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SAT and AP: Is there a connection?

So, I've been wondering... is there a connection between how well I perform on my SAT and my AP scores? Do colleges mainly look at one over the other or do they highly consider both?

5 months ago

St. Leo Acceptance Rate

Hey everyone! I'm looking into St. Leo University and I'm curious about its acceptance rate. Does anyone have any idea about their admissions rate and how competitive it is to get in? Thanks a lot!

5 months ago

Financial aid at Stevens Institute?

I've been accepted to Stevens Institute of Technology, and I'm concerned about the cost. Does anyone have experience dealing with their financial aid office? What kinds of scholarships or aid packages …

5 months ago

Is SMU hard to get into?

Hey, I've been researching SMU for a while now, and I can't seem to get a clear answer. Would y'all say that SMU is hard to get into or is it relatively manageable? Any tips for increasing my chances …

5 months ago

Best schools for journalism?

Hi peeps, I'm looking to major in journalism and become a reporter in the future. Can someone recommend some top journalism schools? Preferably ones that have a good mix of practical experience and th …

5 months ago

Sam Houston State University SAT requirements?

Hey y'all, I'm currently a junior and starting to look at colleges. I was wondering if anyone knows what the SAT requirements are for Sam Houston State University? I'd really appreciate the info, than …

5 months ago

Calculating NMSQT index

Hey guys! Does anyone know how to calculate your NMSQT index? I'm curious about how it works and whether I might have a shot at National Merit. Thanks in advance!

5 months ago

Looking for schools with early action options

I want to start applying to colleges soon and I'm really interested in early action programs. Can anyone recommend some schools that offer early action? Also, what are the benefits of applying early a …

5 months ago

What math courses are popular in high school?

From what I've seen, there are several math courses high school students can take. I'm currently a freshman and trying to plan out my schedule for the next few years. Can anyone help me understand whi …

5 months ago

Southern Methodist University acceptance rate?

Hey guys, I'm a junior and the Southern Methodist University caught my attention recently. What's the current acceptance rate? Any insights from those who have applied or got accepted would be super a …

5 months ago

What's the minimum GPA for SMU admission?

Hi everyone! Southern Methodist University (SMU) has caught my attention recently, and I'm thinking about applying. I'm curious about their minimum GPA requirement and what the average GPA is for stud …

5 months ago

Is getting a 31 on the ACT considered good?

So, I just got my ACT score and I got a 31. Is this a good score, or should I retake the test and aim for a higher score? I'd appreciate any feedback and advice on my score's impact on college admissi …

5 months ago

Upcoming Fall ACT dates?

I'm planning on taking the ACT in the fall, but I'm not sure when all the test dates are scheduled. Are the dates already available, or should I wait to find that information?

5 months ago

Registering for the SAT - how does it work?

Hi everyone! I've decided to take the SAT, but I'm not sure how to register for it. Can someone please explain the process and any important deadlines or test dates I should be aware of? Thank you!

5 months ago

Is a 3.11 GPA considered decent for college applications?

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior and my current GPA is 3.11. I'm worried it might not be good enough for college applications. Should I try to improve it, or is it decent enough as is? Thanks!

5 months ago

SAT Test for Foreign Students?

Hey there! I'm a student currently living outside the US and I want to apply to colleges there. Can anyone explain the process for taking the SAT as a foreign student and, specifically, any additional …

5 months ago

Need inspiration for an essay on community service!

Hello! I'm currently a junior and my teacher assigned an essay on community service. I'm struggling to come up with a unique angle to discuss it from. Could anyone share a sample essay or ideas on how …

5 months ago

SAT test completion time

Hey guys, just wondering how long the SAT takes to complete? I want to mentally prepare myself for the test day experience. Need some advice please!

5 months ago

Legendary party schools?

So, I know it's not the most important factor while choosing a college, but I'm curious to know - what are some of the top party schools in the US? Thanks, guys!

5 months ago

How can I improve from an SAT score of 1150?

I recently took the SAT and got a 1150. I feel like I can do better and I want to improve my score for college applications. Any advice on effective test-prep strategies or resources to boost my score …

5 months ago
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