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What classes do colleges look for on transcripts?

Hi, I've been wondering what types of classes colleges typically look for on a high school transcript. Which courses are the most important to have on my transcript when applying to colleges? Any advi …

2 years ago

Tulane Waitlist Experience?

What's up, everyone? I might end up on the Tulane waitlist, so I wanted to know if any of you have had experience with this situation? If so, any tips on increasing my chances of getting off the waitl …

2 years ago

When does Stanford release regular decision notifications?

Hey everyone, I'm applying to Stanford through their regular decision process this year. Does anyone know when they typically release decisions? Can't wait to find out!

2 years ago

Decent SAT scores

Hey guys, I'm trying to figure out what a decent SAT score is for applying to college. I know it depends on the schools I'm aiming for, but what's a good benchmark to shoot for? Any advice would be ap …

2 years ago

Early Action vs Regular Decision Preferences

I'm a bit indecisive about applying early action or regular decision to some colleges on my list. Is there any advantage to either of these methods or does it purely come down to my preference? I'd re …

2 years ago

Best universities for pursuing Pre-Med?

I'm really passionate about going into the medical field and pursuing a Pre-Med track in college. Are there any universities that are particularly strong in the Pre-Med field? Looking for some recomme …

2 years ago

Georgetown Regular Decision Notification Date

Hey guys, does anyone know when the Georgetown Regular Decision notification date is for this admission cycle? I am stressing out a bit and want to be prepared. Thank you!

2 years ago

Barnard Early Decision Deadline & Release Date

Hi everyone! I'm planning to apply for Early Decision at Barnard College, but I'm not sure about the deadline and when the decisions will be released. Can anyone help? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

How do I convert my 1140 SAT score to ACT?

I got a 1140 on my SAT and want to know what that is equivalent to in ACT score. Is there a reliable conversion chart I can use? Any help would be appreciated, thanks!

2 years ago

Georgetown early application deadline

Hey everyone! I'm planning to apply to Georgetown Early Action and I'm trying to keep track of all my deadlines. Could someone tell me the specific deadline for Georgetown's early application? Much ap …

2 years ago

Howard Early Decision Release Date

Hey there! I submitted my application to Howard University through the Early Decision process and now I'm just eagerly waiting for the decision to come out. Does anyone happen to know the release date …

2 years ago

What's considered a passing SAT score?

Hello! I recently took my SAT, and I'm wondering what would be considered a passing score? I know colleges vary in what they accept, but is there a general score range that's considered decent?

2 years ago

When's the best time to take the SAT test during junior year?

I'm a junior, and I'm wondering when the optimal time is to take the SAT test for the first time. Should I aim for a specific season or test date to give myself enough time to prepare and potentially …

2 years ago

What does defer application mean in the college process?

Hey guys, I've seen the term 'defer application' being thrown around and I was wondering what it means. Is it something related to college admissions? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Is the University of Southern California a private or public institution?

I'm considering applying to the University of Southern California, but I'm not entirely sure if it's a private or public university. Can someone help me clarify this? Would that affect the financial a …

2 years ago

Tips for profile building for university admissions?

Hi everyone! I'm a junior in high school, and I want to make my application stand out when applying to colleges. What are some good ways to build my profile for university admissions? Are there any sp …

2 years ago

Looking for the best pre-med undergrad programs

Hi all! I am a junior and I want to pursue a pre-med track in college. I'm trying to find schools with the best pre-med undergrad programs. What schools should I be looking into and what factors shoul …

2 years ago

Tech Results Release

Hoping for some good news from tech schools this year! Can anyone give me an idea of when tech results usually come out? I'm so anxious!

2 years ago

Early vs Regular Application Advantages

Hey, so I'm thinking about if I should apply via early action/decision or just wait for the regular deadline. Is there a significant advantage to applying early, or is it just a matter of preference? …

2 years ago

Early Action vs Rolling Admission

Hey everyone, I've been looking into college application processes and I'm a little confused about the difference between Early Action and Rolling Admission. Can anyone clarify the main differences an …

2 years ago
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