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Hey guys! I'm starting to plan for taking the SAT, but I'm not sure about the costs involved. Do we have to pay to take the SAT, or is it free?

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Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior, and I'm trying to decide whether to take AP Language and Composition or AP Literature and Composition next year. What are the main differences between the two, an …

Hey guys! I'm in the running for valedictorian at my school, and I'm wondering if there's any truth to the rumor that valedictorians automatically get full-ride scholarships. Can anyone confirm or deb …

I'm getting ready to take the AP Environmental Science exam and I really need some quality practice multiple choice questions. What are some good resources or websites to find reliable APES practice m …

I've heard that taking practice tests is a good way to study for the AP English Literature exam. Does anyone have any tips on where to find reliable practice tests or what to focus on when studying? A …

Hey everyone! As I'm preparing for the APUSH exam, I was wondering about the weighting of different units. Which units are the most important in terms of what's on the exam? Would love any advice or s …

Hello everyone, how do I get my official high school transcript? Do I ask my guidance counselor or is there an online way to request it? I need it for my college applications. Thanks for the help!

Hey everyone, I've been wondering if there's an age limit for taking the SAT, like do you have to be a high school student or can anyone take it? And if there's no age limit, would it be smart for a y …

Hello! I'm passionate about pursuing a career in art and I'm currently looking into art schools. Can anybody recommend some well-known art schools in the US and maybe share your experiences if you've …

I've been considering Caltech for college, but I'm not sure about the fees involved. Does anyone have an idea of how much I can expect to pay for tuition, housing, and other fees? Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone! I've been reading a lot about the SAT and ACT, but I'm still a bit confused about the main differences between them. Can anyone explain the key distinctions and factors I should consider …

Hi, I'm currently trying to improve my ACT score before I apply to college next year. I've been studying, but my score isn't increasing as much as I'd like. Does anyone have any advice, study tips, or …

I'm considering going to a big state school for college, but I'm not sure if it's the right fit for me. Can anyone share their thoughts on the pros and cons of attending a large state university? Than …

So I'm going to be taking the AP Lang and Comp exam next year, but I'm a little confused about the format. What does the exam entail and how can I prepare for each section? Any insight or advice would …

Hello! I'll be participating in the AMC 10 soon, and I could use some guidance - what's the best way to prepare? Are there any specific resources that are particularly helpful? Any advice is welcome, …

Hello all! I'm starting to research colleges and I've been looking into smaller schools like D3 colleges. I'm from Indiana and I'd like to stay in-state. Can anyone recommend some good D3 colleges her …

Hi everyone! I'm considering applying to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) and I'm curious about just how competitive their admissions process is. Can anyone share their experience …

Hi, I'm a junior now, and as I've been going through the college application process, I've been wondering how much my freshman year grades matter. I know I've grown a lot since then, but do colleges t …

Hi, I'm currently prepping for the AP Calc BC exam and wanted to know how much time we're given for the test. Also, how does the timing work if there's a calculator-allowed and a calculator-not-allowe …