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What's the perfect SAT score and how important is it?

Hello! I'm under a bit of stress about my upcoming SATs. I've been hearing a lot about aiming for a perfect score, but how important is getting the maximum score? Will it greatly impact my chances at …

a year ago

How to check ACT scores?

Feeling a little frazzled and can't figure out how to login and check my ACT scores. Can someone walk me through it, please?

a year ago

Looking for a free ACT practice test online

Hello, I'm hitting a bit of a wall with my ACT prep due to budget constraints. Does anyone know where I can find free ACT practice tests online to keep my prep going?

a year ago

Vital ACT formulas?

Hey folks, what are the most essential math formulas I absolutely need to memorize for the ACT? I don't want to miss out on easy points because I didn't memorize a formula.

a year ago

Understanding ACT cumulative score

New to the ACT here and I keep hearing about the 'cumulative score'. How does it work and what does it mean for my college applications?

a year ago

Defining Extracurricular Activities

Hey everyone! I've been seeing a lot of posts that mention 'extracurricular activities'. Could anyone explain to me exactly what this term means? What sort of activities outside of classes count as ex …

a year ago

Seeking to Understand Average PSAT Score

Hey all, I'm deep in prep for my PSAT and was wondering - what's considered an average score? And how much does the average PSAT score affect college admissions if at all? Is it just a prep for SAT or …

a year ago

Looking for Insight about ACT Superscores

Hi, I'm kinda new to this ACT journey. I heard about ACT superscoring, but I'm not very clear about it. Does it basically take the highest scores from different ACT tests I gave? How do colleges look …

a year ago

Anyone here got accepted to UCLA recently?

Hey y'all! I'm planning on applying to UCLA next year and wondering if anyone who's recently gotten in can share their experiences. How tough was their process? Are there any specific things I should …

a year ago

What's the secret to getting accepted into USC?

Hey everyone, USC is my dream school and I'm really trying my best to get in. Can anyone share their experiences on how they got accepted? What kind of GPA, extracurriculars, or essays do they look fo …

a year ago

Is a 900 SAT score enough for college admission?

I'm currently a junior and I've just received my SAT score of 900. I am concerned about my chances of getting into a decent college. What colleges typically accept this range of SAT scores? Is it reco …

a year ago

What defines a D1 college?

Hi all, I've heard this term 'D1 college' being thrown around a lot, and not entirely sure what it means. Does it refer to the size, reputation, sports programs or something else of a college? I'd app …

a year ago

Could someone explain to me what a 2.0 GPA means?

Hi all, I've got a tough question. I'm more of a straight letter grade kinda guy, and I'm trying to figure out what exactly a 2.0 GPA means. Is it good? Bad? Where am I at with that kind of GPA?

a year ago

How will an 82% GPA impact my college applications?

My cumulative GPA is roughly an 82% and I'm not sure how this translates on a 4.0 scale. Will this limit my chances for certain colleges? Could my extracurriculars or ACT/SAT scores help balance this …

a year ago

34 ACT score: Am I aiming too high?

I'm wondering where my 34 ACT score stands in the grand scheme of college admissions. Are schools like Harvard or MIT within my academic reach? Feeling a bit stressed about the whole process.

a year ago

Understanding GPA scales - help?

Sup everyone! So, I'm really puzzled about GPA scales. Can someone help me understand the difference between the 4.0 scale, 100-point scale, and any others that might come my way during the applicatio …

a year ago

What Qualifies as a Division 1 School?

Hey guys, I'm an athlete and considering going down the college sports route. I keep hearing about 'Division 1' schools. Can anyone explain what exactly constitutes a Division 1 school? Cheers!

a year ago

SAT scores at Wake Forest?

I've always liked the idea of attending Wake Forest, and I'm now getting serious about applications. Any idea what range of SAT scores they typically accept?

a year ago

Where can I take the ACT?

Hi everyone, I'm planning on taking the ACT this year and I’m not exactly sure where I can take it. Like, is there a specific place I need to go? Help a stressed junior out, please!

a year ago

Need help locating Harvard

Hey, this might sound silly, but I'm a bit confused with the exact location of the University of Harvard. Can someone provide more details on the exact location? Thank you!

a year ago
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