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SAT Scores and Duke. What's the deal?

Hey friends, feelin' a bit overwhelmed here. I'm really intrigued by Duke University — beautiful campus, fantastic programs, Go Blue Devils! But I'm unsure about my SAT scores. What SAT scores does Du …

2 years ago

Drexel GPA Requirements - what's up?

Greetings, everyone! I've been considering Drexel University as one of my college options but I'm somewhat worried about my GPA. Can anyone shed light on what the Drexel's GPA requirements are like? T …

2 years ago

Tracking Demonstrated Interest at USC?

So, in all this college research I've been doing, something called 'demonstrated interest' keeps popping up. Been wondering, does USC track demonstrated interest? Like, is attending their webinars, vi …

2 years ago

What does 'Division 1' exactly mean?

Hey folks! Can someone explain what 'Division 1' means in College context? I've been seeing it crop up a lot and I vaguely associate it with sports, but I'm not certain.

2 years ago

What sets Division I Universities Apart?

Help! I'm trying to understand the difference between divisions in universities. What exactly sets Division I Universities apart? Are there benefits to attending a Division I school?

2 years ago

Understanding Different Math Classes

Yo fellow juniors... I'm kind of stressing here. I'm trying to figure out what math to take next year. Anyone got a good breakdown of the different math classes often available in high school? Calc, p …

2 years ago

What Does 'Prospective Student' Mean Exactly?

Hey y'all, I've been seeing the term 'prospective student' a lot in my college research. Can someone give me a solid definition of what a 'productive student' is in the context of college admissions?

2 years ago

Ideas for Engaging Student Debate Topics?

Howdy! Any suggestions on intriguing debate topics for high school students? We're trying to keep things engaging and relevant to our school community. Would greatly appreciate any input!

2 years ago

Need Suggestions for Debate Subjects

Hey there, I'm part of my school's debate club and we're looking for fresh subjects to debate for our upcoming meets. Can anyone suggest some interesting, challenging debate subjects? Perhaps somethin …

2 years ago

What's the Typical Deadline for Early Decision Applications?

Hey guys, I'm starting to map out my college application timeline and I'm considering early decision for my top choice. Just wanted to ask, what's the typical deadline for early decision applications? …

2 years ago

Average GPA for Dartmouth?

Hey, I'm looking at Dartmouth as a dream school, but I'm not sure if my GPA matches their average. Could anyone tell me what GPA I should aim for to be a competitive applicant there?

2 years ago

Quality of CUNY schools in New York?

Hi everyone! I'm starting to look at colleges to apply to in New York, and the CUNY system keeps popping up. Are they reputable universities? And what should I know about them before applying?

2 years ago

CSUMB financial aid breakdown

Hey peeps, I was wondering if anyone could provide some information about financial aid packages at Csumb? How generous are they with their aid, especially for low-income students?

2 years ago

Emory GPA requirements

Hey y'all, I'm really interested in Emory but a bit confused about their GPA requirements. I know they're a competitive school, but does anyone know the average GPA of admitted students? Or, if they d …

2 years ago

Navigating the CSUF application - any tips?

Hey, I'm in the process of applying to CSUF and feeling a little overwhelmed. Any tips or guidance on how to navigate their application effectively, especially what they look for in their applicants?

2 years ago

Financial aid at CSUB?

Hey everyone. I've been thinking about applying to CSUB, but I'm concerned about funding. Can someone provide some info about how their financial aid system works? Do they provide ample opportunities …

2 years ago

What's the scoop on CSU Long Beach's transfer acceptance rate?

Hey everyone, I'm currently a community college student looking to transfer. I've been eyeing CSU Long Beach, but I'm a bit worried about the acceptance rate for transfer students. Can anyone provide …

2 years ago

What majors are popular in schools offering a Criminal Justice program?

Hey everyone! I'm thinking about majoring in Criminal Justice, but I haven't totally decided yet. I'm open to other related fields. I was wondering, what other majors do students typically pursue in s …

2 years ago

How do I convert my SAT score to ACT?

I've taken both the SAT and ACT, but some of the colleges on my list prefer the ACT. Problem is, I did better on my SAT. So, is there a way to convert my SAT score to an equivalent ACT score? Any advi …

2 years ago

What's your take on discussing controversial topics in personal essays?

Okay, so, I'm getting started on my college essays. I'm keen on writing about something I'm passionate about, which, in my case, is often controversial topics. Is it safe to venture into these areas, …

2 years ago
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