and I'm thinking of applying through their restrictive early action. Can anyone explain what this is and how it works? Any restrictions I should know about? Thanks …

Hi guys! I’m considering applying to Princeton and wondered what their average class sizes look like. I've heard smaller classes are better for student-teacher interaction, so it's quite important to …

I'm a bit tight on funds and I'm trying to budget for all my college application costs. Does anyone know how much the SAT costs? Are there any additional fees like late registration or waitlist fees? …

Hi all, I’ve heard mixed opinions on using old SAT tests for practice. Is this an effective strategy? Are there any downsides to it? Appreciate the advice!

Folks, I'm prepping for the ACT and keep seeing suggestions about using previous ACT tests for practice. Are these tests really that helpful? And if so, where can I find reliable versions of them? Tha …

Hey guys, I stumbled upon the term 'prepscholar' in relation to UCLA and I'm a bit puzzled. Could anyone explain what this term means? Is it a particular requirement, program, or representation of hig …

I'm taking the ACT in the near future and starting to study. I'm not entirely sure where to start, so any tips or advice would be really helpful. I'm particularly seeking any resources or strategies t …

AP Lit is killing me, and the multiple-choice part is the worst. Has anyone found success with a particular method or resource for practicing this? I want to do well on the exam and could use all the …

I've been trying to prep for my ACT and I'm trying to find some good resources to practice online. I'm more comfortable studying digitally, so any suggestions for websites or apps that could help woul …

Hey guys, I'm brainstorming for my college essays and looking for some popular arguments that I can delve into. Any suggestions for websites or resources where I could find some topical, thought-provo …

Hey guys, I've decided to give the AP Music Test a shot next year. For anyone who's taken it, could you share your experience? Was it challenging? What were some key topics to focus on to do well? App …

Hello everyone, I'm a high school junior exploring some college options. I recently came across Philander Smith College but I can't find any detailed info on their acceptance rate. Can anyone with kno …

Hey there, I'm starting my college application process and I've heard the term 'personal statement' thrown around a lot but I'm not exactly sure what it really is. Can somebody kindly shed some light …

Hey everyone, I've been dreaming of majoring in performing arts and I'm on the hunt for universities that have strong programs. Can you all recommend any that I should look into? Thanks a ton!

Hello everyone! I wanted to know what the GPA requirement for Pepperdine University is. I'm planning to apply, and I'm a little nervous about my grades. It would help to have some sort of ballpark. Th …

Hi all! Does anyone know what the average GPA of students admitted to Pepperdine University is? I want to understand where I stand compared to their average admits. Thanks for the help!

Hey guys, I was wondering if any of you knew what the average ACT score is for students attending Pennsylvania State University? I'm thinking about applying there but I'm not sure if my ACT score is w …