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Is an SAT score of 1170 good for college admissions?

I just got my SAT scores back and got a 1170. I'm kind of stressed out right now. Is this a solid score for some decent colleges, and should I aim higher? How important is my SAT score in the whole ad …

2 years ago

Best UCs for Engineering?

Hey! I'm considering applying to the University of California system for engineering. Can anyone provide some insight into the top UCs for an engineering major? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Premed Programs

Can someone explain what a pre-med program is? How does a pre-med program in college help one prepare for medical school? Are there specific courses or clubs to join?

2 years ago

Largest Division 2 schools?

Does anyone know which are the biggest Division 2 schools in terms of student population? I'm interested in attending a D2 school, but I'm also looking for a larger student community. Any suggestions …

2 years ago

Harvard Admission Chances?

Hey everyone! I'm just curious, how hard is it really to get into Harvard? I know it's super competitive, but can someone explain the factors that might increase your chances of getting in?

2 years ago

PSAT for us 11th graders

Hey guys, I'm an 11th grader next year and was wondering if it's worth it for me to take the PSAT? Do colleges look at PSAT scores or should I just focus on my SAT?

2 years ago

Upcoming Senior Scholarships?

Hey everyone! I'm going to be a senior next year, and I was wondering if there are any scholarships specifically for upcoming seniors. Any advice on where to find them would be great. Thanks!

2 years ago

What does a GPA of 3.7 mean?

Hey, so I was checking my GPA recently and saw that it's a 3.7. Can someone help me understand what this means in terms of my academic performance and how competitive I might be for college admissions …

2 years ago

Minimum ACT score for college admission?

Hi everyone, I'm trying to understand what kind of ACT score I should be aiming for when applying to colleges. What's usually the minimum required or recommended ACT score for most colleges? Thanks in …

2 years ago

Lafayette College GPA

Hey there! I wanted to know more about the typical GPA range for Lafayette College applicants. If any of you could provide me with some info on the average GPA of accepted students, that would be amaz …

2 years ago

Oakland University's GPA Requirements?

Hey everyone! As a junior thinking ahead to the application process, I'm curious about Oakland University's GPA requirements. Can anyone tell me the minimum or average GPA for incoming students at Oak …

2 years ago

Ohio State SAT average?

Hello, fellow applicants! I'm considering applying to Ohio State University and was wondering if anyone knows the average SAT score for admitted students. It'd be super helpful to know where I stand b …

2 years ago

What's on the PSAT?

Hello! I'm planning to take the PSAT next year, and I'm curious about the content covered on the test. Can someone give me a brief overview of the topics or subjects that are included?

2 years ago

LSU ACT requirements?

Hey guys, I'm starting to think about applying to Louisiana State University (LSU) and I was wondering what their ACT requirement is? Do they have a specific minimum score for applicants? A little str …

2 years ago

How does a weighted 4.5 GPA compare to others?

Hello! I currently have a 4.5 cumulative weighted GPA, and I was wondering if this is considered a good GPA when applying to competitive colleges. Will it help me stand out or is it pretty average?

2 years ago

SAT score of 1160 - what are my options?

Hey, everyone. So, I took the SAT and got a score of 1160. Can anyone help me understand how this might impact my college admissions? Which types of colleges should I be aiming for and considering as …

2 years ago

What does it take to get accepted into Columbia University?

Hey guys, I'm a junior aiming for Columbia University. Does anyone have any tips or advice regarding what they're looking for in applicants? Also, what are some key factors that make an application st …

2 years ago

Current ACT Prices?

Hey guys, I'm a bit out of the loop and can't find the updated info, but what are the current ACT prices for registration and additional score reports? I'm planning to take the test soon and want to b …

2 years ago

Which are the most affordable colleges in America?

I'm currently a high school junior, and I'm starting to look at colleges. Money is definitely a concern for my family, so I want to find some affordable options. Can anyone recommend the most affordab …

2 years ago

Purdue University ACT score requirements?

Hey guys, I'm starting to prepare for the ACT and I'm aiming for Purdue University. What's the typical ACT score range that they're looking for? I want to make sure I'm on track to meet their requirem …

2 years ago
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