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Getting into Howard University - How challenging?

Hey there! I am considering applying to Howard University and I'd like to know how tough is it to get in? What sort of stats and extracurriculars do successful applicants usually have? Any advice on t …

2 years ago

What does GPA mean in education?

Hey guys, I often hear the term 'GPA' being thrown around a lot. Can anyone clarify what GPA means in the context of education? Is it super important when it comes to college applications? Thanks in a …

2 years ago

Georgia College and State University Acceptance Rate

Hello! I'm exploring my college options, and Georgia College and State University caught my eye. Does anyone know the acceptance rate for this school? It would really help me gauge my chances of getti …

2 years ago

A's in GPA calculations

Hey all, I'm trying to calculate my GPA, but I'm a bit confused. How much is an A worth in terms of GPA? Is it a 4.0 or something different? Any help would be appreciated.

2 years ago

Best Interior Design Schools in the US?

Hey everyone! I'm starting my college search and I'm really passionate about interior design. Can anyone suggest some top interior design schools in the US? Thanks!

2 years ago

SAT vs ACT differences

Hey, I'm trying to decide between taking the SAT or ACT, and I'm not sure which one's better for me. What are the main differences between the two tests in terms of format, subjects, and scoring? Than …

2 years ago

Interpreting SAT score percentiles?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and recently got back my SAT scores. I'm a little bit confused about what the percentiles mean. Can someone help explain the significance of my score's percentile in the col …

2 years ago

ACT late registration fee—how much?

Y'all, I might've missed my chance to register for the ACT on time. How much is the late fee, if there is one?

2 years ago

How to tackle probability questions on the ACT?

Hi everyone! I've been struggling with probability questions on the ACT. Can anyone recommend some resources or methods that could help me better understand and solve these types of questions?

2 years ago

University of Chicago test-optional policy

Hello all! I was looking at applying to UChicago, and I was curious if they have a test-optional policy for SAT/ACT scores. Has anyone applied recently and can shed some light on their policy?

2 years ago

How to unweight a GPA?

Hey guys! I'm trying to figure out how to unweight my GPA for some of my college applications. Could someone please explain the process and what I need to consider? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

How Can I Get Into Top Schools?

I'm currently a junior and I want to shoot for getting into top-ranked colleges. What are the most important factors that admissions officers look for? Can anyone provide tips on what I should focus o …

2 years ago

Difficulty of Economics?

Hey all! I'm curious about studying economics in college. Has anyone taken economics courses before, and do you think they're particularly difficult compared to other subjects?

2 years ago

Hope International University acceptance rate?

Hi everyone! I've been thinking about applying to Hope International University, but I want to have an idea of their acceptance rate. Does anyone here have any information on that?

2 years ago

Challenging Math Problems for High Schoolers?

Hello everyone, I'm looking to find some challenging math problems that would be suitable for high school students to solve. I'm part of a math club at school, and we'd like to up the ante a bit durin …

2 years ago

How many hours should I allot for taking the SAT?

Hey guys, I'm taking the SAT in a few months and I'm a little stressed about it. How many hours does the test usually take, including breaks and stuff? I want to plan my day accordingly. Thanks in adv …

2 years ago

Effective note-taking for AP World History?

Hi all! I've recently started taking AP World History and I'm struggling with note-taking. It's a lot of information to process, and I don't want to miss anything important. Any suggestions for note-t …

2 years ago

Understanding Federal Pell Grant Rules

Hey there! I've been trying to figure out the rules for Federal Pell Grants to finance my college education. Can someone provide me with information on eligibility requirements and how the grant amoun …

2 years ago

Is a 2.2 GPA considered bad?

Hey everyone, just wanted to know if having a 2.2 GPA is considered bad for college admissions? I'm concerned that my GPA might not be high enough for the colleges I want to apply to. What do you guys …

2 years ago

ACT Geometry Questions

Hey everyone! I've been studying for the ACT and I'm finding the geometry questions to be pretty tough. Does anyone have any tips or resources to help me improve in this area? Thanks!

2 years ago
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