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Does MIT superscore the SAT?

Hey friends, so I've taken the SAT a couple times, and I think my performance in individual sections was better in different attempts. I heard some schools superscore the SAT - does MIT do that too? T …

2 years ago

Understanding Recommendation Letters

Hi everyone! I'm kinda new to the whole college application process. How do recommendation letters work, and who should I ask to write them?

2 years ago

Is a 1430 SAT score impressive?

Hey, I just got my SAT score and it's a 1430. I wanted to know if this is a competitive score for college admissions or if I need to try for a higher score. All feedback is appreciated!

2 years ago

What does it mean to defer your college application?

Hey guys! I've heard the term 'defer application' a few times on this subreddit, but I'm not entirely sure what it means. Can anyone provide some clarification? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Boosting SAT reading score by 200 points

I'm a little bit stressed because I need to improve my SAT reading score by 200 points, and I feel lost. Can you guys share some advice, tips, or resources you used to make significant improvements? A …

2 years ago

List of top party colleges?

Hey everyone, I've been hearing a lot about the social scene at different universities and I'm curious. Can anyone share a list of the top party colleges in the US? I'm not necessarily looking to atte …

2 years ago

Gates Scholarship Essay: What are they looking for?

I'm applying for the Gates Scholarship and am currently working on the essay portion. What are some key points or aspects that I should focus on in my essay to give myself the best chance of being awa …

2 years ago

Is a 2.83 GPA decent?

I need some advice – I've got a 2.83 GPA right now, as a junior. Is this a decent GPA, and will it make it harder for me to get into a good college?

2 years ago

AP Gov Test Prep Strategies?

Hey everyone, I need some guidance on how to study for the AP Gov test. What strategies and resources have you guys used to prepare for it? I'd love to hear your suggestions!

2 years ago

Improving Reading and Comprehension Skills

I've been struggling with reading comprehension on standardized tests. Does anyone have any advice on how to boost my skills before taking the SAT or ACT? Any resources or techniques that have helped …

2 years ago

Admission Requirements for University of Tennessee

Hey everyone! I'm looking into applying to the University of Tennessee and was wondering what their admission requirements are. Does anyone have any info on GPA, test scores, and any other important f …

2 years ago

What are the most popular AP exams taken by high school students?

Hey guys! I'm curious about which AP exams are the most popular among high school students. Does anyone have any information on this? It would be interesting to know. Thanks!

2 years ago

Is a 21 on the ACT a bad score?

I got my ACT scores back, and I scored a 21. I'm stressing out! Is this a bad score, and will it jeopardize my chances of getting into a good college?

2 years ago

Path to Med School: Advice for High School Juniors?

Hey y'all, I'm currently a junior in high school and planning to become a doctor. I'd love some advice on the best path to med school during my undergraduate years - like which majors, extracurricular …

2 years ago

Running for freshman class president - tips?

Hey guys, so I'm thinking about running for freshman class president next year. I'd really like to make a positive impact on my school and get more involved. Anyone who's run for or held a class offic …

2 years ago

MIT acceptance tips

MIT has always been my dream school, and I really want to improve my chances of getting accepted. Can anyone share any tips or their experiences on what made them stand out and get accepted into MIT? …

2 years ago

Has anyone gotten a perfect score on the SAT?

Just out of curiosity, has anyone here ever gotten a perfect SAT score? If so, what do you think helped you achieve it? I'm starting my prep and looking for some inspiration!

2 years ago

SAT Reading Section - How to Prepare?

Hi all, I'm worried about the SAT Reading section and want to make sure I'm prepared. Do you guys have any tips for approaching this section specifically? What resources should I use to practice and i …

2 years ago

Sample argumentative letters?

Hey guys, for my English class, we have an assignment to write an argumentative letter. I'm struggling to find the right tone and structure. Anybody know of any good examples I could use as a referenc …

2 years ago

What's considered a good ACT Math score?

Hey everyone! So, I'm prepping for my ACT and I've been particularly focusing on the Math section. Just wondering, what would be considered a good ACT Math score? I wanna know if I'm on the right trac …

2 years ago
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