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Yo, so I just got this letter stating I've been 'conditionally accepted' to a uni I applied for. What exactly does this mean? What are the conditions they're talking about usually? Also, anyone else b …

Hi everyone, I'm kinda confused about the Composite ACT Score. What exactly does this score mean and how important is it in the college admissions process? Will a low composite ACT score completely ta …

Hey, friends! I've been researching the College of Charleston and it seems like a good fit for me. But I wasn't able to find much about the average GPA of accepted students. Anyone got some info or ca …

I'm a junior and have been eyeing Coastal Carolina University for a while now. But, I'm not really sure what the average GPA they require is. Can someone please provide me with some insight?

Hey fellow applicants, trying to understand Clemson's acceptance requirements. Can anyone give me a complete picture of what Clemson University expects from its applicants? It'll help me a lot in prep …

Hey guys! I'm applying to Christopher Newport University and would love to hear from anyone who's familiar with the admissions process - what they look for, how tough it is, etc. Any advice will defin …

Hey, I just took my ACT and I'm really anxious about my score. Could someone please tell me how to check it online? I've been poking around their site but can't seem to find my score. Any help will be …

Hi all, I've been considering Charleston Southern University for a while now and I was wondering if anyone here knows the acceptance rate. I'd really like to know how competitive the admissions proces …

Hi everyone, does anyone know what sort of things Campbell University values in their admissions process? Is it more about academics or does personality and extracurriculars also play a role in their …

I'm a junior who's quite stressed about college tuition. California State University San Marcos is on my list but I'm clueless about their financial aid policies. Can anyone give a simple summary or s …

I'm pretty set on applying to Calarts for their animation program. Could someone explain more about their application process? What do they weigh the most, portfolio or GPA? Any tips are welcome.

Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior and aiming for Cal Berkeley. Heard that SAT scores do matter quite a bit. Just curious, does anyone know what the typical accepted students' range is? Should I be …

Hey there, I’m planning on applying to Brigham Young University. Can anyone share some info about their admission requirements? I’d love to know more about any prerequisites, GPA averages, test scores …

Hey everyone, I'm thinking about applying to Brown next year. Any idea what the average SAT score is for admitted students? I know the university has a holistic review process, but I still want to mak …

Hey y'all, has anyone applied to Boise State lately? I've heard that they went test-optional because of the pandemic, but I couldn't find a super clear answer on their website. Can anyone confirm if t …

Hey all, need a bit of perspective here. I recently took the SAT and walked out with a 1020. Is this considered a good score? Would it be competitive for most colleges, or should I aim higher?

Hi, anyone knows how much each question is worth on the SAT? Also, does it depend on the section of the test or is it the same for each part? Just trying to get an insight into how they get to the fin …

Okay so I've heard rumors about some colleges being seriously heavy on the party scene and I just wanna know how accurate those reputations are. Are there some trustworthy sources or ways to figure ou …

Hello everyone, just a stressed junior in need of some direction. I'm really into graphic arts and want to pursue it in college. Which institutions are considered the best for graphic arts?

Hey everyone, hope all is well. By any chance, does anyone know the average or range of SAT scores that Baylor University typically expects for their applicants? Searching around has given me mixed re …