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Is a 1020 on the PSAT considered a good score?

Hey everyone, I just got my PSAT scores back and I scored a 1020. I'm not really sure how to interpret this score or to know if it's considered a good score. Can anyone provide some insight into what …

2 years ago

AP Classes - What does AP stand for?

I've heard a lot about AP classes, and I know they're more challenging courses, but what does AP actually stand for? Also, can taking more AP courses help with college admissions?

2 years ago

Good Persuasive Speech Topics?

I have a speech assignment coming up for my public speaking class, and I want to choose a compelling persuasive topic. What are some good ideas that would be interesting for both me and my audience? A …

2 years ago

What is a good GPA to get into college?

Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior in high school and starting to look into college admission requirements. I want to know, what is considered a good GPA to be competitive for college admissions? Ar …

2 years ago

Curious about SAT total score

Hey everyone, I'm a little confused about the SAT total score. What is the highest total score someone can achieve on the SAT? How is it calculated from the sections?

2 years ago

AP World History practice tests recommendations?

Hey everyone! I'm studying for my AP World History exam and I'm looking for some good practice tests to help me prepare. Does anyone have recommendations for websites or books with reliable practice t …

2 years ago

University of Heidelberg Acceptance Rate

Hello! I've recently become interested in the University of Heidelberg and would like to know more about their acceptance rate. Can anyone provide any information on this? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Easiest college to get into

Hey everyone! I'm kind of stressing out about college admissions next year. I know some colleges are more competitive than others, so I was wondering what's considered the easiest college to get into? …

2 years ago

What's the average SAT score for University of Texas?

Hey! I'm curious about the average SAT score for students at the University of Texas. Anyone know what it is? Thanks!

2 years ago

University of Tulsa Admission Process

Hey y'all! So, I've been looking into the University of Tulsa and I really like what they have to offer. Can anyone share some insights about the application process? What do I need to prepare or pay …

2 years ago

What does a double major degree look like?

Hey everyone, I'm thinking about doing a double major in college, but I'm not sure what that actually entails. How does it work with course loads and graduation requirements? If you've done a double m …

2 years ago

D2 colleges for athletics?

Hey all! I've been looking into colleges with Division 2 athletics. I'm an athlete and wanting to continue playing in college. Can someone help me find a list of D2 colleges or give recommendations? T …

2 years ago

High School Elective Options

Hi everyone, I'm a little confused about what electives I can take in high school. What are some common choices? And how much freedom do we have in picking our elective classes?

2 years ago

What's in the SAT?

I know the SAT is an important test for college applications, but I'm a bit confused about the content. Can anyone help break down the different sections and subjects covered in the SAT?

2 years ago

Volunteer Work Examples for High School Students?

Hey, I'm a junior who wants to get more involved with volunteering during my free time. Can anyone recommend some good examples of volunteer work that are suitable for high school students? Appreciate …

2 years ago

What do colleges like Columbia look for in students?

I'm considering applying to Columbia University, and I'm curious about what they look for in potential students. Does anyone know the key factors they consider in the admissions process?

2 years ago

Colleges and demonstrated interest

Hello everyone! I've heard that some schools track demonstrated interest as part of their admissions process. Can you guys let me know which colleges do this? How can I show my enthusiasm for a school …

2 years ago

Understanding x and y-axis in context of dependent and independent variables

Hey, I'm having some trouble with understanding the x and y-axis when it comes to dependent and independent variables. Can anyone explain how they relate to one another in a real-life situation or giv …

2 years ago

What does a 1040 on the SAT mean?

Hi everyone! I just got my SAT scores back and I got a 1040. Is this considered a competitive score, or should I try to improve it for college admissions? What do you think about a 1040 SAT score in t …

2 years ago

Getting into University of Whitewater, what should I know?

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior looking into applying to the University of Whitewater and I was wondering if any of you have experience with their admissions process? What factors do they consid …

2 years ago
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