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Looking for scholarships for engineering students - any advice?

Hey there! I'm a junior planning to major in Engineering. I'm really trying hard not to break the bank when I go to college, so I wanted to know if anyone has any tips on finding scholarships specific …

2 years ago

What's the Max Score for the GRE?

I've been reading about grad school, and the GRE keeps coming up. Just a quick question, does anyone know the max score for the GRE?

2 years ago

Seeking advice on best creative writing colleges

I've always been passionate about writing and wanted to know if any of you can help me with some insights. Which colleges are considered the 'best' for creative writing? Looking for any advice or reco …

2 years ago

SAT Scores for Top Colleges

Does anyone have a general idea of the kind of SAT scores top colleges are looking for? I know it varies, I'm just trying to gauge how high I should aim... Nervous junior here!

2 years ago

SAT in October, any tips?

I just signed up for the SAT in October and I'm sorta freaking out. How should I start planning my study schedule and what should I focus on? Would appreciate if anyone could share their experience wi …

2 years ago

What's the acceptance rate for Fresno State?

Hi guys, I'm doing some research on colleges I could apply to, and Fresno State is on my list. Anyone has any information on the acceptance rate there? I wanna know my chances. Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Question about SAT Score Release Dates

Hi guys! So I'm going to be taking the SAT in a few weeks and I'm a bit anxious about the scores. Does anyone know how to check the exact SAT score release dates? And how long it usually takes? I'd be …

2 years ago

U of Pittsburgh acceptance rates and how to boost my chances?

Hey guys! Has anyone applied to U of Pittsburgh recently and knows the current acceptance rate? I'm about to start my application and have heard it's been getting more competitive lately. Any tips to …

2 years ago

Northern Illinois University Admissions Experience

Anyone here familiar with the admissions process at Northern Illinois University? Would love to hear about other people's experiences and any advice you might have.

2 years ago

Deciphering GPA

Hey everyone, I've been trying to figure out the whole GPA thing. Is anyone able to explain what a 2.0 GPA translates to? I'm trying to see where I stand.

2 years ago

Thinking about UCLA acceptance requirements

Hello to all! I'm really drawn to UCLA but seems a bit intimidating. How stringent are their acceptance requirements? What do they look for in prospective students above academics?

2 years ago

What's the acceptance rate at the United States Merchant Marine Academy?

Hey everyone! Has anyone applied to the United States Merchant Marine Academy? I'm wondering about how competitive it is - does anyone know what their acceptance rate is?

2 years ago

Understanding SAT Test Fees

Hey everyone, I've been planning to take the SAT test soon and I'm a bit confused about the fee structure. Does anyone know the exact cost of registering for the SAT? Plus, are there any additional co …

2 years ago

Any advice on tackling the APUSH DBQ?

Hey guys, APUSH exam is approaching and I'm struggling a bit with the DBQ section. Could anyone share some tips on how to approach it? What structure should I follow while writing? And do you guys kno …

2 years ago

What's the deal with GPA for Purdue?

Hey folks, I've been eyeballing Purdue pretty seriously lately. I noticed that there isn't really a given 'minimum GPA' listed on their admissions page, and that has me a bit on edge. What's the avera …

2 years ago

Pre-Med Route

I'm currently a junior and thinking about a career in medicine. What's the general pathway to becoming a doctor after high school? What should I be considering in terms of major or extracurriculars in …

2 years ago

Help! What's the deal with electives in college?

Hey peeps, I'm a little confused about electives in college. What exactly are they? Are they just classes you choose because you're interested in them or do they have to tie into your major somehow?

2 years ago

Scholarships for High School Sophomores?

Hey everyone, I'm just a sophomore, but I want to start looking into scholarships now. Does anyone have advice on scholarships specifically designed for sophomores in high school?

2 years ago

ACT Online Practice Test Recommendations

Hello friends! I'm studying for the ACT and I've heard online practice tests are a good way to prep. Does anyone have any recommendations on which ones are worth doing?

2 years ago

Understanding the SAT Scoring Distribution

Hey folks, I've been looking at SAT scores and got stumbled on the scoring distribution concept. Can anyone share info about how the SAT scores are distributed? Is there an easier way to understand th …

2 years ago
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