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What's the early action deadline and how does it work?

I'm getting ready to apply to college and I've come across this thing called the 'early action deadline.' Can someone explain what early action is and how it differs from regular decision? Are there a …

2 years ago

What does an ACT score of 24 convert to in SAT?

Hey guys! I took the ACT and scored a 24. I was wondering what this would mean in terms of an SAT score. Is there a reliable conversion chart or calculator I can use to find out how I might score on t …

2 years ago

What factors play into getting into the Air Force Academy?

Hello! I'm really interested in the Air Force Academy, but I'm not sure what my strategy should be when applying. Besides good GPA and ACT scores, what do they usually look for in a candidate? Are the …

2 years ago

SAT scores for Texas A&M

Howdy! I'm applying to Texas A&M and I'm wondering what the average SAT score is for accepted students. Does anyone have any info on this? Any input is much appreciated, thanks!

2 years ago

UConn Admission with a 3.5 GPA?

Hey everyone, I'm planning on applying to UConn with a 3.5 GPA and was wondering if this is a decent shot at getting in? What other stats or extracurriculars might help my application? Any feedback or …

2 years ago

State by state ACT scores: how do they compare?

Hello! I'm researching average ACT scores across the US, especially for the class of 2023. Does anyone know of a source that breaks down the averages by state? Thanks for any help!

2 years ago

Art Portfolio Scholarships?

Hello! I'm currently working on my portfolio for college applications and I've heard that there are scholarships available for students with strong art portfolios. Does anyone have any recommendations …

2 years ago

AP Computer Science Principles: What's in the course?

Hey! I've been thinking about taking AP Computer Science Principles next year, but I'm not sure what I'll be learning in the class. Can someone share their experiences or give a brief overview of what …

2 years ago

Columbia Average GPA by Major

Hey guys! Does anyone have info on the average GPA for different majors at Columbia? I understand it must vary by department, but would love some insight. Thanks!

2 years ago

What's a good ACT score for top colleges?

As a junior, I'm starting to stress about college admissions. I just got my ACT results, and I want to know what's considered a good ACT score, specifically for Ivy League schools. Any advice would be …

2 years ago

Best resources for SAT test prep vocabulary?

Hi all! I've heard that having a strong vocabulary is useful for the SAT, especially for the reading section. Can anybody recommend any resources (websites, apps, books) to help me improve my vocabula …

2 years ago

AP World History Modern MCQ Practice

Hey guys! I've got the AP World History Modern exam coming up, and I was wondering if any of you know of a good resource for practice multiple-choice questions. I've been going through the textbook, b …

2 years ago

Looking for ACT Tips to Boost My Score

I'm currently studying for the ACT and looking for ways to improve my score. I've been doing some practice tests, but I feel like I need some more guidance. Can anyone share tips or strategies that he …

2 years ago

Looking for argumentative articles to practice analysis

Hey there, I'm taking an English course this semester and we're being asked to analyze argumentative articles. I'm looking for some additional practice materials to sharpen my analysis skills. Can any …

2 years ago

Applying to Spelman College: What should I focus on?

Hey everyone, as a junior I've been looking into HBCUs and found that Spelman College might be a great fit for me. Any advice on what aspects of my application I should focus on, like extracurriculars …

2 years ago

AB and BC Calculus differences

I'm currently deciding between taking Calculus AB and BC for senior year, but I'm a little confused about the difference between the two. Can anyone clarify the main differences in terms of content an …

2 years ago

Need help with ACT English practice questions?

Hey! I'm looking for some resources to help me improve my ACT English score. Does anyone have any recommendations for where I can find some good practice questions?

2 years ago

Is it worthwhile to take the PSAT in 8th grade?

Hey there! I'm in 8th grade, and I've heard about the PSAT. Is it worth taking it this early or should I wait until high school? Any advice is appreciated!

2 years ago

ACT score distribution - is it a good indicator?

Hey everyone! I've been looking into the distribution of ACT scores to gauge how well I'm doing compared to others. How much importance do colleges place on the score distribution? Is aiming for the t …

2 years ago

Defining AP classes

I see many people on this subreddit talk about AP classes, but what exactly are they? Can someone give me a clear definition and explain how they're different from regular high school classes?

2 years ago
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