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2.54 GPA and college admissions

Hey everyone, I've got a 2.54 GPA at the moment, and I'm trying to figure out my options for college. Is my GPA too low for most colleges, and does anyone have experience or advice for applying to col …

2 years ago

How can I improve my ACT score from a 16?

I recently took the ACT and got a 16, which I know isn't great. I'm looking for advice on how to improve my score. What strategies or resources would you suggest for someone in my situation? Thanks fo …

2 years ago

What's the #1 public university in New York?

Hello everyone, I'm super curious about the public universities in New York. What's considered the top public university in the state? Any info would be great!

2 years ago

GPA Scale at WVU

Hey y'all, I'm interested in applying to West Virginia University (WVU), but I'm not sure about their GPA scale. Can anyone let me know whether they use a 4.0 scale (or some other system)? Thanks for …

2 years ago

Which majors shine at Virginia Tech?

I'm considering applying to Virginia Tech and was curious about which majors are particularly strong there. What are some of the best programs that Virginia Tech is known for?

2 years ago

William & Mary vs UVA: Which Should I Choose?

Hey guys, I'm trying to decide between College of William & Mary and UVA. Can anyone share their experiences or give some advice on which school I should choose? Factors like campus life, academics, a …

2 years ago

Best majors at UT Austin?

I was wondering what the best majors at the University of Texas at Austin are. I want to make sure I pick a major that has a strong program and good reputation. Any thoughts?

2 years ago

Which university has the highest enrollment?

Just out of curiosity, does anyone know which university in the US has the highest enrollment numbers? Want to know how big some of these campuses can get!

2 years ago

Future Cost of College - Any Predictions?

Hey, I'm a high school junior and I've been thinking a lot about the costs of college lately. I know prices have been skyrocketing for years, but has anyone seen any predictions on what the cost of co …

2 years ago

Adelphi GPA Scale

Hey! Does anyone know what GPA scale Adelphi University uses? Is it a 4.0 scale, 4.3 scale or something else? And do they weigh AP/IB/honors courses differently? Thanks!

2 years ago

University of South Carolina tuition info?

Hello there! Does anyone know the tuition cost of the University of South Carolina? Also, if anyone could explain any additional fees, that would be great. Thank you!

2 years ago

Tuition costs per year at University of Pennsylvania?

Hey guys, I'm a junior starting to plan my college list and I'm really interested in attending UPenn. I wanted to know what the cost of tuition is per year, but I'm having trouble finding that info. C …

2 years ago

Where is University of Portland located?

Hey guys, I'm considering applying to the University of Portland, but I'm not exactly sure where it's located. Could someone tell me in which city and state I can find the campus?

2 years ago

Location of Ole Miss?

Hey y'all! I've heard about the University of Mississippi (aka Ole Miss), but I'm not sure where it's situated. Can anyone help me out?

2 years ago

What state is Drake University in?

I've come across Drake University while searching for colleges and I'm curious about its location. Can anyone help me out and let me know what state Drake University is in? Appreciate it!

2 years ago

Northwestern Average GPA - What's the scoop?

I'm considering applying to Northwestern, but want to make sure I'm being realistic about my chances. So, what's the average GPA for students who get in? Any info on this would be super helpful, thank …

2 years ago

Where in Texas is Baylor University?

Hey y'all, I've been hearing good things about Baylor University, but I'm not sure where it's located in Texas. Can someone tell me what city it's in? Appreciate it!

2 years ago

Yale vs. Harvard vs. Princeton - which should I choose?

Hey guys, I've been researching Yale, Harvard, and Princeton, and I'm really torn between these top schools. Can anyone share their thoughts or personal experiences to help me decide which one would b …

2 years ago

Cost of attending North Carolina State University

Hey everyone, I'm looking into North Carolina State University as a possible option for college. Can anyone give me an idea of the overall cost per year? Please include tuition, room and board, and ot …

2 years ago

Looking to Apply to Colleges in Different States

Hey everyone! I'm considering applying to colleges in various states, and I was hoping y'all have some insight on the schools in these locations: Joliet, IL; Marquette, MI; North Adams, MA; Petersburg …

2 years ago
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