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Is Penn State University in the Ivy League?

So, I just had this random thought pop into my head, is Penn State University part of the Ivy League? I can't seem to get a straight answer online. Can anyone clear this up for me?

2 years ago

Looking for Persuasive Speech Topics

Public speaking is not my strong suit but I need to ace this assignment. Can you all suggest some persuasive speech topics that would be relatively easy to research and speak on?

2 years ago

Grasping Northwestern's acceptance rate

Hi everyone, Northwestern is on my top schools list but I just found out about their pretty low acceptance rate. How accurate is that percentage? Are there any specific traits they look for in those w …

2 years ago

What are the Coca Cola scholarship requirements?

Hey, I heard about the Coca Cola scholarship and think it might be a good fit for me, but I'm not sure. Anyone knows what the specific requirements are? Any help is much appreciated, thanks!

2 years ago

What are the SAT scores like for UC Berkeley admits?

Hey guys, attempting to gauge how competitive my candidacy is for UC Berkeley. I know test scores aren't everything, but can anyone inform me about the SAT score range that UC Berkeley generally accep …

2 years ago

Acceptance rate of University of Minnesota?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior considering University of Minnesota . I'm pretty tied up about my chances of admission. Anyone has the latest stats on their acceptance rate? Any tips for hopeful applicants …

2 years ago

What GPA is Needed for Admission to Ohio State?

Hello all! I'm a junior looking into Ohio State University. It's one of my top choices, and I was just wondering, what kind of GPA am I supposed to have for a solid shot at admission? If anybody can s …

2 years ago

University of Houston-Downtown Acceptance Rate?

Howdy, folks! I'm looking to apply to University of Houston-Downtown, and I was wondering if anyone knew about their acceptance rate? Any insight would be great. Thanks!

2 years ago

Breaking Down the ACT Scale

Hi all! I just got my ACT results and I'm a little confused about the scoring system. Can anybody explain the ACT scale to me? Why is it out of 36 and how are scores calculated for the different secti …

2 years ago

Experience with Finance Major at Pitt?

Hello everyone! I'm seriously considering majoring in Finance if I get into University of Pittsburgh. Anyone here majoring in Finance at Pitt? What's your experience like? Is it tough? Pros and cons?

2 years ago

Can anyone recommend good film schools in Texas?

Hiya peeps, I'm thinking of pursuing a career in film studies and hoping to stay in Texas for college. Can you guys recommend good film schools within the state? Cheers.

2 years ago

Notre Dame ACT Scores: What're They Looking for?

Hey guys, I'm planning on applying to Notre Dame and I'm not sure what ACT score I should aim for. Does anyone know what they typically expect or prefer? Really need some guidance here.

2 years ago

SAT Math Formula Sheet?

Hey everyone! So, I've got my SAT coming up real soon and I'm focusing on the Math section right now. I was kind of hoping I could find a list of all the formulas that I will need for the test. Does a …

2 years ago

Examples of SAT Essays

Hey, can anybody share some well-written SAT essay examples that I can use as a reference? Even though the essay part is optional, I'm considering doing it to show off my writing skills. Thanks in adv …

2 years ago

SAT Dates for 2024-2025

Hello everyone! I'm planning my schedule for junior year and I can't seem to find the SAT test dates for 2024-2025. Anyone know where I can find this info so I can plan my prep time effectively?

2 years ago

Finding SAT Centers Near Me

Hey folks, I'm getting ready to register for the SAT. Does anyone know how I find test centers near me? Do all high schools offer it or are there specific venues?

2 years ago

Comparing SAT and ACT Scores

Hey, I need some advice. I've done pretty well on both the SAT and the ACT, but I'm not sure how to compare my scores. Is there a reliable SAT and ACT score comparison method out there?

2 years ago

SAT and ACT Equivalent Scores

Hi, y'all. I've taken both the SAT and ACT and I'm unsure which score to report on my university application. Is there a chart or something that shows SAT and ACT equivalent scores? And do colleges ha …

2 years ago

Acceptance Rate at Florida Institute of Technology

Hello everyone. I'm considering applying to Florida Institute of Technology and was curious about their acceptance rate. Anyone have an idea of how competitive it is to get in there?

2 years ago

When do school day SAT scores typically get released?

Hey everyone, a little bit stressed here. I took the school day SAT a little while back and I'm anxious about when the scores will come out. Do they usually stick to a certain timeline?

2 years ago
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