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Help needed with NCSU financial aid

Stressed and confused here! I've been looking at North Carolina State University as a potential option, but I'm not quite sure about how their financial aid works. Can someone explain their financial …

2 years ago

Confusion about March SAT date

Hello all, I'm planning on retaking my SATs in March, but there seems to be some ambiguity floating around about the registration and test dates. Anyone has any confirmed info? Would really appreciate …

2 years ago

Georgetown's Average GPA?

Does anyone here know what the average GPA of admitted students at Georgetown is? I'm trying to figure out my chances of getting in.

2 years ago

July ACT 2024, need advice

Is anyone gonna give the ACT in July 2024? I am struggling to set my study calendar for it. I need some advice. Thanks in advance.

2 years ago

Confused about the Math ACT score chart

Hey there, folks, I recently took the ACT, but I'm having some trouble understanding my Math subscore. Is there a simplified chart or some guide to help me understand the scoring mechanism? Is there a …

2 years ago

What GPA do I really need for Harvard University?

Heyo, I'm about to start my senior year, and Harvard's my dream school. I was wondering, realistically, what kind of GPA is good enough to get accepted? It's a bit nerve-wracking thinking about it!

2 years ago

Does Harvard University have a campus in Boston?

Hey peeps! Quick question: Does Harvard University have a campus located in Boston? I really love the city, so it would be pretty cool to know. Thanks for the help in advance!

2 years ago

What's the average SAT score for students admitted into Harvard?

Just finished studying for the SAT after what feels like forever and I'm aiming for Harvard. Just curious, what's the average SAT score for those who manage to get in? Any info would be super apprecia …

2 years ago

USC Admission Grades

Hello everyone, I'm a motivated high school junior seeking clarity on the grades needed to usually get into USC. Does anyone know about or remember their GPA or class rank when they were accepted? Is …

2 years ago

Grades Needed for Admission to Cornell?

Hey folks! I'm very much interested in applying to Cornell University. But I'm unsure about the grades they expect for admission. Can anyone provide some insight into the average GPA or grade requirem …

2 years ago

GPA for UCLA: What do I Need?

Forgive me if this is a common question but I'm gearing up for applications next year and UCLA is my top choice. Could someone clarify their GPA requirements, if there's any? Or what was the average G …

2 years ago

What is the GPA Required for UC Berkeley?

Hey guys, I'm really hoping to get into UC Berkeley after I graduate. I've been trying to keep my grades up, but I'm not totally clear on what they're looking for. Does anyone know what the GPA cut-of …

2 years ago

Meaning of GPA in school?

So I know GPA stands for Grade Point Average, but what does it really represent in the scope of high school and college applications? How much weight does it carry in the admissions process and how ca …

2 years ago

What's a respectable high school GPA?

I'm a bit confused about what a respectable high school GPA looks like, for both colleges and jobs after graduation. Are there specified industry standards I should know about or does it vary?

2 years ago

What's the average accepted GPA for Stanford?

Considering Stanford, but kind of intimidated by their acceptance rate. Anyone know what the average accepted GPA is? Any advice would really help ease my mind.

2 years ago

What's a good GPA for getting into NYU?

Hey y'all, I was wondering what kind of GPA is generally needed for NYU? I'm currently sitting at a 3.5 and I'm stressing out on whether it's good enough. Would really appreciate any info about this!

2 years ago

Understanding the GPA Conversion Table

I need some help understanding the GPA conversion table. Can anyone explain it in simple terms, or break down how it works? I'd like to know how my grades translate into GPA, especially as I prepare f …

2 years ago

What does having a 'C average' GPA actually mean?

Has anyone ever been admitted with a 'C average' GPA? What does that even mean? Are there any universities that still accept students with C averages?

2 years ago

Is a GPA of 3.6 competitive enough for top colleges?

Hey everyone, I just calculated my cumulative GPA and it's a 3.6. Given that I'm hoping to apply to T20s, should I feel anxious about my GPA? What have been your experiences with similar GPAs and coll …

2 years ago

What's it mean if my GPA is around a 3?

Hey fam, as I'm nearing the end of my junior year, I've started to consider the implications of my 3.0 GPA on college admissions. Should I be stressing out about this or do I stand a decent chance aga …

2 years ago
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