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So I took the PSAT a while ago and I'm kinda confused about when our scores are made available. Does it vary by state or is there a fixed schedule? Would really appreciate some insights here.
Hey everyone. I'm a bit stressed about my PSAT score ranges, which are not as high as I'd like. Does anyone have any advice or resources that might help me to improve them? Any learning strategies or …
Hey folks, just being your typical, slightly stressed-out junior over here. MIT's my dream school, and I'm trying to get a better sense of whether I have a shot. Now, I know it's super competitive, bu …
Hey guys, I've been hearing a lot about this thing called a CEEB code while applying to colleges, but I have no idea what it actually is or how to find it for my school. Could someone here break it do …
I'm really trying to up the ante on my writing game, especially with college essays fast approaching. Could you all suggest some strategies or techniques from literature that would make my essays stan …
I'm super interested in liberal arts study, so could anyone let me know which liberal art colleges are ranked high and why? Any personal experiences from these schools would be extra helpful.
Quick question guys, how long does the SAT usually last from start to end, including breaks? I'm starting to plan out my testing schedule for next year.
Hey guys, got a 28 on my ACT and feeling a bit confused about where I stand. I'm hearing that 36 is a perfect score, would a 28 be considered strong or should I retake?
Hey everyone! I got a 23 on my ACT and I'm a little unsure about how competitive that score is. For colleges that mainly consider standardized test scores, would a 23 make me a strong contender?
Hi guys! I'm trying to make my college list and financial feasibility is a major concern for me. Does anyone have recommendations for colleges that are known to be more affordable? Anything that might …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior doing research on potential universities. So, this might sound stupid, but I've been trying to do some research and I'm sort of getting confused. Can anyone clarify for me: …
Hey all, like many high-schoolers out there, Yale University is one of my top choices. I understand the intense competition and want to make sure my application stands out. Beyond just solid academics …
Hey there, I'm dreaming of becoming an MIT student but I understand it's highly competitive. Apart from high grades and strong STEM participation, can anyone share some unique aspects that could make …
Got a quick (but important) question. As I'm getting ready to apply to some pretty competitive colleges, I realize I'm not entirely sure about the process to get my final high school transcript. Does …
Hey guys! I'm a little stressed about the SAT. Can anybody tell me - roughly how many questions are there in each section? I know the number varies slightly from test to test, but just to get a genera …
Hey all! I just took my SAT and felt that it went really well. Just wondering how long the wait usually is before scores get released? Thanks!
Hello everyone! I'm curious about what kind of extracurriculars or high school activities would look the best on a college application. Any suggestions from those who have been through the process?
Hey everyone! I've been looking at High Point University and thinking about applying there. Does anyone know what the admission process is like? What are the key things they look at for applicants?
Hi all! Applications are coming up and I'm working on gathering my recommendation letters. Any tips on how to secure a 'great' letter? Like, should I pick teachers from a specific subject, or does it …
Does anyone have info on what the average SAT score is for an accepted student at FSU? I'm testing in a few months and stressing a bit about my target score.