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Hello!! I've been considering the Merchant Marine Academy as a possible college option. But before I delve too deep into the application process, I wanted to know how challenging it is to get in. Anyo …

Hey peeps! This is probably a bit of a newbie question, but I've heard the term 'baccalaureate degree' thrown around, and I'm a tad confused - is this just another term for a bachelor's degree or is t …

Hi! I'm prepping for the SAT for Fall 2024 applications and I'm curious about the maximum score. I know it changed a few years back, so I wanted to make sure I have the most up-to-date information. Wh …

Hi folks! I'm a little stressed out over the math portion of the SAT. I'm stronger in verbal sections, so math is kinda freaking me out. Can anyone tell me what specific topics I should focus on? Also …

Hi there! I'm prepping for the SAT and was just curious if any of you knew where I could find a math formula sheet. Do they provide this during the test or should I memorize all the formulas I might n …

Does anyone have a good resource for a chart or something that explains what a good 'math' score on the ACT would be? I just got my scores back and I'm not sure if my math score is competitive or not. …

Hey fam! Quick question: I haven't managed to find much info on the SCT, so if anyone could tell me what the average score typically is, that'd be amazing. Kind of need some context to understand wher …

Hey peeps! I'm super keen on applying to NYU, it's been my dream school for quite some time now. What is the average SAT score for students who get accepted? Any guidance will be super helpful for me …

Hey, I'm starting to look into colleges and the University of Georgia caught my interest. Can anyone share some insight on what the average SAT score is for students accepted to UGA? Getting mixed sig …

So, I'm pretty set on staying in California for college and I want to pursue a degree in art. I'm seriously into drawing and digital design. Could anybody recommend any art universities that have stro …

Hey everyone! I'm interested in applying to Brigham Young University Provo. I've poked around their website, but I'm still a bit confused about the application process. Is it just the Common App, or i …

Hey guys, I'm seriously considering applying to Georgetown University, but I'm struggling to find the deadline for applications. Does anyone know when the final deadline is? Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone, I'm really struggling with the DBQ portion of the AP World History exam. Some inspiration would be great right now 😅. Anyone have any examples of a '5' response they're willing to share?

So, I'm a junior and I've been hearing about various AP tests having different pass rates. Does this matter? Should this influence what AP courses I choose to take? What kind of info does it give us a …

Hi all, I'm a junior who's just started AP Macroeconomics and it's looking intense. The Free-Response Questions (FRQs) are especially daunting. Has anyone been through this and have some tips or resou …

Hey everyone, I'm in my junior year and studying for the AP Lit exam. I kinda get the basics, but the whole format is still a bit of a mystery. I'm open to all suggestions on resources, strategies, or …

Yo, I've got AP Lit this year, and it's honestly feeling a bit intense. I'm especially worried about the essays. Any advice from seasoned AP Lit students or recent grads about how to conquer these ess …

Hi! I'm a bit confused about how the AP Grades Scale works. Can someone explain what the scores mean? Also, how does it reflect on my transcript or college applications?

Heads up! Junior here feeling a bit lost around all this SAT stuff. Could anyone help me understand the format? What sections does it have and what skills do they test? I really need to strategize rig …

Hey everyone, currently on the journey of shortlisting some colleges and Sarah Lawrence caught my attention. Can anyone give me an idea about its acceptance rate? I'm stressing a bit, not gonna lie, I …