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Thoughts on a 1450 SAT score?

Hey everyone! I took the SAT and ended up with a 1450 score. Is this considered a decent score? How will colleges view it during the admission process?

2 years ago

Top rated ACT prep books

Hey, I'm starting to prepare for the ACT and I'm a little bit stressed about it. Can anyone recommend some top-rated ACT prep books that really helped you or somebody you know?

2 years ago

University of Minnesota ACT Requirements?

Hey guys! I'm planning on applying to the University of Minnesota, and I'm a little confused about their ACT requirements. Can anyone chime in with some info on the range of scores they usually accept …

2 years ago

Average GPA for Penn State accepted students?

Hey folks! I'm a junior and have been looking into applying to Penn State next year. Does anyone know what the average GPA is for students who get accepted to Penn State? I'd really appreciate any inf …

2 years ago

NCAA Division 1 and College Athletics

I've always been interested in college sports, but I don't really know the difference between the NCAA divisions. What distinguishes NCAA Division 1 from the other divisions, and how competitive is it …

2 years ago

Finding Division 2 Football Programs by State

I'm a football player and aim to continue playing at a D2 school. What is the best way to find all Division 2 football programs in my state? I want to explore all my options before making a decision.

2 years ago

University of Kansas Business School Ranking

Hey, guys! I'm looking into the University of Kansas and I'm considering majoring in business. Does anyone know the current ranking of their business school? And how does it compare to other schools i …

2 years ago

Is it possible to graduate high school at 16?

Hey guys, just curious if anyone knows whether it's possible to graduate high school at 16 and if so, what it would involve? Has anyone done this themselves or knows someone who has? I'd love to hear …

2 years ago

Tips for tackling AP Psychology Free Response Questions?

I've heard that the free response questions on the AP Psychology exam can be quite tough. Any advice on how to approach them and what specific strategies I should use to answer them effectively?

2 years ago

UWM student population?

Hey guys, I've been considering applying to University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I'm curious about their student population size. Could someone give me an idea of how big the campus is and if it feels o …

2 years ago

SAT optional for college admissions?

With everything going on lately, I've noticed that some schools are making the SAT optional for the application process. Is this a trend that's happening at many colleges? How do I know which colleges …

2 years ago

Mathematics at Western Washington University

Hey, I'm researching different math programs and Western Washington University caught my attention. Can someone shed some light on the math department there? How are the courses and professors?

2 years ago

Scoring high on the ACT—what's the secret?

Hey everyone! I'm prepping for the ACT, and I want to optimize my performance. What are your tips on how to score high on the ACT test? Your advice is much appreciated!

2 years ago

Recommendation Letter from Principal

Hi everyone! I was thinking about asking my school principal for a recommendation letter, but I'm a bit nervous. Has anyone had success with getting a recommendation letter from their principal? What' …

2 years ago

Does SMU require the SAT?

I couldn't find information on whether Southern Methodist University (SMU) requires the SAT for admissions. Could someone please confirm if they do and what their average scores are like?

2 years ago

What's the general reputation of Walden University?

So, I've been considering enrolling in Walden University for a degree, but I'm unsure about the overall reputation of the school. Has anyone here attended or know someone who has? How is it viewed by …

2 years ago

UC Irvine - Average SAT score?

Hi everyone, I'm considering applying to UC Irvine, but I'd like to know the average SAT score for admitted students. Can anyone give me some insights on this? Thanks!

2 years ago

JMU Acceptance Rate and GPA - What's the Correlation?

Hey guys! I'm looking into James Madison University and I'd really like to know more about their acceptance rate and how much importance they put on applicants' GPAs. Has anyone here applied to JMU wi …

2 years ago

Taking the ACT exam multiple times

I'm feeling a bit stressed about the ACT exam. How many times can you take the ACT exam? Would taking it multiple times look bad for college applications?

2 years ago

Best sources for free SAT practice?

Hey there! I'm looking for some high-quality free SAT practice materials and websites to help me study. If you've used any, I'd appreciate some suggestions!

2 years ago
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