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Hey y'all! Not really feeling the D1 scene and I'm thinkin' about keeping it D2 for college - bringing balance between my sport and academics. Is there a resource that breaks down Division 2 colleges …

Hey everyone! I've definitely got my heart set on studying Computer Science and Texas A&M Corpus Christi is one of the schools I'm considering. Anyone have insights on the strength of their program? M …

Hey guys, I'm currently enrolled in AP Chemistry and I'm not gonna lie, it's a bit challenging. But, I want to excel and ace the exam. Do you know if there's a comprehensive formula sheet or anything …

Wassup guys, I've got AP Physics on my schedule for next year and I'm already dreading the exam. Has anyone here taken the test before and if so, what resources did you find most useful to prepare for …

I'm a junior trying to understand my GPA more clearly. I know that colleges look at both weighted and unweighted GPAs, but I'm unsure of the difference between the two. Can anybody break it down for m …

Hey fam, I've taken the Pre-ACT as a sophomore and I'm slightly apprehensive about my score. I'd appreciate if someone could tell me what the average Pre-ACT score for sophomores is. It'd really help …

Hello there! I'm eager to study engineering, but man, there's like 200 kinds. How do you decide on a particular type of engineering to pursue? Does anyone have advice on this exploration process?

Hey guys! Just wondering how an 1100 SAT score translates to ACT? I'm trying to decide which test to take. I've done some practice tests and my SAT score is consistently around 1100. Does anyone know …

I've been hearing a lot about IB classes recently. Could someone explain what they are and how they differ from standard high school classes or AP classes? Are they more beneficial when applying to co …

I've been hearing about graduating 'with highest honors' from high school. But what exactly does that mean? How do you achieve this? And do colleges place a great deal of emphasis on this?

So, Bates University has caught my eye, but I'm just feeling a little stressed about the acceptance rate. Is it extremely competitive, or do I stand a good chance with decent academics and activities? …

Hey guys, my teachers have been saying that the ability to craft a good argumentative essay is essential not only for our AP exams, but also for college apps. I kinda struggle with this genre. Can any …

I've been preparing for the ACT and I'm kinda unsure about what score range is considered strong or competitive for admissions. Can anyone help me out in understanding this?

Hey y'all, I've been eyeing Cornell as my dream school since forever, but I'm kinda unsure about the specific admission requirements. I know that these things can be a mix of academics, test scores, a …

Hey everyone, I'm just wondering, other than academics and extracurriculars, is there something specific that MIT takes into account when reviewing applications, such as a portfolio or specific essays …

Hey all! I'm a Georgia resident and UGA is one of my top choices. Trying to understand what SAT score I should be aiming for. Anyone know the average SAT score for admitted students at UGA? I greatly …

Hey, I've been checking my GPA and I'm mostly getting 'B's in my subjects, what exactly does this mean in terms of my GPA? Is it considered good enough for prestigious colleges, or do I need to aim fo …

Me again, still dealing with math stuff. I've just finished Algebra 2 and I'm wondering what's next in the typical high school math sequence. Is it pre-calc, or can I leap straight into calculus or ev …

Just got my ACT score back. I wanted to understand where I stand nationally. Can anyone here tell me what the current national average ACT score is? Is there a way I can benchmark my score against it?

Hey peeps, a bit stressed out here... What is the latest Fresno State acceptance rate? And for someone with a decent academic record, how likely am I to get accepted? I'd appreciate any advice!