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Hey everyone! I'm just wondering about the general GPA requirements for college admissions. I know it varies from school to school, but how important is GPA when compared to extracurriculars, essays, …

ACT tests can be pretty daunting, especially those really hard questions that seem impossible to solve. Anybody got some tips or tricks on how to tackle them effectively?

Hello everyone, I'm considering applying to Princeton, but I'm curious about the racial demographics on campus. Can someone help me get a better idea of the student body's diversity? Thanks!

Hey guys, I'm considering taking the ACT instead of the SAT. Could y'all help me understand what the ACT test covers? Are there specific subjects I should be focusing on when studying for it?

I'm taking IB Biology and it feels like there's a lot to cover. Which topics should I focus on for the exams, and do you guys have any tips for studying effectively and mastering the content?

Hey everyone, I'm considering applying for the Hispanic Scholarship Fund next year. I'm just wondering if any current HSF scholars can tell me about the benefits they've experienced from being a part …

I'm an IB student and just starting to work on my extended essay. Honestly, I'm kind of overwhelmed! Do you have any advice on picking a topic or organizing my thoughts?

I'm taking AP Human Geography and need help on writing FRQs for the exam. Do you guys have any tips or resources on how to tackle these questions effectively?

Hi there! I'm really interested in applying to Husson University, but I can't find much info about their GPA requirements. Can anyone shine some light on this for me? What's the average GPA of accepte …

I've heard a lot about the SAT, but recently I came across something called the ACT. Can someone help me understand what the ACT is, how it's different from the SAT and if I should consider taking it?

Hey folks! I've been checking out Indiana Wesleyan University, but I haven't found the most recent tuition costs yet. Can anyone here help me out with the current rates? Thanks in advance!

Hey guys, I've been hearing a lot about JMU recently and I'm curious. Where exactly is James Madison University located?

I'm considering applying to the US Merchant Marine Academy, but I can't find a clear answer on how much it costs to attend. Can anyone give me an idea of the price (tuition, room and board, fees, etc. …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior looking at the University of Miami for college. What kind of GPA should I aim to have to be competitive in their admissions? Also, are they more focused on weighted or unwei …

I've been wondering about the typical order in which math courses are taken throughout high school. Is there a common sequence that most students follow, or is it more flexible? Any input would be app …

Hey there! I've been looking into Stony Brook University, and I'd really like to apply. I'm from out-of-state though, so I imagine tuition is higher. Can anybody provide info on the tuition for out-of …

Hi everyone, I'm looking into applying to Boston University and I'm trying to find out the average ACT scores for admitted students. Can anyone fill me in? Thanks in advance!

I'm considering doing the AP Capstone program at my school. What's the process like for earning the AP Capstone diploma, and what are the benefits of having it during the college application process?

Hey everybody, I'm a junior planning to apply to colleges soon and I was looking into the University of Pittsburgh. I'm trying to get an idea of the overall cost, but I'm having difficulty finding inf …

Hey guys, I'm aiming for MIT and wanted to know how they calculate GPAs, especially since my high school doesn't use a 4.0 scale. Do they recalculate your GPA or use some sort of conversion system? Th …