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Hi guys! Junior here and starting to work on my college essays. Do we have a general consensus on when these essays are typically due? Has it changed because of the pandemic? Thanks in advance!
Hey there! I know college admissions can be super competitive. Just for my peace of mind, does anyone know which colleges are generally considered to be the easiest ones to get into?
Hey all! I've just started SAT prep and am kinda stressed about what score to aim for. Does anyone know what the average SAT score usually is, and how it's calculated? Any information would be super h …
Hello everyone! I've been thinking about my career path and I'm genuinely curious - what's the hardest degree to get in America? I don't mind a challenge but it's more about understanding and preparin …
Yo guys, been seeing a 5-point GPA scale mentioned in some places, that's different than my school's 4.0 one. Can anyone explain what this is and how it works? Would universities convert my GPA if I'm …
Hey fellow juniors, I just calculated my cumulative GPA and it's 3.2. What's your opinion on this? Where do I stand?
Hey everyone, I'm slightly mixed up about the grading scales. What's the GPA scale like in the US? Is it different from the one they use internationally?
Hey everyone, I'm considering taking AP World History next year but I'm not quite sure what to expect. Could anyone who has taken the class before share their experiences? Will it be super time-consum …
Hi everyone! I’ve got a big persuasive speech coming up and I'm running out of unique ideas. Can you suggest some engaging or provocative topics that can make for a great speech? Really need this to g …
Hey community! I'm planning my senior year schedule and thinking about taking on some more AP classes. But, I'm curious and a little worried - which AP exam is generally considered the most difficult? …
Alright people, so how should one interpret their high school class rank? What's considered a 'good' class rank? And is this something colleges regard highly in the admissions process? Thanks for your …
Hey y'all! To anyone who's taken the ACT with the writing section, or know about it, could you clarify what would be considered a 'good' ACT score with writing? Is the writing score as critical as the …
Hey everyone, 'm confused about the whole concept of an ACT composite score. How is it calculated? And does it hold more importance than the individual section scores? Appreciate any guidance on this, …
Hey peeps, anyone got the scoop on Vaughn College? I came across it during my college search and it piqued my curiosity. I'd like to know more about the courses they offer, their reputation, and any i …
Hey, I've been eating, sleeping, and breathing with Vanderbilt on my mind for the past few months. I'm aiming for this university and I would like to know if anyone can share what the admission statis …
Hi guys, I'm just curious. How are valedictorian and salutatorian determined? Does being one or the other have any significant impact on college admissions? What if the difference is only by one or tw …
Hey all, I am really interested in applying to University of Virginia for my undergrad. Anyone on here know what their average SAT score is? I want to figure out if it's in my ballpark before I send i …
Hi! I've been considering Scranton University as one of my choices and I was wondering what the current acceptance rate is? And any tips for getting in would also be greatly appreciated! Thanks in adv …
Hello folks, I've hit a wee brick wall. I need to find SAT scores from a few years back for a scholarship application, but I'm not sure how to go about it. Does College Board keep scores indefinitely …
Hey guys, I've been studying for the ACT and the scoring system is kinda confusing. Could anyone explain to me what the scores mean and what's considered a 'good' ACT score?