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Hi all! I'm really interested in attending a college that has a strong focus on empowering women and providing a truly supportive environment. Could you guys suggest some of the best colleges for wome …

So, I'm not the biggest fan of logarithms, and I'm curious if they're on the SAT. What type of math concepts are typically covered? Just trying to plan my studying efficiently. Thanks, guys.

Hi all! Does anyone know the current acceptance rate for Colorado State University? I'm trying to get an idea of how competitive the admissions process is. Any help is appreciated!

Hey, I'm planning on applying to Marist College and I'm wondering what their SAT requirements are – both for getting accepted and being a competitive applicant. Can anyone help me out?

Hey there! I've been researching Harvard, and I'm wondering if they have an honors college or special program for high-achieving students? I'd love to hear about any experiences or information you hav …

Yo! I was just wondering if anyone has a list of schools that are known to offer full ride scholarships, especially for strong academic students. I'd really appreciate any suggestions you have. Thanks …

I'm a sophomore and I've been hearing about the PSAT from my friends and counselors. I wanted to know about the benefits of taking the PSAT, like how it can be helpful for college admissions and schol …

I'm a sophomore and I took the ACT recently. I'm not sure what a good score would be for someone my age. Can anyone give me some insight on what scores are considered decent for a high school sophomor …

Hi all, I'm looking into applying to UPenn and was wondering what the average GPA is for successful applicants. Could anyone provide some insight? Thanks so much!

Hi, everyone! I'm getting ready for my AP Physics exam and I'm wondering about the best way to memorize all the required equations. Is there a specific method I should use, or any resources you can re …

What's the difference between early action and early admission university policies? I've seen both terms being used, and I'm a bit confused.

I recently got a 32 on my ACT, but most of the schools I'm looking at primarily mention SAT scores. How does a 32 on the ACT convert to an SAT score?

Can someone please explain what's considered a perfect GPA? I know there are weighted and unweighted GPAs, and I'm confused about how they are different and what colleges are looking for. Thanks in ad …

I just took the act, and I'm a bit anxious to get my scores. Does anyone know how long it usually takes for scores to be released, or if there's a specific date they're released?

Hello, I'm planning to apply to Harvard and I'm wondering if they still require the SAT for admission? I know some schools have gone test-optional recently, but I'm not sure if that applies to Harvard …

Hey guys! I was using the net price calculator on Claremont McKenna's website to estimate the cost of attendance. How accurate are these calculators, and should I rely on this to have an idea of the f …

Hey, y'all! I've been looking into The Ohio State University and it seems like an awesome choice for me. Could anyone tell me about their application process, like what are the major components they l …

Hey guys, I recently got a 910 on the SAT, and I'm a bit bummed. Should I retake it to improve my chances at college or focus on other parts of my application like extracurriculars instead?

Hey folks! I've got my SAT coming up soon and I wanna make sure I have everything I need for the testing day. Could someone give me a quick rundown of the things I'm allowed to bring into the testing …

Hi everyone, I'm a junior considering Stanford as an option for college. I was just curious if they still require an SAT score for their application process or if they've gone test-optional as well? A …