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Hi all! I just received my ACT scores but I'm not sure how to read them or what they mean. Can someone help me understand the scoring system and how to interpret my results? Thanks in advance!

I'm trying to create a well-balanced college list, but it's overwhelming. Can anyone share their approach to selecting colleges? How do you determine which schools are the right fit academically and s …

Hi guys! I'm taking the AP Psychology exam and I could use some advice on how to tackle the multiple choice section efficiently. Do you have any tips or resources that helped you ace this section? Let …

Hey everyone! I'm currently prepping for the ACT, and I've been told that having a strong vocabulary can really help my score. So, I was wondering if there's a list of 'must-know' words for the ACT th …

Hi everyone! I'll be taking AP Literature in the upcoming school year, and I'm a bit nervous about the multiple choice section. What are some good resources to find practice multiple choice questions? …

Hey guys, I recently heard about something called the Classic Learning Test (CLT). I'm curious if anyone has taken it or knows how it compares to the SAT and the ACT. Is it something I should consider …

I'm feeling a little bit stressed about preparing for the AP Human Geo test. What are some effective review strategies you guys have used? Any specific resources you'd recommend?

Hey everyone! I'm planning on taking the AP Spanish test next year and I was wondering if anyone has any tried and tested tips for studying and preparing for it? I need help with practice resources an …

Hey guys, my SAT is coming up and I want to make sure I'm fully prepared. What items should I bring with me to the testing center? Are there any must-haves or things that helped you during the test?

Hi all! I've heard that some colleges do interviews as part of the admissions process, but I'm not sure if it's a common practice or only specific to certain schools. Do most colleges conduct intervie …

I'm aware that College Board sometimes updates their exams, and I'm taking AP Biology this year. Have there been any major changes to the AP Bio MCQ section recently, or is it relatively the same as p …

Hey everyone! I'm considering applying to BYU next year and was wondering if anyone has stats on their admissions. Like, what's the acceptance rate, average GPA, and average standardized test scores f …

Hello, I'm thinking of applying to Carlow University. For anyone who has applied and received financial aid, how generous were they with their packages and what options did they offer? I'd really appr …

Hi, I'm getting my stuff together for my college applications and I'm wondering if Kent State requires an additional essay or if they just use the Common App essay. I'd appreciate if someone could let …

I've heard of all-male colleges in the past, and I'm curious if any still exist today. Does anyone know if there are any such colleges in the United States? If so, which ones are they and what are the …

Hey, guys! On the AP Lang and Comp exam, how much time is allocated for the essay portion? How do you manage your time effectively when writing your essays during the exam? Any tips would be super hel …

Hey everyone! Does anyone know if Purdue University uses a superscoring system for the SAT? I just want to know how they'll consider my scores when reviewing my application.

Hi! Can someone please explain the main differences between Division 1, Division 2, and Division 3 colleges when it comes to athletics? How do they impact campus life and recruitment?

Hey guys, I'm interested in applying to the University of Detroit Mercy. What's their GPA requirement? Also, do they weigh AP/IB/honors classes differently?

Hi everyone! After taking an AP exam, I'm curious about how they calculate the final AP score. How do they consider the multiple-choice and free-response sections, and what's the overall scoring proce …