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SAT scores compared to ACT: which should I focus on?

Hey geniuses, quick question. I've taken both the SAT and the ACT, and I was wondering how these scores compare? Which one tends to be more beneficial for college applications? Thanks in advance for t …

2 months ago

What's the tuition at U of Alabama, Tuscaloosa?

I'm from New York and planning to apply early to a few southern universities, including University of Alabama Tuscaloosa. However, I'm still on the fence, because I don't know much about the tuition. …

2 months ago

Affordable Christian colleges in Texas?

I'm trying to evaluate some suitable colleges that align with my faith, and Texas seems to have quite a few Christian universities. Can anyone suggest some that are more on the affordable side? It wou …

2 months ago

What's the deal with Grand Valley State University tuition?

Hey guys, I've been looking into GVSU and it looks like a pretty cool place. But I'm on a bit of a budget and need to consider tuition costs carefully. So, I'm curious how much I should expect to shel …

2 months ago

Colleges with strong Criminal Justice majors?

Anyone know the best colleges for pursuing a major in criminal justice? I'd love some insight on the reputable programs in terms of faculty, resources, internship opportunities, etc. Thanks!

2 months ago

What's the GPA requirement for UGA?

Hi folks, I'm starting to look into colleges and University of Georgia (UGA) caught my eye. I'm kinda worried about my GPA though. Can anyone tell me what's the GPA requirement for UGA? I want to know …

2 months ago

Understanding SAT deadlines: When's the latest to register for a June SAT?

Hey everyone, I'm planning on taking the SAT in June, but I'm so lost on deadlines. When would be the last date to register without incurring a late fee?

2 months ago

Can someone give me the lowdown on Massachusetts Maritime Academy Admissions?

Hey folks, I'm a junior seriously considering Massachusetts Maritime Academy. However, I feel somewhat in the dark about their admissions process. Does anybody have any specific insights about getting …

2 months ago

ACT Scores for University of Alabama

Another Alabama hopeful here! I'm wondering what kinda ACT scores you need for a good shot at University of Alabama? I'm a bit stressed about the admission process, so any advice or info on this would …

2 months ago

Acceptance rate for Marian University?

Hey folks, I have my eye on Marian University for a potential place to apply but I'm trying to get a feel for the acceptance rate. Would anybody be able to share their experiences or where I might fin …

2 months ago

How to Request and Submit College Letters of Recommendation

Hey all, I'm in the process of compiling my application materials for college and I'm hitting a stumbling block with the letters of recommendation. Any advice on how to politely ask my teachers for th …

2 months ago

How to get into Juilliard: what are the requirements?

Hey there everyone! I've been really interested in the arts and dream of going to Juilliard, but I'm a bit overwhelmed by the whole process. Could anyone tell me what the requirements are for getting …

2 months ago

What's the acceptance rate for Jackson State?

Hey, I've been looking into Jackson State University and it seems like a solid match school for me. I'm curious, though, about their acceptance rate. Could someone enlighten me? Any insights are appre …

2 months ago

Just how hard is it to get accepted into UT Austin?

Hey folks, I'm a rising high school junior trying to figure out my top college choices. A major one I'm interested in is University of Texas at Austin. I've looked up some stats online, but I'd really …

2 months ago

How does a 960 SAT score stack up?

Hey guys, I recently took the SAT and scored 960. Is this score competitive for most colleges? Should I retake it or focus on my essays and extracurriculars? Any input would be greatly appreciated.

2 months ago

Where to find AP scores?

Kinda stumped on where to get my AP scores from. Would anyone be able to guide me on how to access them?

2 months ago

Harvard's Acceptance Rate

Hey, does anyone know what the current acceptance rate is for Harvard? I know it's one of the most competitive universities out there and I'm a bit stressed trying to figure out my chances of getting …

2 months ago

Samples for Academic Letters of Recommendation

My teacher asked me to provide a draft for my recommendation letter. Any idea where I might find some good examples of academic letters of recommendation? Has anyone here had experience with this?

2 months ago

How does the cumulative GPA calculator at Rutgers work?

Hey, so I've seen a lot of people talk about the cumulative GPA calculator at Rutgers. Can anyone explain what that is and how it's different from a regular GPA calculator? Also, how do I use it?

2 months ago

Making sense of being in the 98th Percentile SAT

I just received my SAT score and it's in the 98th percentile. I'm struggling to comprehend what exactly this means. Can anyone explain what being in this percentile implies? Does it tell anything abou …

2 months ago
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