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Hi folks, quick question - I'm looking at Harvard as my top choice. Got any idea about what GPA do you need to get accepted into Harvard? I know it'll be high, but how high are we talking?
I've got a quick question - what's considered a good SAT score? I mean, what should I be aiming for to gain admission into reputable colleges? I'm prepping for my SAT and could use some guidance.
Hey folks, I've been hearing a lot about this SAT exam. Could any of you clarify for me what does SAT mean and what it is all about? Is it really necessary for my college application? Just trying to u …
Super confused junior here, just heard about something called an IB program at my school. Can anyone break down what it is and if it's worth pursuing? Like, will it make a difference in college applic …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior who's thinking of pursuing college sports. I'm specifically looking into Division I schools. Does anybody know approximately how many D1 colleges there are in the U.S.?
Hey everyone, I've always been super focused on academics and I'm wondering what a 'good' GPA would be. What sort of GPA would make me a competitive applicant for top-tier colleges? Appreciate any ans …
Can someone please break down how ACT test scores are calculated? I just took a practice test and I want to understand where my scores fall.
So, I've got my eyes set on Harvard right now. Does anyone know the general ACT score range Harvard usually accepts? Trying to figure out where I need to aim... Any suggestions on the prep route would …
In the spirit of looking towards the future and freaking out just a little bit, what's known as the hardest college major out there? And why is it considered so?
Been eyeing University of Texas but still a bit in the dark about what GPA they're expecting. Anyone know roughly what their admitted students' GPAs look like? Trying not to sweat it, but easier said …
I'm really set on University of Virginia but I want to be sure my application is strong. Anyone have details on their GPA requirements? It's crucial I know what they're looking for. Thanks!
Hey guys! I have to register for my ACT soon, and I am in a bit of a dilemma. Should I take the ACT with the writing test or without it? Is there any real benefit in opting for the writing portion? I' …
So here's the deal: I want to register for the ACT, but I'm having a hard time determining the best testing center. Could anyone here guide me in terms of factors I should consider when choosing a tes …
I've just received my ACT score, and it's a bit lower than I expected. I'm feeling kinda bummed, and I'm curious about how these standardized test scores, like the ACT score, relate to intelligence, s …
Hey everyone, I decided to take the ACT but I've noticed a lot of college admission info talks about SAT scores. Is there a way or a tool to figure out what my ACT score would be equivalent to in SAT …
Hello there! I'm trying to figure out this whole college application business, and right now I'm hung up on the ACT. Could anyone elaborate on what ACT score distribution means? And how can this distr …
Hey peeps, I've got my eyes set on CUNY for in-state affordability and city experience. But there's a good number of them...how should I go about choosing the right CUNY School? Suggestions?
Hi everyone, I've been hearing about something called the ACT 'scale score'. I'm a bit confused about what that means and how it's different from the composite score or the individual section scores. …
Hey, does anyone have any insight into ACT and SAT scores? Like, are they seen as equivalent by colleges, or is one looked upon more favorably than the other? In my school, it seems like everyone’s al …
Hey folks! My ACT is coming up and I've just found a percentile chart online but tbh, I'm having a hard time making sense of it. Can anyone help me out with how to interpret the ACT percentile chart? …