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How competitive is a 24 on the ACT?

I just got my ACT scores back and I got a 24. I'm a little stressed about it. Is this a competitive score for college applications, or should I consider retaking the test?

5 months ago

What are NYU's TOEFL requirements?

Hey guys! I'm a non-native English speaker interested in applying to NYU and I'd like to know about their TOEFL requirements. Can anyone tell me the minimum TOEFL score needed for admission, and if th …

5 months ago

Is a 23 on the ACT a decent result?

Hey fellow students, I just got my ACT score and it's a 23. I'm not sure if this is a decent result for college admissions. Thoughts? Any input is welcome!

5 months ago

Full-Ride Scholarships for High School Juniors?

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I'm starting to feel the stress of college expenses weighing on me. Does anyone know about any full-ride scholarships specifically for juniors, or even some …

5 months ago

August SAT: How to prepare?

Hey guys, I'll be taking the SAT in August and I'm feeling a bit stressed. Does anyone have any advice or resources on how to prepare for it? Are there any specific schedules or online tools that help …

5 months ago

Surviving AP Bio?

I'm taking AP Bio this year and I've heard it can be a tough class. What study tactics and resources should I use to ensure I pass the exam at the end of the year?

5 months ago

Class rank: weighted or unweighted?

Hey guys, I'm a bit confused about class rank at my high school. I know my school calculates both a weighted and unweighted GPA, but when it comes to class rank, do colleges typically take the weighte …

5 months ago

Which Colleges Give Full Ride Scholarships?

Hey y'all! Trying to make the college process less of a financial strain on my family. So, what colleges are known for giving out full-ride scholarships, and are there any specific requirements or tip …

5 months ago

Different Types of Majors

I've started thinking about my potential college major but feel a bit overwhelmed with all the choices. Can anyone provide a quick rundown of the various types of college majors and their main differe …

5 months ago

Elon University Average ACT Score

Hi there! I'm considering applying to Elon University and I wanted to know the average ACT score for admitted students. Can anyone help me with this information? Thanks!

5 months ago

Prepscholar's info on Northwestern University?

Hey, has anybody used Prepscholar's information on Northwestern University before? Is their data accurate? Just trying to gather more insights on this school. Thanks, dudes!

5 months ago

Looking for pre-med programs during high school

Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school and very interested in pursuing a career in medicine. I was wondering if anyone knows of any pre-med programs or summer camps specifically designed for high s …

5 months ago

Understanding the SAT Math section

Can someone break down the SAT Math section for me? Like, what topics are covered and what types of problems would I encounter? Also, any tips for tackling the tougher problems?

5 months ago

Scholarship Applications for Juniors?

Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior and was wondering if there are any scholarships that I could start applying for now? I want to get ahead and find ways to finance my college education. Any advice …

5 months ago

Understanding SAT 1 scoring?

Hello everyone! I'm a junior gearing up for the SAT next year, and I'm a bit confused about SAT 1 scoring. Can someone please explain the scoring system and how it compares to the ACT? Thanks so much!

5 months ago

Stanford Summer Session Selectivity?

I'm considering applying to the Stanford Summer Session. I was wondering, how selective is this program? Does anybody here know the acceptance rate or what the admissions committee looks for in applic …

5 months ago

Examples of Harvard accepted applications?

Hello! I'm currently working on my college applications and am considering applying to Harvard. Does anyone have access to examples of accepted Harvard applications or know where I might be able to fi …

5 months ago

Letter of Recommendation for College

Hey everyone, I need to ask one of my teachers for a letter of recommendation for college, but I'm a little nervous about it. Can someone give me some advice on how to approach my teacher and what I s …

5 months ago

Is a 2.1 GPA considered bad?

Hi people, I was wondering if a 2.1 GPA is considered bad? I'm a bit worried that my GPA is too low for getting into a decent college. Any thoughts on what I should do to improve my chances at admissi …

5 months ago

What are NYU's entrance requirements?

Hey guys, I'm really interested in applying to New York University next year. Can someone breakdown the entrance requirements for me? Any help would be appreciated!

5 months ago
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