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Recent Changes to Google Settings for Third-Party Apps like CollegeVine

ACTION REQUIRED: Update CollegeVine App Settings in Google Admin by October 23, 2023

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What are some test optional colleges/university?

What are some colleges/universities that are permanently test-optional that are public?

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What are some good business schools to apply for a above average student

My gpa is around 3.89 weighted. 3.7 unweighted

Sat score - 1350

Good extracurriculars such as Varsity tennis, founder of a club, Deca, Investors club ,Hosa, Tennis coach

What are some business schools …

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Tips! Everything Tips!

I struggled with my mental health throughout high school and at one point, I was just putting out work. As long as it wasn't a F, I was okay so my my GPA isn't the best unfortunately. In 11th grade, I …

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College lists for international students

I really want to study abroad but I'm poor and I can't afford it plus i don't have Sat or Act or any English proficiency test because I am in public Egyptian schools and they are pretty expensive. Is …

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What precollege program is more beneficial, LEDA or Questbridge?

Hello! I'm currently doing research and I'd like to apply to some pre-college programs next year! So far, I've been getting various recommendations to apply to Questbridge College Prep Scholars and LE …

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Why do people feel discouraged when they have gotten F in their exam?

I have noticed a lot of people given up because they failed in exam. Why shouldn't they learn how to try harder and challenge themselves to be the best and not feel discouraged. How do you guys feel a …

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Can you still get into an Ivy with a lower GPA?

I am very interested in Boston University and UPENN, but my gpa is a 3.4. Math caused my gpa to go down a hefty amount, but writing is my best subject. Are there any other tips for getting in with a l …

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should i even take this AP Bio exam?

so a few things.

1. i haven't learned much all year since i’ve been doing online school because of corona.

2. the major i’m planning to do doesn’t necessarily give college credit for this exam based on …

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Does Cu denver have nursing classes?

I want to be a certified registered nurse anesthetist. I just don't know if the college I want to go to has classes that help with that.

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Taking Summer Classes for GPA Boost

Hi everyone! I'm a rising senior and was wondering if I should take community college classes over the summer to boost my GPA a little more, I am already enrolled in 2 virtual summer honors classes bu …

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Which is a better EC

Would starting a blog that deals with finance and economics be good or

Create trading algorithms that screen for stocks and automates trading

Glee🥶

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Act Scores, College, Admission

The minimum act score for the school I'm aiming for is 22 in math and reading, and 19 in English. I'm unsure of getting 22 in the math subscore act I just took. If I score a lil under the 22 math scor …

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Computer Science Internships, Research Programs, etc

Hi everyone!

I was wondering if anybody knew of any free virtual/remote opportunities related to computer science that I can do this summer. Specifically, does anybody know of any opportunities for re …

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What colleges are going test optional for class of 2022 and 2023?

I know so many colleges that have been test-optional this year, but I haven't heard anything for classes of 2022 and 2023. I heard some say they'll let people know this summer but didn't say what clas …

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Is a 3.6 gpa involving freshmen and sophomore year good?

Math took a toll on my gpa.

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Can ED to another school if I want University of Southern California's Early App Deadline

I know that USC doesn't have early action or early decision, but for merit scholarship consideration applicants have to apply by December something. Does anyone know if I can ED to schools like Vander …

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AP Exam Scores on App???

So I’m taking 4 APs next year (senior year). When I apply I won’t have my scores ready for those classes. Will I be able to submit my scores later on when I get accepted?

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MIT or Stanford??

BEAVER OR TREE?

Would like to get responses based on Research, Funding to Research, Student Life, and Intensity of Academics.

 
MIT.
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Stanford.
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Is there a way to raise my GPA in senior year

I currently have 3.46 GPA, is there anyway i can try to raise my GPA to a 3.5 in my senior year ?

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International Students??

Any international students here?

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