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Hello friends! I've got a style query for ya. Is it cool to speak directly to the reader in my college essay? Does it make the essay seem more personal, or is it seen as too informal or gimmicky? Woul …
Hey guys, quick question - is the PSAT the same for all grades, or does it vary depending on whether you're a sophomore or junior? I want to make sure I'm preparing for the right version of the test!
Ugh, the wait is killing me... Does anyone know where I can actually view my PSAT scores? Is there a specific website or do I get them from my school? I've googled it but I keep going in circles. I ju …
I've decided I want to take the PSAT, but I'm not sure where to start. Is the application process through my high school, or is there a specific website I need to go through? And what’s the deadline? …
Hey folks! Juggling school and home responsibilities here. I spend a lot of time taking care of my siblings and helping around the house since my parents work late. How do you suggest I put these fami …
Hey everyone, I just got my PSAT score back and it's a 1240. Feeling a bit unsure about it. Is a 1240 considered a good score for the PSAT? I'm trying to gauge where I stand and what I should aim for …
Hey guys! Starting to feel the pressure of Junior Year and thinking about college apps. When did you all start brainstorming/writing your Common App essay? I want to make sure I give myself enough tim …
Does anyone know approximately when PSAT scores come out? I’m trying to plan out my test prep schedule for the SAT and want to use my PSAT results to help guide my study plan. Thanks for the help!
Hey y'all! I'm stressing a little because I just got a 1200 on my PSAT as a freshman. I know it's really early, but does this indicate I'm on the right track for my future SAT? What kind of improvemen …
Hey everyone! I've been prepping for the PSAT and I just want to know how the scoring works. Do they curve the PSAT scores like some other standardized tests or is it scored differently?
Hey folks, pretty stressed junior here trying to plan my summer around prepping college stuff, and I’m kinda clueless about the essay part. Can anyone tell me how many prompts the Common App usually p …
Hello folks, I'm in a pickle here trying to understand the process after my teachers agree to write my rec letters. Could someone explain how my teachers actually go about submitting their recommendat …
Ok, so I just got my PSAT results and it's a 1050. I'm in 9th grade and wondering how this measures up? Is this a decent baseline? What kind of improvement did you guys see over time, and what did you …
Anyone know if Indiana University accepts the Common Application? I'm trying to find a balance between good schools and an application process that isn't super overwhelming.
Anyone who has recently taken the PSAT, how long did the whole process take? Not just the test itself but the whole morning? Need to plan some things and any info would be great!
Hey fellow applicants, I'm beginning to solidify my college list and UNC is way up there. I'm wondering if I can add UNC Chapel Hill to my Common App or is it one of those schools that goes solo with …
I've heard that PSAT scores can actually help with getting scholarships, which would be awesome. What score range should I be aiming for if I want to be considered for scholarships?
I had this quirky idea to write my college essay from a third-person perspective to give it a storybook vibe. Is that too out there, or do admissions officers appreciate that kind of creativity? Could …
I've been trying to figure out how to register for the PSAT and I'm a bit lost. Can someone who's done it before walk me through the process? Do I have to go through my school, or can I sign up somewh …
What's the deal with linking my College Board account to my Common App? I saw something about it but am not exactly sure why it's important or how to do it. If you've done it before, could you walk me …