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I worked super hard this past semester, and I'm holding a 4.0 GPA currently. I'm stoked and all, but does it give me as big of an advantage in admissions as people make it out to be? Is it worth the s …

Hey guys, this may sound a bit basic, but I honestly don't know where to start. How can I check my SAT scores online? I hear there's an interface or a portal or something. Can someone guide me? Thanks …

Hey guys, I've been seriously looking into Northwestern University as one of my top choices. With that in mind, could anyone give me an idea about the average SAT score for students admitted to Northw …

These application fees are kinda putting a dent in my pocket, not gonna lie. How does one go about getting the fee waived? Is there a process for that? Any input would be helpful.

Hey all, I'll be taking the AP US History test soon- any advice? What should I focus on while studying?

Hey peeps, junior here feeling a bit lost. I'm trying to choose AP classes for next year, and wondering which ones are colleges particularly impressed by? Any advice would be appreciated!

Hey folks, next year's schedule has me slated for AP Stats. Just trying to get a feel of how tough it's gonna be. Any insights from students who have taken it, or are taking it now?

Just wondering, if I'm pretty comfortable with Honors Biology and Chemistry, should I consider taking an AP Science class? What's your take on the workload and difficulty level of AP Science courses?

Hey, it's little ol' me panicking about the upcoming AP Psych test. Do any seasoned AP students have study methodologies that worked for them?

Physics squad, where you at? I won't lie, physics ain't my strong suit but I signed up for AP Physics to push my boundaries. You guys got any tips on which formulas are essential to focus on?

Hey, I'm in a bit of a quandary. Not sure if I should take AP Calc or AP Stats next year. Anyone willing to give me a rundown on these math AP courses?

Slightly freaking out over AP Lit here. Does anyone have a good reading list for AP Literature? Or any books that were super helpful for you when you took the course?

Hi there, what's the range for SAT scores? Trying to get a sense of what I should be aiming for and how critical certain scores are for admissions.

Hey guys! I'm in my junior year and I've been researching a bunch of schools. One that's been really grabbing my attention is Georgia Tech. I'm just curious, does anyone know what the admit rate for G …

Hey guys, I'm just starting to think about taking the SAT. Money's a bit tight right now, so I was wondering how to go about getting a fee waiver for the test? Could anybody provide me with detailed s …

Hi everyone, I am planning to take the SATs next year and am looking for resources to start studying. Are there any books you found particularly helpful for SAT prep? Any suggestions would be much app …

I'm a junior and planning on applying to the Fashion Institute of Technology next year. Does anyone know what the average GPA requirement is? I know extracurriculars and a portfolio matter but I want …

So, I am a high school junior thinking about applying to the University of North Texas next year. Can someone tell me about the requirements they have for admission? Thanks a bunch in advance!

What's up everyone, I'm pretty attracted to Cal State San Diego because of its location and programs. Anyone knows what percentage of applicants are typically accepted there? Need to gauge my chances. …

Hi, I just had a quick question. Is a 100 GPA actually achievable? And if it is, how much does it boost your chances for competitive colleges? Thanks!