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New York State Regents Exams

My family might move to New York next year. I've heard about the New York State Regents Exams, but I'm not sure exactly what they are. Can anyone provide some insights?

2 months ago

University of Arizona Financial Aid — How's it like?

Hey all! Can anyone here enlighten me about the University of Arizona's financial aid situation? I'm out-of-state, so I'd love some first-hand info on how things generally work there. Thanks in advanc …

2 months ago

Monmouth Acceptance Rate

So, I've been doing some research and Monmouth seems like a pretty great place. Does anyone have any idea what the acceptance rate is like nowadays? Are their rates higher for in-state as compared to …

2 months ago

Can someone please explain what a merit scholarship is?

I've been hearing a lot about merit scholarships lately, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. How do students earn these? Do they depend on grades or extracurriculars, or something else?

2 months ago

What's the maximum score for the SAT?

I'm a bit stressed about the SAT. I keep hearing different things about what the maximum score is. Can someone clarify this for me, please? Any advice on getting a high score would also be really help …

2 months ago

Max possible score on ACT? Confused junior here 😕

Can anyone enlighten me about the max score one can achieve on the ACT? Any great tips to reach that top score?

2 months ago

What's the admission rate for Loyola Marymount?

Hey guys, I have been considering Loyola Marymount as one of my top picks, but I can't seem to find their current admission rate. Does anyone know, and if so, what's it's implications for someone like …

2 months ago

Understanding Literary Elements and Techniques for AP English

Hey all, I'm getting a bit confused trying to master the literary elements and techniques for my AP English class. Could someone please give me a solid rundown or helpful resources? A little frazzled …

2 months ago

What are some important SAT words to study?

Hey, I'm preparing for the SAT, and I understand there's a vocabulary component to it. So, with the crazy amount of words out there, are there any particular words list I should focus on? Appreciate t …

2 months ago

What's a 'good' average score for the ACT?

Hello everyone, I've been preparing to take the ACT and I'm looking to find out what a 'good' score is. What does an average score look like on the ACT?

2 months ago

What should my target be for the ACT?

Hi everyone! I'm planning to take the ACT but don't know what score I should aim for. Can anyone here share what the average score is for students on the ACT? Also, any study tips for reaching that sc …

2 months ago

What's the acceptance rate at Juilliard like?

Hey everyone, I'm very interested in applying to Juilliard, but I'm a little worried about the competitive nature of their programs. Does anyone know what their admissions rate looks like?

2 months ago

What are the highly ranked majors at Syracuse?

Hey! So I'm seriously considering applying to Syracuse, but I'm struggling with what to major in. Does anybody know which majors are considered the best or most prestigious at Syracuse? Thanks in adva …

2 months ago

How much does Shaw University charge for tuition?

I've been considering Shaw University for my undergrad studies. However, I can't seem to find accurate information about their tuition. Can someone enlighten me on this? Much thanks!

2 months ago

Industrial Design at Ohio State University?

Yo, anyone here studying or have studied Industrial Design at Ohio State University? Would appreciate any insider info on the program, course load, professors, and overall experience.

2 months ago

Acceptance rate for Kent State University?

Hi everyone, I'm currently considering Kent State University for my undergrad. Could anyone let me know about their acceptance rate? Also, what are some key factors the admissions office looks at?

2 months ago

Help understanding Northwestern's Center for Talent Development

Hey, guys. I recently heard about Northwestern's Center for Talent Development (CTD) and it sounds fascinating. But I'm curious about its impact on college admissions. Can someone fill me in on the de …

2 months ago

Stanford—Ivy League or not?

Quick question, is Stanford University considered as part of the Ivy League? I've been hearing mixed statements, and it's a bit confusing. Thanks in advance!

2 months ago

AP US History—how challenging is it?

About to pick classes for next year. Is AP US History as hard as people say? I'm considering it for the rigor but also wanna manage my workload. Anyone taken it before? How was your experience?

2 months ago

What's the deal with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Exam?

Hey guys! I'm an IB Diploma candidate and I'm trying to prepare for my upcoming exams. It's all a bit overwhelming. Can anyone share their experience with the IB exams? How should I prepare, and what …

2 months ago
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