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Searching for Acting Colleges in Cali

Hi all! I'm super into drama and acting, and was looking to apply to some acting colleges in California. Could you suggest some good ones? Also, if any of you have faced the admissions process, could …

a year ago

Recommended ACT vocabulary words?

Hey guys. It's me trying to expand my vocabulary for the ACT test. Are there any particular vocabulary words you guys would recommend that come up often in that test? Thanks!

a year ago

Can I take the ACT test online?

Hey everyone, I've been studying for weeks now and I'm feeling pretty solid about taking the ACT test, but I'm not sure about the process. Can you take the ACT test online or do I have to schedule it …

a year ago

When are the ACT registration deadlines?

Hi, trying to plan out when I should take the ACT, but can't seem to figure out when the registration deadlines typically are. Can anyone help out?

a year ago

What type of English rules are tested on the ACT?

I'm looking to better prepare for the English section of the ACT. Has anyone who has taken the ACT before noticed whether its more about grammar, punctuation, syntax, or something else? What are the c …

a year ago

Is My Dream School a Reach? (University of Nevada, Reno)

I've been looking at University of Nevada, Reno as one of my dream schools but I'm not sure how selective they really are. Do any of you folks know their acceptance rate? Your insights would be super …

a year ago

Texas A&M SAT Scores

Hey y'all, anyone knows what the average SAT score is for admissions into Texas A&M? My scores are kinda mid-range and I want to see if I stand a chance of getting in or if I should retake it. Thanks!

a year ago

How to Convert 1480 SAT Score to ACT?

Need some help folks. I scored a 1480 on the SAT and need to convert this into an equivalent ACT score for my applications. What's the best way to do this?

a year ago

What's the Deal with Yale Decision Dates?

Been stressing a bit about this, does anyone know when Yale releases their admission decisions? Is it different for early decision and regular decision or do they both come out at the same time? Tryin …

a year ago

What's the story with Yale's admission standards?

Been dreaming about Yale for ages. Anyone clued in on what they look at for admissions? I'm talking GPA, extracurriculars, leadership roles, volunteer work- the whole shebang. I know they're Ivy Leagu …

a year ago

Understanding Variables for My Science Project

Hey! I'm just working on this science project for school and I'm still kinda fuzzy about this whole dependent and independent variable concept. Like, which one is which, ya know? What are some ways to …

a year ago

When are PSAT scores usually released?

Hey guys, I took the PSAT last month and I'm kind of anxious about my scores. Does anyone know the general timeframe when these scores are released?

a year ago

Trade Schools—What Are They?

Hi fellas, I've heard some peeps talk about 'trade schools' a lot recently. But I'm kind of unsure as to what they exactly are. Are they like colleges but for specialized trades or careers? Can anyone …

a year ago

Engineering Fields Exploration

Hey guys, I've always been interested in engineering but I'm not sure exactly what type I want to go into. Could anyone tell me about the different kinds of engineers out there?

a year ago

Clarification on SAT Scoring

Hello everybody! I've been preparing for the SAT, and I'm somewhat confused about something. What's the max score you can obtain on the SAT? I've heard a few different things.

a year ago

Average ACT Scores in the US: What to Aim For?

Hey guys and gals, I've been getting ready for the ACT and it’s going okay so far. What I'd really like to know is, what's considered a 'good' score? What's the average ACT score across the US? How hi …

a year ago

Grades and GPAs: What does GPA mean?

Guys, this might be a basic question, but as a junior starting the college process, I want to be sure about everything. What does GPA actually stand for? And why is it such a big deal in college appli …

a year ago

What is a CEEB code and why is it important?

I'm starting with my college applications and on some forms, there's a field to fill in called 'CEEB code.' What exactly is it, why do I need it, and where can I find it?

a year ago

Decoding GPAs: What does 'all B GPA' mean?

I've seen this term, 'all B GPA', tossed around a bit and not quite figured out what it means. Is this referring to the average if all my grades are B's, or is there more to it? Can anyone help me und …

a year ago

Understanding GPA—What Makes a Good GPA Score?

Hey everyone, I've been wondering what exactly constitutes a 'good' GPA score? I know it can differ depending on the scale (ie. 4.0, 5.0) and whether it’s weighted or unweighted. What’s an impressive …

a year ago
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