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Best California public colleges?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to research California public colleges. I know there are a lot, so I'm asking for your suggestions on the best ones or ones I should definitel …

2 years ago

California College of the Arts tuition - how do students manage?

Hey everyone! I'm interested in the California College of the Arts, but the tuition seems pretty high. How do students typically handle the costs? Are there any good scholarships or financial aid oppo …

2 years ago

What is UC Berkeley's physical location like?

Hey, I'm interested in the University of California, Berkeley and was wondering about the physical location of the campus. What's the surrounding area like? Is it urban, suburban, or rural? Any opinio …

2 years ago

Cal State Long Beach student demographics?

Hey all, I've been considering Cal State Long Beach and was wondering about the student demographics. Can anyone give me info on what the campus is like, in terms of diversity and the student body? Th …

2 years ago

What GPA is needed for admission to Texas Tech?

I'm considering applying to Texas Tech as one of my safety schools, but I'm not exactly sure what GPA I need to be a competitive applicant. Can someone provide some insight on this? My current unweigh …

2 years ago

Is UW-Madison hard to get into?

I'm currently researching colleges, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison has caught my eye. Just wondering, is UW-Madison really hard to get in? What kind of stats or ECs would I need to have a sho …

2 years ago

Khan Academy SAT Prep: Does it work?

Hey everyone, I was wondering if anyone has any experience with the Khan Academy SAT prep? Does it actually help improve your scores? What are your thoughts on it?

2 years ago

Getting off waitlist before May 1?

Hey everyone, so I was recently waitlisted at my dream college and I was wondering if it's possible to get off the waitlist before May 1? What can I do to increase my chances? Thanks!

2 years ago

Best APs to self-study?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to self-study for some AP exams to boost my college applications. Which AP subjects would you guys say are the easiest or most manageable to self-study for? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

ASU ACT score requirements for admissions?

Hey fellow high school juniors! I'm interested in applying to Arizona State University and I've been trying to find information on the minimum ACT score requirements. Anyone here knows what's the magi …

2 years ago

Acceptance rate for Salve Regina University?

Hello, I'm interested in applying to Salve Regina University, but I can't find their acceptance rate. Could anyone please help me with this information, and perhaps provide some insights into the diff …

2 years ago

Cost breakdown for Purdue?

Hey guys, I've been looking into Purdue as a potential college option, but I'm having trouble figuring out the total cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, housing, etc. Could someone help me ge …

2 years ago

Opinions on which AP test is the most difficult?

Hey, I was wondering if anyone here could share their thoughts on which AP test is considered the hardest? I know that the difficulty might vary depending on personal strengths, but I'm just trying to …

2 years ago

What's the acceptance rate for University of Wisconsin?

Hey folks, I'm considering applying to the University of Wisconsin, and I was curious if anyone knew about their acceptance rate? What are my chances of getting in if I meet the average test scores an …

2 years ago

Finding a place to take the SAT?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out where I can take the SAT test. I feel confused about where to begin looking. Is there a platform that lists the available test centers near me? Thanks in advance …

2 years ago

What is considered a good ACT score for Ivy League schools?

Hey y'all, I'm aiming for Ivy League schools and I recently took the ACT. What score should I be aiming for to be competitive at these top schools? Is there a specific range I should be in? Thanks in …

2 years ago

What to wear to SAT?

Hey guys, I'm taking the SAT soon and I want to make sure I'm dressed comfortably. What do you suggest wearing to the exam? Any tips to avoid distractions caused by clothing?

2 years ago

List of Public Colleges and Universities in Florida

I'm trying to compile a list of public colleges and universities in Florida to consider for my college applications. Can anyone help me with this or point me in the right direction?

2 years ago

Diversity at Florida International University

Hi there! I've been considering Florida International University and wanted to learn more about the campus diversity - does anyone have any insights or experiences they could share?

2 years ago

What's the GPA range for UNC?

Hey guys, can anyone tell me the GPA range for getting into University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill)? I want to know what I should be aiming for to maximize my chances. Thanks!

2 years ago
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