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What's a passing SAT score?

Hi! I'm a bit confused about SAT scoring. What score is considered 'passing' on the SAT? And do colleges have minimum SAT score requirements that I should know about? Thanks for the help!

2 years ago

When do MIT decisions tend to come out?

Hey, I'm a junior who's seriously considering applying to MIT next year. Just wondering if anyone knows when MIT generally releases its decisions? Would really appreciate any advice you could give!

2 years ago

How to apply to UC schools?

Hi there! I'm looking to apply to a few UC schools but I'm not sure about the application process. Can someone help me understand the steps I need to take and the deadlines I should be aware of? Thank …

2 years ago

Deferring Admissions - Pros and Cons?

I've been considering deferring my college admission to take a gap year. Can anyone share the pros and cons related to deferring college admissions? I'd like to explore the opportunities and any poten …

2 years ago

When are Vanderbilt decisions typically released?

Hey everyone! I'm currently a junior and trying to plan ahead for the college application process. Does anyone know when Vanderbilt usually releases its decisions? Any help would be much appreciated!

2 years ago

How many letters of recommendation does Harvard require?

Hey everyone! So I'm starting to work on my college applications and I'm really interested in applying to Harvard. Does anyone know how many letters of recommendation they require? And what types of r …

2 years ago

Providence College Early Action Decision Date?

Hello there! I applied EA to Providence College and I'm getting a bit anxious. When do they usually release their early action decisions? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

What are some top engineering colleges?

Hi all! I'm a high school junior looking to apply to some great engineering colleges next year. Can anyone recommend some of the top ones that I should consider? Thanks a ton!

2 years ago

Good Reasons to Defer College Admission?

Hi everyone! I just got accepted into my dream college, but I'm thinking about deferring for a year to explore other opportunities. What are some good reasons to request a deferral? Just want to make …

2 years ago

Stanford Supplemental Essay Questions?

Hi everyone! I'm planning to apply to Stanford and I'm wondering how many supplemental essay questions they typically have. Also, if anyone has any general advice or tips for tackling the supplemental …

2 years ago

When does University of Michigan release decisions?

I've applied to the University of Michigan and I want to know when they generally release decisions. Can someone help me out with this? Thanks!

2 years ago

Difficulty of classes at MIT?

So, I'm considering MIT for college and I've heard it's really tough there. What are some of the hardest classes at MIT, and how did you manage the workload? Any tips on how to prepare for the rigor o …

2 years ago

Top 20 liberal arts schools?

Hi! I'm really into liberal arts education, and I've been looking into the top colleges for that. I know there are plenty of rankings online, but I'd love to hear from fellow students. What are your t …

2 years ago

Johns Hopkins Early Decision Deadline

Hey, does anyone know when the deadline for Johns Hopkins Early Decision is? I still have some essays to write, and I'm feeling kinda stressed.

2 years ago

Best Summer SAT Prep Options?

Hey guys, I want to use this summer to really improve my SAT score. What are your recommendations for the best SAT prep options, like courses, tutors, or self-study programs? Thanks in advance for any …

2 years ago

When can we expect MIT EA decisions?

Hey everyone, I'm stressed out waiting for my Early Action results from MIT. When can we expect decisions to be released? Any guess on the date? Thanks!

2 years ago

When is Columbia's Early Decision Deadline?

Hi all, I've been working on my application for Columbia and I was just wondering when the Early Decision deadline is. Can anyone help me out? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Decoding SAT scores: What's a good score?

I just got my SAT scores back, and I'm a bit confused about what is considered a good score. What score range should I be aiming for to get into competitive colleges? Are there any resources to help m …

2 years ago

Advice for Self-Studying an AP Course?

I wanna self study an AP course, but I've never done it before. Can y'all share your experiences? How did you manage to stay organized, motivated, and study effectively?

2 years ago

Understanding the Common App

Hey there! I'm about to start my college application process, and I keep hearing people mention the 'Common App.' Can someone explain what it is, its benefits, and how it works for applying to college …

2 years ago
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