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Hey there! I've heard great things about Baruch College and I'm thinking I might apply in my senior year. Anyone familiar with their GPA requirements? Any insights would be appreciated!

Well, this is kind of an odd question, but I was wondering if there are any examples of 'bad' college essays available? I don't want to repeat any common mistakes and think it might be helpful to see …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior starting to prep for the SAT. I wanna shoot for a competitive score, but I'm not really sure what that looks like yet. Anyone know the average SAT score nationwide? Thanks …

Hey, guys! I'm preparing my college list and Columbia is on top. To gauge my study goals for the SAT, could anyone fill me in on the average SAT score for students admitted to Columbia?

Hi everyone, I've been practicing for my SATs and Yale is my dream school. I'd like to know how high I should be aiming, so does anyone know the average SAT score of Yale admits?

Hello everyone! I'm considering applying to UPenn next year. Does anyone know what the average SAT score of admitted students is? Just trying to see where I fit in.

Hi everyone, rising high school senior intrigued by Purdue, but I'm a bit worried about how my GPA measures up. Could anyone please shed light on what the average GPA of admitted students at Purdue is …

Hey there, so I'm currently scratching my head over finding the right classes to take for next year. Do colleges look at your high school course load and evaluate the diversity/intensity of the course …

I’m considering applying to Millersville University but can’t seem to find reliable info on their acceptance rate. Can anyone fill me in on how competitive it is to get accepted?

Hey guys, so I was wondering, do SAT scores really make or break your application at University of Washington? I've been stressing a lot about this.

I've been considering alternative post-HS paths and trade schools have got my interest. Can anybody give me examples of viable trade schools and the careers they prepare for?

Hey, guys! Should I be worried if my ACT score isn't super high? I'm a bit stressed about it and wondering what's the generally acceptable 'pass' score for most colleges. What score do you think is su …

Hey pals, I've been thinking about getting more involved with my community for personal enrichment and to boost my college apps. What are some different types of community service I could engage with? …

Hey everyone, I've decided to take the SAT without the essay section and I was curious about how long the test usually lasts without it. Can anyone help me out?

Howdy, I'm a junior interested in applying to Missouri University. Does anyone know the current acceptance rate? Also, how competitive is the admissions process? Any insight would be awesome!

I'm selecting my courses for next year, and I'm a tad overwhelmed with the choices. What classes should I be taking as a junior to get well-prepared for college? I mean, what's typically recommended o …

Junior year has got me seriously considering my future in art. There's lots of lists of top ranked art schools in US but it's hard to separate the schools from their reputation. How do I break it down …

Hello! I'm caught in this BA vs BS dilemma. My guidance counselor isn't much help, so what's the general consensus? Is a BS degree seen as better than a BA?

Hi! I'm a junior right now and I'm seriously considering applying to FSU for college. Does anybody know what their typical acceptance rate is?

Harvard is the end goal for me, but it's obviously not easy to get in. I was hoping some of you might share your experiences or suggestions about what made your applications stand out and helped you g …