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Navigating the ACT Timings

Hey, I just wanted to double-check something about the ACT—could someone please help me with the exact timings for each section (English, Math, Reading, and Science)? Also, are there any breaks in bet …

2 years ago

Duke admissions statistics?

Hi all! I'm really interested in applying to Duke University, and I want to get a better understanding of their admissions. Does anyone know where I can find the most recent Duke admissions stats? Wha …

2 years ago

Can someone explain Affirmative Action and its implications for college admissions?

Hey guys, I've heard the term 'Affirmative Action' thrown around quite a bit, but I'm still not sure what it's all about. Can someone provide a brief explanation and how it might affect the college ad …

2 years ago

Cost of sending ACT scores?

Hey there! I was just looking into sending my ACT scores to colleges. Does anyone know how much it costs to send them? Are there any fee waivers available for that? Thanks!

2 years ago

Need advice on raising my SAT Reading score!

Hey guys! I'm a high school junior looking to improve my SAT Reading score. I've noticed that sometimes I get confused by the passages, and thus end up selecting the wrong answer choices. Are there an …

2 years ago

Any Tips for AP Environmental Science FRQs?

Hey, I'm currently taking AP Environmental Science and I'm kinda stressed about the free response questions (FRQs) on the exam. Does anyone have any tips or resources for practicing and preparing for …

2 years ago

What's a good ACT score for Rice University?

Hi all! I'm a junior interested in applying to Rice University. I know it's a pretty competitive school, so I'm wondering what a good ACT score for Rice would be? Also, is there a preference between t …

2 years ago

Tackling AP Stat Multiple Choice Questions

So, I'm getting ready for the AP Stat exam and I'm a bit stressed about the multiple-choice section. Does anyone have any strategies or techniques for answering these questions effectively? I feel lik …

2 years ago

TCNJ Acceptance Rates?

Hey, I'm considering applying to The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) and I'm curious about their acceptance rates. Does anyone know the overall acceptance rate or acceptance rates for specific programs a …

2 years ago

What's a good ACT Math score range?

Hey guys, as I'm starting my ACT prep, I just want to know what's considered a typical score range for the Math section. Based on that, I want to set a realistic target for myself. Any insights would …

2 years ago

Is there an AP Culinary course?

Hi, I'm really passionate about cooking and I was wondering if the College Board offers an AP Culinary course like they do for other subjects. Thoughts?

2 years ago

CU Boulder SAT range?

Hey everyone, I'm interested in applying to CU Boulder. Can someone please tell me the average SAT range of admitted students? Is it pretty competitive or more on the lenient side? Thanks!

2 years ago

AP Stats Exam: Timing & Pacing Tips?

Hello everyone! I'll be taking the AP Statistics exam soon, and I'm a bit worried about timing. How much time is allocated for each section of the test, and what are some effective strategies for paci …

2 years ago

93.5 GPA - How does this look for college admissions?

Hi all! My current GPA is 93.5, and I'm not sure where that lands me in terms of college admissions. Can anyone offer insights on how competitive this will seem to admissions officers or suggest areas …

2 years ago

Is ACT Math harder than SAT Math?

Hey everyone, I've been preparing for both the ACT and SAT lately, but I'm a little unsure about the difficulty of the math sections. Would you say that the ACT Math is harder than the SAT Math, or is …

2 years ago

Columbia University SAT code

Hey there! I'm applying to Columbia and I need their SAT code to send my scores. Can anyone help me out with this? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Do all colleges take superscores?

Hello! I was wondering if all colleges accept superscores from the ACT or SAT tests? I've improved on different sections across multiple test dates, so I'm hoping to boost my chances of getting into s …

2 years ago

AP Calc Test Duration

Hey, folks! I'm taking the AP Calculus exam next year, and I was just wondering how long the actual test is. I want to make sure I have enough time to prepare and establish a good test-taking strategy …

2 years ago

UT Austin SAT score standards?

Hey y'all! I'm looking into applying to UT Austin and I'm curious about what SAT scores they typically look for. I understand that test scores are just one part of the application, but I want to make …

2 years ago

Help with AP Calc AB Free Response Questions

Hey guys! I'm currently preparing for the AP Calc AB exam, and I'm finding the free response questions a little challenging. Do you have any tips or strategies for tackling these questions and ensurin …

2 years ago
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