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What SAT subject tests should I take?

I know that SAT subject tests are not as important anymore since many schools are no longer recommend or require them. However, I still want to take them if possible since my top schools will still be …

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As an International student from Colombia, what sat score should I aim for if I wish to get into a top 20 university?

Given that I have a 110+ TOEFL score and a 3.5 ish GPA (My school has grade deflation)

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How important is SAT?

I am a freshman hoping to go to a top UC school for a number of reasons, but am worried about my SAT. I haven’t taken it yet, but I only got a 1220/1400 on the PSAT 9. I am going to take the PSAT NMSQ …

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Since schools are going test optional, should I submit I underachieving to average SAT score or no SAT score?

This question is regarding the best chance of getting in.

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How predictive is PSAT scores of the SAT

So the PSAT is from my understanding a lot more “elite” than the regular SAT as it is more prep-y and is more available to upper part of the socioeconomic group. So as a lower middle class background …

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Due to COVID-19, may schools are not requiring SAT scores.

I am a high school Junior (Class of 2021). Is it possible that it can be updated on the site to give more accurate chances especially for the Class of 2021 since most colleges even some of the ivies a …

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SAT Scores

It seems like the algorithm may not have been updated. For example, it only allows you to enter a max SAT score of 800, but then on the "chances" it says the average score is 1530 and you need to imp …

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At what SAT score would you submit to Wake Forest?

I watched a few of your seminars. The other day one of the Collegevine presenters said that he would submit to a school at >25% of the schools admitted SAT range as you would probably be at the >50% f …

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Developing a College Application

Hi! I need some help based on how to strengthen my college application. I am looking to major in some form in engineering, here is a little about me.

school: stem based high school - engineering pathwa …

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ACT help

What are some good prep sites for the math and science portions? I took the official paper test and had: 24 Math, 24 Science, 36 Reading, 29 Grammar. I would like to try for an overall 30+ on my actua …

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Should I transfer? AP/IB/dual enrollment

Hello! I’m really indecisive and currently lost.

A little background, I’m a sophomore going to be a junior in the next school year. I know that junior year one is the most important year out of all of …

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How do I get into MIT?

I am a rising freshman attending the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology next year, and I am really interested in the paths I have to take in order to be a strong applicant for MIT …

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What are some good SAT books for a freshman in high school? And what are some tips to get a high SAT score ?

I’m currently a freshman in high school and I want to start practicing for SAT although I didn’t finish up to Algebra 2 yet. What are some good tips to get a higher SAT score and what are some good SA …

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Is there any possible way I could take AP courses in India? Plus, am I eligible for the Nat. Merit Schlr. from India?

Hello! I am a recent graduate from junior high, based out of Bangalore, India. I study in a non-IB school, where credit scores, AP classes, honours courses, and clubs are virtually non-existent. In re …

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I haven't taken the ACT/SAT yet, what should I do?

I am a freshman in high school

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Are there any resources to study for SAT subject tests?

I am planning on taking a couple SAT subject tests (probably Math 2 and Biology E) to improve my chances at some schools. Are there any good resources/tools I can use to study for the subject tests? I …

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I want to get my SAT score up by about 150 by October, is this possible?

I'm a high school junior and my current SAT score is a 1360 (700M, 660R) and I really would like to get my score in the 1500-1550 range before I apply to college in November. What's the most effective …

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How do I choose whether to take the ACT or SAT or both?

I'm currently a freshman and I took practice tests for both of them (twice each). For the SAT, I got a 1460 and then a 1410, and for the ACT, I got an ACT superscore of 32 on both. I live on the East …

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Can you take the SAT multiple times?

If so, should you? Is it smart? I am a freshman and I want to know how to prepare myself best for college applications.

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How will no standardized test scores impact applications??

Since coronavirus has cancelled a lot of SATs and ACTs and a lot of schools are allowing students to apply without those test scores, I was wondering how application will be impacted by that. I know t …

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