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I'm trying to plan out my high school classes and want to strategically select electives to boost my college applications. Any recommendations on which electives are most beneficial or well-regarded b …

For AP Chem, if I get a 5 on the exam, what does that actually mean? Like, what percentage do I need to achieve a 5?

Hello! I'm really interested in applying to UC Davis, but I'm not sure if my GPA is competitive enough. Can anyone give me an idea of what a good GPA range is for this school or any tips on what I can …

Hi everyone! I'm interested in getting into medicine, but I'm not certain about the process. What steps should I take in high school and college to eventually earn a medical degree and become a doctor …

Hey guys, I'm just wondering what is considered a high weighted GPA when colleges are looking at your application? I know schools have different methods and scales, but just generally speaking, what r …

Hi! I want to improve my GPA before I start applying to colleges. Any tips on how to do that or good habits I should adopt? I'm open to any advice you guys can offer!

I'm an athlete looking to apply to D3 schools in Ohio, but I'm not exactly sure where to start. Can anyone give me a list or suggestions of Division 3 colleges in Ohio that have good academics and ath …

Hi! I am planning to apply to the College of Saint Rose. Has anyone gone through the admission process there? What kind of applicants are they looking for? Any tips for my application?

What's up, people! I wanna get the best score possible on the SAT. Can anyone share some tips or advice on how to ace the test? Much appreciated!

Hi everyone! I'm looking to start a club at my high school catered to college majors, helping to explore various fields. I'm wondering if anyone has ideas for a club like this or if you've seen any ma …

Hey guys! I'm trying to decide whether to take the SAT or ACT. Can anyone provide some insight on which one might be more beneficial to take for college applications?

Hey folks, can someone explain what ACT superscoring is and how it works? Also, what would you consider a 'good' superscore? Thanks so much in advance!

Hello! I'm planning on applying to Villanova, but I need to know their ACT score requirements. Can anyone provide some info on what scores are generally considered competitive for Villanova? Thanks in …

I want to have a strong foundation in science, so I'm thinking about taking AP Chemistry. What can I expect to learn in this class? How challenging is it in comparison to other AP science courses?

I took the SAT recently and I'm interested in applying to UCF, but before I get too invested, I want to know what the typical SAT range is for admitted students. Can anyone shed some light on this? Th …

Hey everyone! So I'm currently taking AP Bio and it's honestly been challenging. Do you have any tips on how to pass the exam and what resources work best for studying? Any advice would be appreciated …

Hey guys, I was wondering at what grade level Algebra 2 is typically taught? Is it common for sophomores or juniors to take this class?

Hi, I just took a few IB exams and I'm curious to know when the results usually come out. Can anyone give me an idea of when I can expect my scores? Thanks!

Hi there! Just curious, what does it mean to be a valedictorian at your high school? What kind of weight does it carry in the college admissions process? Is it essential for getting into top schools, …

Hey everyone! I'm considering taking the SAT in December of my junior year, but I'm worried that the scores might come in too late for college applications. Can someone please confirm if that is true? …