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FSU admissions - what SAT scores do they usually look for?

I'm really interested in attending Florida State University, and I'd like to know what SAT scores they usually accept or prefer. Any idea what score I should aim for to maximize my chances at FSU?

2 years ago

Competitive SAT scores for the University of Illinois?

Hey guys, I was wondering what kind of SAT scores are typically considered competitive for the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign? I know there's no 'magic number', but I'd love to know what rang …

2 years ago

SAT 1590 percentile, anyone?

I just received my SAT score and it's a 1590! I'm super excited, but I'm curious about where this score lands in terms of percentile rankings. Anybody have any information or advice on what this means …

2 years ago

SAT 1470: thoughts?

Hi, I just got my SAT score back and it's a 1470. I know it's a decent score, but I'm not sure how it stands in terms of percentiles. Can anyone chime in on how competitive this score is? Thank you!

2 years ago

SAT 1440: How does it compare?

Hey everyone! I recently took the SAT and scored a 1440. I'm wondering how this score compares to others, mainly in terms of percentiles. Would this be considered a competitive score for most colleges …

2 years ago

How competitive is a 1250 SAT score?

Hi all! Just got my SAT scores and I got a 1250. I'm wondering how competitive this score is for colleges, and if I should try to improve it or just work on other aspects of my application. Any advice …

2 years ago

Is an SAT score of 1210 good enough for college applications?

Hi everyone, I just got my SAT results back and I scored a 1210. I'm honestly feeling a little bit stressed about it. Is this score good enough to give me a shot at decent colleges or should I conside …

2 years ago

GPA needed for Sarah Lawrence?

I've been researching Sarah Lawrence College and it seems like a really cool, unique school. But I'm a bit stressed out because I don't know what kind of GPA they're looking for. Can any current stude …

2 years ago

Sarah Lawrence demographics?

Hey guys, I've been considering Sarah Lawrence College and I'm wondering about its demographics. Can anyone share information about the student body's diversity? Is the campus inclusive?

2 years ago

Santa Clara University Room and Board Expenses?

I'm researching housing options for colleges and was curious about Santa Clara University's room and board costs. Does anyone have information on the current costs for on-campus housing and meal plans …

2 years ago

Average SAT Scores for Santa Clara University?

I'm starting to look into college applications and I'm really interested in Santa Clara University. Can anyone tell me what the average SAT scores for admitted students are? I'd like to see if my scor …

2 years ago

Majors and Minors at Santa Clara University

I've been looking into Santa Clara University and I'm curious about their academic programs. Can someone provide me with a list of majors and minors available at Santa Clara so I can get a better idea …

2 years ago

San Jose, CA: College options?

Hey y'all! I'm currently a junior in high school and starting to think about colleges. I'd like to stay close to home in San Jose, CA, so I'm wondering what college options are available in the area. …

2 years ago

San Diego vs LMU: Which is better for business?

Hi all! I've been accepted to both University of San Diego and Loyola Marymount University for business majors, and I'm seriously struggling to choose between them. What are the key differences that I …

2 years ago

San Diego vs Cal Poly: Pros and Cons?

Hey everyone! I've narrowed down my choices between UC San Diego and Cal Poly SLO for engineering, but I'm having a tough time deciding which is better. Can anyone give me some insight into the pros a …

2 years ago

SDSU vs UCSD Room and Board Costs?

Hey friends! I'm currently deciding between San Diego State University and UCSD, and I wanted to factor in the cost of room and board. Does anyone know about the difference in costs between the two? T …

2 years ago

How can I calculate my GPA for Samford?

Hello! I'm considering applying to Samford University, but I'm a bit confused about calculating my GPA according to their standards. Can someone help me understand this process? Thank you!

2 years ago

Sam Houston State University vs SFA

Hey, y'all! I'm a junior and I am trying to decide between Sam Houston State University and Stephen F. Austin (SFA). Can anyone shed some light on the differences or pros and cons of each school? I wo …

2 years ago

Sam Houston State University vs University of Houston?

I've been considering both Sam Houston State University and University of Houston for college, but I'm having trouble deciding between the two. Can anyone provide some insight or personal experiences …

2 years ago

Calculating GPA for Sam Houston State University?

Hi, guys! I was checking out Sam Houston State University and I'm a little unsure of how to calculate my GPA according to their scale. Does anyone here know how they calculate GPAs for applicants? Tha …

2 years ago
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