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Which colleges are best known for supporting and empowering women?

While researching colleges, I've been trying to find schools that are known for supporting and empowering women. I know there are women's colleges like Barnard and Wellesley, but are there any co-ed c …

2 years ago

National Merit Semifinalist Announcement

Hi everyone! So, I'm hoping to become a National Merit Semifinalist this year. Does anyone have any info on when the semifinalists are typically announced? I just want to mark my calendar and mentally …

2 years ago

Does WVU require the SAT?

Hey everyone, I'm currently looking into applying for colleges and wondering about West Virginia University's admissions requirements. Does WVU require the SAT? Are there any recent updates on their t …

2 years ago

ACT or SAT - What's the difference?

Hi everyone! I'm a little bit stressed about deciding whether to take the ACT or SAT. Can someone explain the main differences between these two tests, and maybe suggest which one might be better suit …

2 years ago

Choosing a college with decent reputation and atmosphere

As a junior, I'm starting to look into colleges, but I'm feeling overwhelmed. I'm not aiming for Ivy Leagues or anything, but I want a school with a good reputation and a positive atmosphere. Any sugg …

2 years ago

What class does APES stand for?

Hey y'all, I've seen people talking about APES on here, and I'm kinda confused. What class is APES? Is it a good choice for someone interested in environmental science?

2 years ago

Cornell Admission: What are the entrance requirements?

Hi everyone, I'm a junior in high school, and I'm really interested in applying to Cornell University. Does anyone know the entrance requirements for Cornell and what they look for in applicants?

2 years ago

What should I do to improve my chances of going to Harvard?

Hey everyone, Harvard is my dream school and I really want to know what I can do to increase my chances of getting in. Is there anything specific I should focus on, like GPA, extracurriculars, or cert …

2 years ago

AP Macro Review for Exam

Hey peeps, I'm starting to review for my AP Macroeconomics exam and I want to make sure I cover all the important topics. What are the best strategies you've heard of or used for effective review? Any …

2 years ago

Good ACT superscore?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out what a solid ACT superscore would be for applying to competitive colleges. Like, what range would give me a good shot? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Finding Division 1 basketball schools by state?

Yo, I'm a junior looking to play college basketball at a Division 1 school. I'd prefer to stay close to home. Does anyone know where I can find a list of Division 1 basketball schools sorted by state? …

2 years ago

Grand Valley Essay Requirement

Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to Grand Valley State University and I was curious if they require an essay for their application? If so, what are the essay prompts? Thanks!

2 years ago

TCNJ acceptance rates and average SAT scores?

I'm currently researching colleges and The College of New Jersey caught my eye. I was wondering if anyone knows about their acceptance rate and the average SAT scores of accepted students. Also, are t …

2 years ago

AP Calculus AB Test Length

Hey, fellow math geeks! I'm planning on taking the AP Calculus AB exam next year, and I was wondering how long the test is. Will I have enough time to complete all the sections or should I start pract …

2 years ago

Texas Woman's University GPA Requirements

Hey there! I'm considering applying to Texas Woman's University, but I'm not sure what their GPA requirements are. Does anyone have any info on their minimum, average, or recommended GPA for applicant …

2 years ago

Ideal study plan for SAT vocab?

Hi! I'm looking to prepare for the SAT vocabulary questions and I was wondering if anyone could suggest an ideal study plan or strategies that worked for you? Any recommendations would be greatly appr …

2 years ago

APHG Exam Length

Hey guys, I'm taking the AP Human Geography exam this year and I'm a little stressed about it. How long is the exam, and how much time will I have to answer the questions? I'd really appreciate any in …

2 years ago

Writing a Controversial Essay for College Applications

Hi! I'm working on my college application essays and I have a topic that I really want to write about, but it's a bit controversial. Do you think it's okay to write about a controversial issue for a c …

2 years ago

SAT Requirements for San Diego State University

Hey, can someone let me know if San Diego State University requires the SAT for admission? I want to make sure I've got everything in order before submitting my application.

2 years ago

UF acceptance chances calculator?

Hey guys, I'm a high school junior thinking about applying to the University of Florida (UF), and I'd like to have a general idea of my chances of being accepted. Are there any reliable calculators or …

2 years ago
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