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920 PSAT score as a freshman, what can I do to improve?

Hey everyone! I recently took the PSAT and scored 920 as a freshman. I'm wondering, is this a decent starting point? What should I do to improve for the sophomore and junior year PSATs?

5 months ago

Time management for ACT test sections?

Hey guys, I'm practicing for the ACT and having a hard time managing my time on the different sections. Can you share some timings and pacing strategies for each section? Anything from general tips to …

5 months ago

Any tips for finding scholarships for high school juniors?

Hey everyone! I'm a junior looking to start applying for scholarships. Does anyone have any suggestions for websites or resources that specifically target scholarships for juniors? Thanks in advance!

5 months ago

ACT English guide recommendations?

Hey guys! I'm looking for some solid resources to help me improve my ACT English score. Can anyone recommend any study guides or books that have helped you in the past? Thanks in advance!

5 months ago

Acceptance Rate for University of South Florida?

Hey, everyone! I've been researching colleges and noticed that the University of South Florida might be a good fit for me. Does anyone know the current acceptance rate for USF? I'd like to have a gene …

5 months ago

How do I apply to MIT?

Hey everybody! I'm super interested in applying to MIT and am a little stressed about the whole process. Can someone please give me an overview of the MIT admission process and what they're looking fo …

5 months ago

What does a 2.5 GPA mean?

Hi all, I'm currently a junior and my GPA is 2.5. I'm a bit confused about what this actually means. Is it considered a good GPA? How does this affect my college applications and can I still get into …

5 months ago

AP Literature study guide recommendations?

Hey everyone! With the AP Lit exam coming up, I'm trying to find a good study guide to help me review. Anyone have any recommendations for books, online resources, or even YouTube channels that cover …

5 months ago

ACT to SAT Math Conversion?

Hey, friends! I took the ACT and the SAT, but I'm struggling to compare my math scores from both tests. Is there a reliable method or tool for converting my ACT math score to an SAT equivalent, or vic …

5 months ago

What's Fordham's SAT Score Range?

Hello! I'm researching colleges and Fordham University caught my eye. I'm curious about their SAT score range for admitted students. Can anyone help me find this info, or know any resources where I ca …

5 months ago

Do Colleges Still Require the SAT Essay?

I've heard various things about whether or not colleges still require the SAT essay. Can someone help clarify if it's still necessary to take the essay portion of the SAT for college admissions? Thank …

5 months ago

Tips for AP Chemistry prep?

Hey everyone! I'm taking AP Chemistry next year and I'm a little bit stressed. What are some tips for preparing and succeeding in the class? Also, are there any free resources online you'd recommend?

5 months ago

College Personal Statement Insights?

Hey everyone, I've started working on my college applications and I'm a bit confused about the personal statement. What exactly is its purpose, and what are colleges looking for in a strong personal s …

5 months ago

Does Kent State require the ACT?

Hey everyone! I'm looking into applying to Kent State and I'm kind of confused about their test requirements. Do they require the ACT, or is it optional? I want to make sure I have all the necessary m …

5 months ago

Do I need to study for the PSAT?

Hey guys, a little stressed here. The PSAT is coming up soon and I'm not sure if I should be studying for it or not. Is it really that important, and will studying for it benefit me in any way?

5 months ago

Emory Financial Aid Estimation

Hey guys, I'm seriously considering applying to Emory, but financial aid is a big concern for me. Is there like a financial aid calculator or any resources where I can estimate the amount of aid I cou …

5 months ago

Best resources for practicing BC Calc multiple choice?

Hey everyone, I'm getting ready for the BC Calculus exam and I need some good resources for multiple choice questions. Any recommendations for websites or books with quality practice problems?

5 months ago

How is the AP World Exam Scored?

Hi there, I'm curious about how the AP World History exam is scored. Can someone explain the scoring system and how it translates to my final grade? Thanks in advance!

5 months ago

Clarification on ACT Math scale

Hi everyone, I'm trying to understand the ACT Math scoring scale and how it's different from the overall ACT scale. What's the score range for the Math section, and what's considered a good score? Tha …

5 months ago

ap bio 5

Hello everyone! I'm taking AP Biology this year and my goal is to get a 5 on the exam. For those who've succeeded in getting a 5, what study materials or strategies did you use? Any tips or advice wou …

5 months ago
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