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Hi everyone, I was wondering if Johns Hopkins University (JHU) is currently test-optional or not. I'm planning out my college application process and would appreciate any insights about their policy!

Hey all, I'm a little confused about how the math scoring for the SAT works. Can someone break down the process and explain what makes a good score? Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone! I've been looking into Lewis and Clark College recently and was wondering what their acceptance rate is like. Does anyone have any recent information on how competitive it is to get acce …

Hello everyone! I'm a high school junior thinking about applying to Illinois State University. Could anyone give me an idea about their acceptance rate? Also, what can I do to improve my chances of ge …

I'm starting to study for the SAT and I want to know the most important math concepts to focus on during my preparation time. Can anyone help me understand what areas I should prioritize in my studyin …

Hi everyone! I just received my SAT scores and I got a 980. Is that considered a good score for college applications? What range of schools should I be looking into? Thanks for your help!

Hi everyone! I'm considering applying to Lehigh University and was wondering if someone could provide info on their average ACT scores. I took the ACT and I want to know if my score is competitive eno …

I've been thinking about applying to Lafayette College, but I'm not sure if my SAT score is high enough. Does anyone know what's an average range of SAT scores for admitted students? Is there a minimu …

Hey guys, I'm researching some potential colleges and wanted to know how much the tuition is at Santa Clara University. Can anyone give me an estimate? Thanks!

So I'm curious, how much time do they give you to take the SAT? Is it different for each section?

I'm signed up for the AP World History exam, but I don't know how long it takes. Can someone tell me the duration of this exam, and any tips to cope with the time limits when answering questions?

So, I'm getting ready to take the SAT and I'm doing pretty good in the math section, but I'm strugglin' with the reading portion. Anyone got any advice or resources to help me improve my reading score …

I'm a bit confused about how GPA is calculated. If I have all C's in my classes, what would my GPA be? Would it be different on a 4.0 scale versus a 5.0 scale? Also, how can I improve my GPA in the fu …

Hey everyone, I'm thinking of applying to Yale and I'd like to know what the average GPA is for students who get accepted. Please let me know, so I can work on my GPA game. Thanks!

I have an AP US History unit test coming up and I'm looking for some tips. What's worked best for you when studying for these tests? Any suggestions for online resources to practice or review content?

Hey there! I'm trying to figure out how expensive it is to attend Yale. Any idea what the yearly tuition and other expenses might be?

Hello friends! My APUSH exam is coming up soon and I really need to start reviewing. What are some effective strategies and resources you've used to prepare for the exam? Any advice would be awesome. …

Hi everyone, I was just wondering if anyone here knows if Arizona State University has gone test optional for the SAT/ACT? I'm not exactly thrilled with my SAT score and I'm not sure if I should retak …

I'm thinking of self-studying AP Biology next year, but I'm not sure where to start. What resources would you guys recommend for studying and successfully taking the exam? Thanks!

Hey everyone! I'm a little stressed about the whole college process, and I'll be registering for the SAT soon. What's the typical SAT registration fee I should expect?