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APUSH unit weighting - what's most important?

Hey everyone! As I'm preparing for the APUSH exam, I was wondering about the weighting of different units. Which units are the most important in terms of what's on the exam? Would love any advice or s …

5 months ago

Getting an official high school transcript?

Hello everyone, how do I get my official high school transcript? Do I ask my guidance counselor or is there an online way to request it? I need it for my college applications. Thanks for the help!

5 months ago

Can you take the SAT at any age?

Hey everyone, I've been wondering if there's an age limit for taking the SAT, like do you have to be a high school student or can anyone take it? And if there's no age limit, would it be smart for a y …

5 months ago

Top art schools?

Hello! I'm passionate about pursuing a career in art and I'm currently looking into art schools. Can anybody recommend some well-known art schools in the US and maybe share your experiences if you've …

5 months ago

Caltech Fees Question

I've been considering Caltech for college, but I'm not sure about the fees involved. Does anyone have an idea of how much I can expect to pay for tuition, housing, and other fees? Thanks in advance!

5 months ago

SAT vs ACT: What are the key differences?

Hey everyone! I've been reading a lot about the SAT and ACT, but I'm still a bit confused about the main differences between them. Can anyone explain the key distinctions and factors I should consider …

5 months ago

Boosting ACT Score - Tips and Strategies?

Hi, I'm currently trying to improve my ACT score before I apply to college next year. I've been studying, but my score isn't increasing as much as I'd like. Does anyone have any advice, study tips, or …

5 months ago

Big state schools - pros and cons?

I'm considering going to a big state school for college, but I'm not sure if it's the right fit for me. Can anyone share their thoughts on the pros and cons of attending a large state university? Than …

5 months ago

Understanding AP Lang exam format

So I'm going to be taking the AP Lang and Comp exam next year, but I'm a little confused about the format. What does the exam entail and how can I prepare for each section? Any insight or advice would …

5 months ago

Preparing for AMC 10, need suggestions!

Hello! I'll be participating in the AMC 10 soon, and I could use some guidance - what's the best way to prepare? Are there any specific resources that are particularly helpful? Any advice is welcome, …

5 months ago

What D3 colleges are in Indiana?

Hello all! I'm starting to research colleges and I've been looking into smaller schools like D3 colleges. I'm from Indiana and I'd like to stay in-state. Can anyone recommend some good D3 colleges her …

5 months ago

UIUC admissions, how competitive?

Hi everyone! I'm considering applying to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) and I'm curious about just how competitive their admissions process is. Can anyone share their experience …

5 months ago

Do colleges care about how I did freshman year?

Hi, I'm a junior now, and as I've been going through the college application process, I've been wondering how much my freshman year grades matter. I know I've grown a lot since then, but do colleges t …

5 months ago

AP Calc BC Exam Time?

Hi, I'm currently prepping for the AP Calc BC exam and wanted to know how much time we're given for the test. Also, how does the timing work if there's a calculator-allowed and a calculator-not-allowe …

5 months ago

Reporting AP Scores to Colleges?

Hi there! I'm wondering how to report AP scores to colleges during the application process. Do I need to send the official score reports or can I self-report? Thank you!

5 months ago

AP Human Geography Exam Review Resources?

I need some help reviewing for the AP Human Geography exam. Can you guys recommend any specific resources or study materials that you found helpful for preparing for the test?

5 months ago

AP Human Geography full review resources?

Hey guys! So, I'm kinda stressed about the upcoming AP Human Geography exam, and I think I need some more resources for a full review. Can anyone recommend some good review materials? You'd be saving …

5 months ago

Best performing arts schools in America?

Hey y'all! I'm really passionate about performance arts and I'm thinking about applying to colleges soon. What are some of the top performing arts schools in the US for undergraduates? Do you have any …

5 months ago

Chances of getting into Cornell with a 3.7 GPA?

Hey there! I was wondering if anyone could tell me if it's possible to get into Cornell with a 3.7 GPA? I have a good mix of extracurriculars and community service and I'm working on improving my GPA. …

5 months ago

What is the average SAT score overall?

Hey there! Just trying to get a feel for where I stand in terms of my SAT score. What's the average SAT score, and what's considered a good score to have for admissions?

5 months ago
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