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SAT Requirements at University of Virginia?

Greetings, folks! So, I've been eyeing the University of Virginia lately but I'm a tad unsure about their SAT requirements. Do they need it or not? Couldn't find clear info on their site, so any insig …

2 months ago

Largest American Universities by Enrollment: What’s the Vibe Like?

Hey everyone! I'm starting to narrow down my choices and was wondering about something - how do the largest American universities (based on enrollment) feel? Is it overwhelming or is there still a sen …

2 months ago

PSAT 2024 - How Many Questions?

Hi guys! I'll be taking the PSAT in 2024. Could anyone tell me how many questions there are on the PSAT? Just trying to get a sense for how much study time I'll need to allocate.

2 months ago

1160 SAT to ACT conversion

Does anyone know how a 1160 SAT score converts to the ACT? I'm trying to figure out which test would be better for me given my score.

2 months ago

High-School-Level Debating Topics

Hi guys! Trying to come up with topics for our high school debate club. Any fun or thought-provoking ideas? Preferably current issues suitable for high school students. Thanks!

2 months ago

How to strive for that 4.0 in college?

Starting to look into colleges and that whole bit, and I've been wondering...how exactly do students manage to get a 4.0 GPA in college? I know high school and college are pretty different ball games. …

2 months ago

Word Limit on the Common App Essay?

Hey, does anyone know about the word limit set for the Common App essay? My draft is veering over 650 words, and I'm worried if that's too long. Any advice is much appreciated!

2 months ago

Qualifying for full ride scholarships for college?

Hey there, everybody! I'm trying to figure out the whole scholarship thing - particularly full ride scholarships. How difficult are they to get? What do colleges look for when they are handing out ful …

2 months ago

WashU GPA Expectations?

Hey everyone, so I'm seriously thinking about applying to Washington University in St. Louis (WashU). Does anyone know what sort of GPA they usually look for in applicants? Do they prefer weighted or …

2 months ago

Looking Into Public Universities

Hello, I was wondering if someone could help me with ranking information concerning the top public universities globally? What makes these universities stand out and what programs should I be looking …

2 months ago

Curious about Texas A&M University Acceptance Rates

Hey pals! I've been considering Texas A&M for quite a while but I don't really know the stats I should be aiming for. What's their acceptance rate like? Do they favor in-state applicants more than out …

2 months ago

ACT Grammar Section Tips

Does anyone have tips on how best to prepare for the Grammar section of the ACT? I'm decent at English but grammar can be tricky sometimes. Appreciate any advice!

2 months ago

Typical GPA for Brown University

Hey guys, I'm really interested in applying to Brown University. How strong does my GPA need to be? Do we know any figures about a typical GPA for this Ivy? Thanks!

2 months ago

ACT Essay Rubric

Hi everyone, I'm preparing for the ACT and feeling a little shaky on the essay part. Does anyone have info on the essay rubric or any advice on how to ace it?

2 months ago

Curious about ACT Test Scores Release

Hello, I am new to this whole testing process and I just took ACT. Does anyone have any information regarding how long it takes for the test scores to be released? What's the usual process like? I'm t …

2 months ago

ACT score range for University of Chicago

Hi, all! I've got my junior year ACT scores back and I'm not too sure how to feel. I've always dreamed of going to the University of Chicago, does anyone know what ACT scores they typically look for? …

2 months ago

What SAT scores should I aim for Cal Poly?

Hi everyone, it's a junior here and I'm interested in applying to Cal Poly. I'm set to take my SAT pretty soon, but I'm not quite sure about the score range that would boost my chances for acceptance. …

2 months ago

Does anyone know about UTampa's out of state tuition?

Hi, I'm from the Midwest and I've been looking into Florida schools. UTampa seems like a cool place, but I'm worried about the cost. Does anyone know if their out-of-state tuition is dramatically high …

2 months ago

Financial Aid Anderson University

Hey, so I've been researching potential colleges and Anderson University seems like a pretty cool option. But ya know, tuition ain't cheap, so does anyone have some insights on what their financial ai …

2 months ago

Looking for Low-Cost Colleges

Hi everyone, I've begun my college search and I'm a bit stressed about expenses. Can someone suggest any low-cost colleges within the United States that are known for their academics? Also, any tips o …

2 months ago
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