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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!

a year 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 …

a year 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 …

a year 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.

a year 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.

a year 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?

a year 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?

a year 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 …

a year 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 …

a year 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 …

a year 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 …

a year 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?

a year 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?

a year 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?

a year 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 …

a year ago

How Can Academic Honors Benefit My Application?

I've earned a few academic honors throughout high school and I'm wondering how much weight these honors hold in the college admissions process. Do they make a significant difference on my application? …

a year ago

What Differentiates a Fine Art School from a Fine Arts College?

I'm a high school junior who's super into painting and sketching. I see terms like 'fine art schools' and 'fine arts colleges' thrown around online but I'm struggling to understand the difference betw …

a year ago

Can I be admitted with a 1.5 GPA?

Alright, so I’ll be straight with you guys, my GPA is a 1.5. I know it's not great, and I've had my struggles during high school, but I still want to apply to college. Am I completely out of chances o …

a year ago

Might need help with the Stout application

Hey guys, I'm starting to get stressed about college applications and the whole process. I'm thinking about applying to Stout and wanted to know if their application is straightforward or if there are …

a year ago

When and where can I see my SAT results?

Took the SAT recently. Super anxious to know how I did. Does anyone know when and where I can check my results?

a year ago
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