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IB Exam Meaning and Importance

I'm pretty new to the whole IB system, and I was wondering what exactly do the IB exams mean for college applications? How important are the scores when applying to colleges in the U.S.?

2 years ago

Jesuit colleges in the US

I'm interested in applying to Jesuit colleges for their rich history and strong academic tradition. Can anyone provide a list of some of the oldest Jesuit colleges in the US? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Scoring a 36 on ACT English

Hi everyone, I'm aiming for a 36 on ACT English and was wondering if there are any strategies or resources that can help me achieve that score. If anyone has gotten a 36 before, your tips would be sup …

2 years ago

Is a 20 on the ACT considered good?

Hey, everyone! Took the ACTs recently and received a 20. Is this a good score, and how do colleges view it?

2 years ago

What's the acceptance rate for the University of Rhode Island?

Hi everyone! I've been researching colleges, and the University of Rhode Island seems like a nice fit for me. I was just wondering, does anyone know their acceptance rate? And any tips on making a str …

2 years ago

George Mason University NYLF Medicine Program

Hey y'all! Has anyone attended the National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF) Medicine program at George Mason University? I just got invited and I'd like to get a sense of what it's like before committin …

2 years ago

GPA needed for Fayetteville State University?

Hey! I have been researching Fayetteville State University as a potential college option, but I'm curious what the average GPA is for admitted students. Anybody have any clue about their GPA requireme …

2 years ago

How many AP classes are typical for Ivy League applicants?

I really want to apply to Ivy League schools, and I've heard that they expect a rigorous course load. Can anyone give me an idea of how many AP classes are typical for Ivy League applicants? Just tryi …

2 years ago

Is the ACT on paper or computer for 2024?

I plan on taking the ACT in 2024, and I heard they were making some changes in the testing format. Does anyone know if it will be administered on paper or computer by then?

2 years ago

Admission waiting list - what are my chances?

Hey everyone, I recently found out I've been placed on the waiting list at one of my top choice colleges. What are the chances of getting off the waitlist, and is there anything I can do to increase m …

2 years ago

NAU Application Process and Requirements

I'm interested in applying to Northern Arizona University. Can someone please help me understand the application process and the requirements for admission? Thanks!

2 years ago

Average College Essay Length

Hello everyone! I'm starting to work on my college essays, and I'm curious about the average length of a college essay. How long should it be? I want to make sure I'm hitting the sweet spot between be …

2 years ago

Harvey Mudd average SAT scores?

I'm considering applying to Harvey Mudd College and want to know what the average SAT score is for admitted students. Will my 1420 be competitive enough? Any insights would be appreciated!

2 years ago

BU ACT Scores

Hey guys, I'm starting to work on my applications and I'm considering Boston University (BU). What is the average ACT score for admitted students, and what is a competitive score range for BU?

2 years ago

Fashion Institute of Technology SAT requirements?

Hey everyone! I'm really interested in applying to the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) next year. Does anyone know what the average SAT score is for admitted students? Are SAT scores a significa …

2 years ago

How do I submit FAFSA for Kent State?

Hey there! So I'm planning on applying to Kent State, and I know that I need to submit my FAFSA. Can anyone walk me through the process of listing Kent State as one of my schools on the FAFSA? Also, w …

2 years ago

Can I still earn a 5 on my AP exams if everything isn't perfect?

I'm taking a few AP classes next year and I was wondering if it's still possible to get a 5 on the exams even if I don't ace every question? What's the max AP score you can get and how is the scoring …

2 years ago

John Jay College of Criminal Justice GPA requirements

Hey everyone, I've been looking into the John Jay College of Criminal Justice lately. Does anyone happen to know the average GPA they require for admission? Is it competitive? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Oneonta GPA Requirements?

Hey there! I'm thinking about applying to SUNY Oneonta, and I want to know what the GPA requirements are. Does anyone have any information on this? Also, do they look at weighted or unweighted GPAs? T …

2 years ago

Finding ACT Scores Online

Hey everyone, I wanted to check my ACT scores, but I'm not sure how to do it online. Can someone guide me on how to look up my ACT scores? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago
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