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Perfect ACT scores vs SAT scores

Hey all, does anyone know how many perfect ACT scores there are compared to perfect SAT scores? I'm just curious about how frequently students achieve these top scores.

2 years ago

Wilkes-Barre, PA college options?

Hey everyone, currently trying to explore college options and noticed there are a couple of schools in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Can anyone share their experience with colleges in this area? What are the pros …

2 years ago

How much do colleges care about freshman grades?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and a little bit stressed about my GPA. My freshman year wasn't the best, but I've improved a lot since then. How much do colleges care about my freshman year grades in the …

2 years ago

Boosting ACT Scores?

Hello everyone, kinda stressed out here. I want to improve my ACT score and I'm not sure where to start. I've heard people getting better scores in just a few weeks. Do you guys have any tips, resourc …

2 years ago

Top Universities in Maryland?

Hi everyone! I'm starting my college search, and I'd really appreciate some input on the top universities in Maryland. Can anybody share a few suggestions for schools with strong academics and great r …

2 years ago

Need assistance with Harvard application

I'm feeling a little overwhelmed while trying to fill out my Harvard application. Any helpful tips or pointers? I don't want to miss anything important because of my stress. Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Northeastern University's testing policy?

Hi all! I've been doing some research on Northeastern University and I'm really interested. Anybody knows about their current testing policy—SAT, ACT requirements? Thanks!

2 years ago

Documenting community service?

Hey guys! I'm wondering how to write a community service report for my college applications. Do you have any tips on what to include or how to make it stand out?

2 years ago

NJ public colleges: What are some of the best options?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school looking into applying to some public colleges in New Jersey. I'd love to get your opinions on some of the best options in the state. Which colleges would you …

2 years ago

University of Lynchburg's acceptance rate?

Hey y'all! I've been looking into the University of Lynchburg and their programs, but I'm struggling to find accurate information on their acceptance rate. Does anyone know the current acceptance rate …

2 years ago

Is Syracuse part of the SUNY system?

Hey guys, I'm confused if Syracuse University is part of the SUNY system or if it's a private university. Can someone clarify this for me? Thanks!

2 years ago

UCSD in-state tuition?

Hey guys! Can someone help me find the current in-state tuition for UC San Diego? I'm considering applying there and just want to know if it's affordable for me. Thanks!

2 years ago

Tuition at Auburn University?

What's up, guys? I'm interested in possibly attending Auburn University, but I want to get an idea of the costs involved. Can someone fill me in on the current tuition fees and any additional expenses …

2 years ago

Is getting a 5/10 on a project going to hurt my chances at top colleges?

Hey there! So, I kinda messed up and got a 5/10 on a recent project. I'm worried it'll lower my overall GPA and have an impact on my college admissions. Is this something I should be stressing over, o …

2 years ago

Help with Princeton, NJ colleges

Hey, I'm looking into colleges in Princeton, NJ. Can someone provide some information on colleges here, including programs, student life, and overall reputation? I want to have a good understanding of …

2 years ago

Recommendation Letters for College Apps

How's it going? I've been thinking about recommendation letters for my college applications. Can someone explain how the recommendation letter process works? Who should I ask for a recommendation, and …

2 years ago

Common App Recommenders: How many?

Hi! I'm starting to work on my college applications and I'm using the Common App. How many recommenders are usually required or recommended for the Common App?

2 years ago

Cost of attendance at Colby College?

Hey guys, I'm looking into Colby College and trying to figure out my financial situation. Can someone give me an idea of what the total cost of attendance is, including tuition, fees, room and board? …

2 years ago

Converting a 65 into a GPA?

Hey everyone, I got a 65 in one of my classes, and I'm trying to understand how this translates to my GPA. Can anyone explain how to do this conversion? Thanks!

2 years ago

Converting a 2.9 GPA to a percentage

I recently found out that my GPA is a 2.9, and I was wondering what this would be in percentage terms. Can anyone help me convert my GPA to a percentage?

2 years ago
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