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Admitted versus accepted?

There's something I've been a bit confused about - what's the difference between being 'admitted' and 'accepted' into a university? Is there any difference? Thanks in advance!

5 months ago

What is the SAT code for the University of Southern California?

Hey guys, I'm applying to the University of Southern California and need to send in my SAT scores. Could someone tell me what the SAT code is for USC? Thanks in advance!

5 months ago

Acceptance rate of The Catholic University of America?

Hey, I'm interested in applying to The Catholic University of America. Does anyone know their current acceptance rate and if it's been changing in recent years? Thanks in advance!

5 months ago

UT Austin SAT code

Hey guys, I'm currently in the process of sending my SAT scores to colleges and UT Austin is one of my top choices. I can't seem to find their SAT code online, though. Can anybody help me out with the …

5 months ago

Is a 1150 SAT score good or bad?

Hey everyone! I recently got my SAT scores back and I scored a 1150. Is this score considered good or bad, and how will it affect my chances of getting into a decent college?

5 months ago

Understanding SAT score sections

Hey everyone! Can someone break down the different sections of the SAT score report and explain their importance? I'm trying to understand how the scores are calculated and what components are most im …

5 months ago

UW-Stevens Point GPA Requirements?

Hey guys, does anyone know what the GPA requirements are for getting into the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point? I'm starting to build my college list and want to make sure I'm being realistic abo …

5 months ago

Is it possible to get extra time on the SAT?

Hey, I've been struggling with standardized tests, and I'm wondering if it's possible to get extra time on the SAT? If so, what's the process like and what kind of documentation do I need? Thanks in a …

5 months ago

University of Nebraska Lincoln Financial Aid

Hey guys, I'm applying to the University of Nebraska Lincoln and I'm curious about their financial aid opportunities. Can anyone give me an overview of the financial aid process at UNL and what kind o …

5 months ago

Is a 1240 SAT score good enough for college admissions?

Hey everyone, I recently got a 1240 on my SAT and I'm wondering how competitive this score is for college admissions. Which schools might consider this an acceptable or strong score?

5 months ago

Does Seton Hill University have rolling admissions?

Hi everyone! I'm planning on applying to Seton Hill University and I was wondering if they have rolling admissions or if they have a specific deadline? Also, what are their admission requirements like …

5 months ago

1270 on PSAT - Is This a Good Score?

Hello everyone, I took the PSAT recently and got a 1270. I know it's just a practice test, but do you think this is a decent score? If it were the actual SAT, where would this put me in the college ad …

5 months ago

What are some good D3 colleges for student-athletes?

I'm a high school junior looking to continue playing my sport in college, but I also want to prioritize academics. I've been considering D3 schools because of their balance between athletics and educa …

5 months ago

What's an extracurricular?

Hi, I've been told that extracurricular activities are really important for college applications. But what exactly qualifies as an extracurricular? Can someone please explain what they are and how the …

5 months ago

Texas A&M Kingsville Acceptance Rate

Hi everyone! I'm considering applying to Texas A&M Kingsville, but I'm unsure about how competitive it is. Could someone please tell me what the acceptance rate is like, and how hard it is to get in? …

5 months ago

Determining Class Rank?

My school doesn't release our exact class ranks, but some colleges want to know where I stand. Do you guys have any suggestions on how to calculate my class rank, or at least to get an estimate of it?

5 months ago

Liberty University tuition?

I'm considering applying to Liberty University and was wondering if anyone knows what the tuition is like? Are they known for giving good financial aid packages? Any help would be appreciated.

5 months ago

Is there a strict GPA requirement for UNC Chapel Hill?

I'm really concerned about how competitive UNC Chapel Hill is, so I wanted to ask if there is a specific GPA requirement for applying. If not, what is the average GPA of an admitted student?

5 months ago

University of Washington acceptance rate?

Hey there, I'm trying to figure out how competitive is it to get into the University of Washington? Can anyone provide the acceptance rate or any info to help assess my chances? Thanks so much!

5 months ago

SAT scores for Long Island University?

Hey guys, junior here stressing about college apps. I've been considering applying to Long Island University, but I'm not sure what SAT scores they're looking for. Can anyone fill me in on the average …

5 months ago
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