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How does a 30 60 90 triangle work?

Hey guys, I'm really confused about the whole concept of a 30 60 90 triangle and how it can be applied in practical situations or tests. I know it's really important for geometry and trig, but I just …

2 years ago

Persuasive essay ideas

Hey everyone, I'm starting to think about my college essays and I'm looking for some topic ideas for persuasive essays, aside from the usual 'why me, why this college' pitch. Any creative ideas you gu …

2 years ago

What qualifications does MSU value?

Hey there, folks. I'm still a junior but looking at Michigan State University (MSU) as one of my potential college choices. I was wondering, outside of the standard GPA and test scores, what type of q …

2 years ago

Colorado University at Boulder Admissions

What does the University of Colorado at Boulder look for in their applicants? Is there something I should definitely focus on in order to stand out?

2 years ago

Syracuse University GPA Requirements?

Hey, I'm a current junior and Syracuse University seems like a sweet spot for me. Does anyone have info on Syracuse's GPA requirements? Trying to see how things stand with my current GPA there, thank …

2 years ago

University of Pittsburgh Admissions

Yo, does anyone have the lowdown on University of Pittsburgh's average SAT scores? I'm taking the SATs soon and Pitt is one of my top choices. Aiming to meet or exceed their standard. Trying not to st …

2 years ago

Looking for the Best Colleges for Arts

Hello, fellow art enthusiasts! I'm really passionate about studying arts in college, and I want to make sure I'm aiming for the right schools. Does anyone have any recommendations for the best college …

2 years ago

Colleges with No Application Fee?

The application fees have been hitting my pocket a little too hard. Are there any colleges you guys know of that don't require an application fee?

2 years ago

What requirements are set by Caltech?

Caltech is in my college shortlist but I'm not too certain about my chances. Do they have a certain set of requirements applicants should focus on to improve their probability of acceptance? Thanks, p …

2 years ago

Digging into the Hardest College Degrees

Hey everyone, can we talk about tough degrees for a second? I'm trying to get a clearer vision of which college degrees are generally considered the toughest. Don't hold off on the details, I want eve …

2 years ago

ACT to SAT conversion, what's my equivalent?

Hey! So, I've got my ACT score but a lot of my friends took the SAT. Is there a reliable method to convert my ACT score to an SAT equivalent? Just kinda want to see where I sit compared to them.

2 years ago

What are the SAT scores for UMD?

Hi there, I'm currently a junior aiming to apply to University of Maryland next year, and I'm a bit stressed about how my SAT score might stack up. Does anyone have an idea of the average SAT score fo …

2 years ago

University of Madison Wisconsin Acceptance Rate?

Hey, guys! I've been researching colleges a lot lately and one that piqued my interest is University of Madison Wisconsin. However, acceptance rates do play a part in my decision-making process, so I …

2 years ago

Colleges with Performing Arts

Hey guys! I'm passionate about theater and I'm looking for colleges with strong performing arts programs. Ideally, I'd like to continue acting while in school. Any recommendations?

2 years ago

What makes a solid argumentative paper?

As part of my coursework I need to write an argumentative paper and I'm sort of stuck. What makes an argumentative paper standout? Any tips on the elements and structure I should be focusing on?

2 years ago

Average GPA at University of Texas: Any Idea?

Hello, folks! I've been eyeing University of Texas, but I'm a bit concerned about my GPA. To be realistic about my chances, can anyone tell me about the average GPA at UT? Thanks heaps!

2 years ago

ACT requirements for the University of Auburn?

Hey guys! Hoping to apply to Auburn University, but I'm not sure what ACT score I should be aiming for. Any insight would be enormously helpful!

2 years ago

Converting a 1410 SAT to ACT score

Hey everyone, I ended up with a 1410 on my SAT. I am trying to figure out if I should stick with the SAT or if I should transition to taking the ACT. Any thoughts on what this score might convert to o …

2 years ago

Preparing for the AP Literature Exam

Hey guys, do you have any recommendations for resources to use for AP Literature practice exams? I'm trying to get as much practice in as I can before the actual test and honors English isn't quite ge …

2 years ago

AP Lit MCQ Tips?

MCQs in AP Lit exam are confusing me a lot. I'm worried about my performance in this section. Does anyone have any successful strategies or tips to tackle this part of the exam?

2 years ago
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