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100 Largest Universities in the USA

Hey, everyone! I'm curious about which universities in the United States have the biggest student populations. Can anyone point me in the direction of a list of the 100 largest universities in the US? …

5 months ago

How is the SAT graded?

Hey everyone, I'm going to be taking the SAT soon and I'm not 100% sure how the grading system works. Can someone help explain the scoring process and how my overall score will be calculated?

5 months ago

Examples of Awards and Achievements

Hey everyone, just wondering: what kind of awards and achievements should I aim to include in my college applications? I'd love to hear what you guys have won or achieved—give me some ideas and inspir …

5 months ago

What are some cool extracurricular activities?

I'm trying to make the most out of my high school experience and I want to find some interesting extracurricular activities to participate in. What are some of your favorite extracurriculars and why d …

5 months ago

Salutatorian definition?

I've been hearing a lot about the terms 'valedictorian' and 'salutatorian'. I know what a valedictorian is, but what exactly does 'salutatorian' mean?

5 months ago

What's AP Seminar all about?

Hey fellow students! What exactly is AP Seminar? I've heard a bit about it, but I'd like to understand more before deciding if I should take the course next year. Can anyone share some info?

5 months ago

Thoughts on my 2.3 GPA?

So, my current GPA is 2.3 and I'm feeling a bit stressed about it. It's not the best, but is it really that bad? Are there any colleges that would still accept me with this GPA?

5 months ago

Tulane University on PrepScholar?

What's up everyone! I've been gathering info on Tulane University from PrepScholar but wanted to know if there's any additional insider knowledge that the website might not have mentioned. Anything's …

5 months ago

Looking for the ultimate party college experience

Hey there! So I want to balance my education with a pretty awesome social life. Can anyone tell me which college is considered the number one party college? What's campus life like there? Please share …

5 months ago

Is a 1220 SAT Score Good or Bad?

Hey everyone! I recently received a 1220 on my SAT and I'm a little stressed about it. Would you consider this a good or bad score? Where does this place me in terms of college admissions?

5 months ago

SAT Math Question Help?

Hey everyone, I've been practicing SAT math questions, and I'm having a hard time with some of them. Can anyone recommend a resource or website that explains how to solve these problems step-by-step? …

5 months ago

What's the deal with SAT watch policies?

Hey! I'm taking the SAT soon, and I heard we can wear a watch during the test. Are there any restrictions on the type of watch we can use? Wanna make sure I'm following the rules!

5 months ago

When should I start applying for universities?

Hey, I'm a junior in high school and college applications are on my mind. When do most people start applying for universities? Is it during the summer before senior year or earlier? Any advice is appr …

5 months ago

How good is a 1520 SAT score?

Hey, guys! So, I recently took the SAT and got a 1520, which honestly was a bit unexpected! Now I'm wondering, is this score good enough for top-tier colleges? Do you think I should retake it for a ch …

5 months ago

How to prepare for pre-med track in college?

Hey guys, I'm a junior in high school and I've been thinking about pursuing a pre-med track in college. What should I be focusing on now and during my senior year to prepare? Any advice from current p …

5 months ago

PSAT in California: is it the same?

Hey everyone! I just moved to California and I'm wondering if there are any differences in the PSAT here compared to other states. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about this?

5 months ago

Top colleges for criminology or criminal justice?

Hey guys, I'm really interested in pursuing a career as a detective or criminal investigator. Are there any well-known colleges that have top programs in criminology or criminal justice? Would appreci …

5 months ago

Are seven AP classes sufficient?

I've taken seven AP classes during my high school years. Is that enough when applying to competitive colleges, or do I need more to be considered a strong applicant? I don't want to overload myself, b …

5 months ago

Recommendations for colleges in Manhattan?

I've always wanted to go to college in New York City, specifically Manhattan, but there are so many options! Can anyone here recommend some good colleges in the area? I'm interested in studying busine …

5 months ago

Got an 1180 on PSAT - Good score for a sophomore?

Hi everyone! I'm a sophomore and I just got my PSAT scores back. I scored 1180. Is this a good score for a sophomore, and does it indicate that I'm on track for a good SAT score in the future?

5 months ago
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