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I need to write a persuasive essay for my English class, and I'm struggling to come up with a topic. Can you guys recommend some simple persuasive essay topics that are interesting and engaging?
Hey everyone! I'm currently a junior in high school and I'm trying to figure out which colleges to apply to. I'm interested in attending a school with a strong athletics culture and I was wondering if …
I recently got my PSAT results and scored a 980. What does this score mean in terms of college readiness? Also, how close am I to the National Merit Scholarship cutoff in terms of PSAT score?
Hey everyone, I'm a bit stressed about my SAT score and want to know how it stacks up. Can someone explain how to understand the percentile rank of SAT scores and maybe provide a general breakdown?
Yo! I'm super interested in applying to Harvard and was wondering if you guys could share some tips, experiences, or general info on what it takes to get in. Anything would help, honestly!
Hi, I need to ask my teachers for recommendation letters for college applications, but I'm kinda nervous. Any tips on how to ask in a polite and respectful way?
Hello everyone! I'm passionate about music and was thinking about applying to Juilliard. I understand that it's a very competitive school. Can anyone help me understand their acceptance requirements a …
Hey everyone, I'm currently attending a community college and was wondering what are some top schools that are known for being relatively easy to transfer into? Just looking for some info on schools t …
So I've noticed that most Division 1 schools have 'university' in their name. Just for funsies, can anyone name some Div 1 schools that don't have 'university' in the name? Just curious lol
Hey guys, I was wondering if all colleges superscore the SAT/ACT, or if it's college-specific? Like, do most universities consider students' best section scores from different test dates, or do they l …
Hey, I'm a high school junior and I'm really passionate about graphic design. I was wondering if any of you could recommend colleges with strong graphic design programs? I want to pursue a career in t …
Hi, I'm a junior, and I've been looking at Randolph-Macon College as an option for college. I'm really concerned about college costs, and I'm wondering what the return on investment is for this colleg …
Hey, so I'm taking AP US History this year, and I've heard it can be a challenging exam. Any insights on how difficult the APUSH exam actually is and maybe some study tips to help prepare for it? Than …
Hello! So I just took the PSAT and I want to know what the minimum NMSC Selection Index score is to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship. Does this score vary by state or is it the same nationwi …
Yo, I'm gonna take the ACT soon and I've been stressing about the science section. Could someone tell me how many passages are in the science section? Also, what's the best way to tackle this section? …
Hey everyone, I've heard there's a standby fee for the ACT if you don't register on time. Any advice on how to avoid this fee or is it just about being punctual with registration? Thanks a bunch!
Hey guys, I was wondering if DePaul University has a minimum ACT score requirement for admission, or if they have a recommended range. Can anyone help me out?
Hey, so I'm really interested in the Colorado School of Mines for their engineering program. What's the average GPA for admitted students there? And how can I improve my chances of getting in?
Hey guys! Just out of curiosity, does anyone know approximately how many students take the SAT every year? I wonder how competitive the whole college admission process is becoming with all these test- …
Hey! I'm thinking about applying to the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and I'd like to know more about their average SAT scores for admitted students. I have a 1360, so I'm wondering if that …