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Hi everyone, I'm taking AP Statistics next year and I'm in need of some good resources for practice exams. I know it's early, but I want to start familiarizing myself now. Does anyone know of any trus …

Hi everyone, I'm working on my Harvard app right now, and I'm curious about the role of supplementary materials (like a portfolio, research papers, etc.). How important are they for my application, an …

I'm an incoming freshman in Illinois and I want to make sure I meet all the state requirements for high school graduation. What are the main requirements, including courses and credits, that I need to …

I'm planning on taking the ACT soon, and I've heard mixed opinions on its difficulty. How hard is the ACT, and what are some effective strategies to prepare for it?

Hi there! I'd like to apply to Penn State next year and I'm wondering what the specific acceptance requirements are. I want to make sure I'm on the right track. Thanks!

Lately, I've been struggling with reading comprehension, and it's been affecting both my in-school performance and standardized test scores. Any advice on how to read and comprehend better?

I've noticed that some colleges have rolling admissions, and I'm curious as to why they do this. What are the benefits for a college to have this type of admissions policy? Thanks for any info you can …

Hi, I'm a junior with a 3.24 GPA, and I'm starting to stress about college applications. Will my GPA limit my options significantly? What kind of schools should I be looking at with this GPA?

Hey everyone! I'm just starting to prep for the ACT and I really want to do well on it. Can you give me any advice or share some resources that might help me in my preparation journey? I appreciate an …

Hi! I'm looking into Ole Miss as a potential college choice. Does anyone know how much the tuition and fees are?

Hey, quick question: what are the general deadlines by which I should be signing up to take the SAT to make sure I have enough time to send my scores to colleges?

Hi everyone! I'm looking into Liberty University and was wondering about the cost. How much is their tuition per year? Does anyone have any info on financial aid options?

Hey AP Lit students! I'm planning to take the AP Lit exam next year, and I'd like to get an idea of the exam's format so that I can start studying accordingly. Can anyone share their experience with t …

Hi everyone! I'm really interested in New College of Florida, and I'd like to know more about their GPA requirements. What's the average GPA for admitted students? Also, what GPA should I aim for to h …

Hey guys, can anyone tell me if geometry is a required course for most high schools? Are there any alternatives provided or would it hurt me if I didn't take it?

Hey guys, I'm a little nervous about asking my teacher for a letter of recommendation. Any advice on how to approach them? Also, how much notice should I give them to write the letter?

I took the PSAT in my sophomore year, and my score wasn't great. I'm a little worried about my prospects for the SAT. What are some strategies or resources you'd recommend for improving my score and d …

Hey there! I'm planning on taking the ACT and I'm not sure how the scoring works. Can anyone explain how the scoring system functions and how composite scores are calculated? Thanks in advance!

Hey y'all! I was looking into Ohio Northern University (ONU) and I'm wondering about their admissions process. Can anyone share their experience or any tips on getting accepted into ONU? Thanks in adv …

Hey guys, I'm a junior in high school and I've been trying to find some new extracurricular activities to join. I want to develop my passions, but I also want to make sure they look good for college a …