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Is a 1240 SAT score competitive for college admissions?

Hey guys, I recently got my SAT results, and I scored a 1240. I'm curious if this is a competitive score for getting into decent colleges? What are your thoughts and experiences with this score range? …

2 years ago

SAT score of 850—What are my options?

Hi guys, I got an 850 on my SAT, and I know it's not the best. Do I still have college options out there, or should I definitely plan to retake the test? I'm open to any advice, thank you!

2 years ago

ACT Score Distribution Graph?

Does anyone know where I can find a graph or chart that shows the distribution of ACT scores? I want to get a better understanding of how my score compares to other test-takers nationally. Thanks in a …

2 years ago

Interior design colleges in the US?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I'm super passionate about interior design. I want to pursue it as a major in college. Can anyone recommend some good interior design colleges in the US? Thanks!

2 years ago

Exploring Community Service Options

Hey there, I'm currently a junior and I'm looking to get more involved in community service activities. What are some different forms of community service that you guys have participated in and enjoye …

2 years ago

What's the entrance process at Princeton?

Hey everybody! I was wondering what the entrance process is like at Princeton University. What types of admission options do they have (e.g., Early Action, Early Decision, Regular Decision)? Any insig …

2 years ago

Division 2 colleges in West Virginia?

Hi there! So I'm pretty set on going to a Division 2 college in West Virginia, but I'm not sure which ones would be the best for me academically and athletically. Any suggestions on which ones to look …

2 years ago

AP Environmental Science FRQ Practice

I'm currently preparing for the AP Environmental Science (APES) exam, and I want to get some practice on the FRQs. Can anybody recommend some resources or specific practice questions I should focus on …

2 years ago

How is Stanford Online High School ranked?

I'm considering attending Stanford OHS, does anyone know how it ranks compared to other online high schools? Are there any notable alumni or stats about students getting accepted into top colleges?

2 years ago

How to Interpret AP Test Pass Rates?

Hey there! I'm curious about how difficult various AP tests are, and I've heard that pass rates can be a good indicator. Can anyone shed some light on how to interpret AP test pass rates? What should …

2 years ago

When do you start studying for the APUSH AP exam?

Hey y'all! So, I'm taking APUSH this year and I just realized the exam is coming up in a few months. I'm pretty nervous about it. When do you guys usually start studying for the APUSH exam? What resou …

2 years ago

Can anyone take the ACT?

Hey, I was wondering if anyone can sign up for the ACT, or if there are any restrictions? I know some standardized tests have age or grade requirements, so I wanted to make sure.

2 years ago

SAT as a Graduation Requirement?

I was talking with my friend, and she mentioned that the SAT might be a graduation requirement at her school. Is that a thing? Does anyone else have the SAT as a requirement to graduate high school?

2 years ago

How to prepare for the Calc BC free response questions?

I've been doing pretty well on the multiple-choice portion of my Calc BC practice exams, but I've been struggling with the free response questions! Anyone else experienced this? What did you do to imp …

2 years ago

Prep resources for CMU?

I have my eyes set on Carnegie Mellon University and I want to make sure I'm well-prepared. Are there any specific prepscholar resources or other websites that can help me put my best foot forward whe …

2 years ago

Columbia Superscoring the ACT?

Hey everyone! I'm confused about whether Columbia University superscores the ACT for admission. Can someone clear this up for me? I'd like to know while I'm preparing for test day. Thanks!

2 years ago

DBQ Tips: How many documents should be used?

I've got a DBQ coming up, and I'm a little stressed about it. How many documents do you guys usually use when writing your DBQ essays? Any tips or advice to make the process smoother would be greatly …

2 years ago

Best Math practice resources for SAT?

It's getting closer to my SAT date and I want to make sure I'm doing enough math practice. What are some of the best resources you'd recommend for Math section SAT practice tests? Thanks so much!

2 years ago

USC - What kind of grades do they want?

Hey everyone! I have my eyes set on USC but I'm a little bit stressed about my current GPA. What kind of grades would make me a competitive applicant? Is there a specific GPA cutoff?

2 years ago

NYS Math Regents Exams - Strategies & Tips?

Hey everyone! I need to start prepping for the New York State Math Regents Exams. Any suggestions on the most effective strategies, study materials, or tips for performing well? I'm aiming for high sc …

2 years ago
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