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I'm really considering applying to Towson University, and I'd like some tips on making my application stand out. What are some unique factors that they look for in applicants?

Hi, everyone! I've taken the ACT and scored a 21. I'm not quite sure if this is a good score or not. Is this considered competitive for most colleges? Would I have a decent chance at getting into good …

I recently got my SAT scores and ended up with a 1190. Is this considered good or bad? Do you think that this score will seriously impact my chances of getting into a good college?

Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior, and I'm considering applying to the University of Arkansas. What's the average ACT score for admitted students? Just trying to see if I'm in the ballpark.

Hey, guys! I've heard of some really strange and unique scholarships out there, and I'm super curious. Do you know where I can find a list of these weird scholarships, or have you come across any in y …

Hello everyone, I'm trying to find colleges that are committed to meeting 100% of my financial need. Can someone please provide a list of schools that are known for doing this, or any resources to hel …

What's up, guys? I recently got my SAT score and it's a 1330. I'm curious about which percentile this would fall into. Can anyone help me out with some info?

I've seen people talk about early action deadline for college applications, but I'm not quite sure what it means. Can someone explain the concept, its benefits, and how it differs from regular decisio …

Hey everyone! I'm considering taking the ACT and was wondering about the test format and what it's like. Can someone give me an overview of the test's structure? Thanks a bunch!

Hi everyone! I'm really interested in applying to Johns Hopkins University. Could anyone who's been accepted there or knows about the admissions process give me some insight into what they're looking …

I've just started my junior year and I'm beginning to look into college scholarships. Does anyone have advice on how to find and apply for merit-based scholarships, and what kind of qualifications I'l …

I'm considering taking AP English Literature next year. Can someone provide some insight into what this class involves and if it's recommended for someone who loves reading and writing?

Has anyone here applied for the Coca Cola scholarship? What topics did you write about for the essays? Any advice on how to stand out amidst so many applicants? Thanks!

Hey everyone! So, I've been wondering, how do colleges typically notify you of your acceptance? Do they still send letters, or is it all online nowadays? Has anyone received acceptances in different w …

Hey guys! So, I currently have a GPA of 3.0 and I'm a bit stressed. How much does this impact my chances of getting into a decent college? Are there any opportunities or resources I can use to improve …

Hi all! I'm in my junior year and it's time to kick off my SAT prep. I learn best from textbooks, so I wanted to know if there are any particularly good ones you guys recommend? How did they help you, …

Hi, I just got a 32 on my ACT, and I'm wondering how that might impact my college admissions chances. Is it a good score for top-tier schools? Also, any advice on how to improve my score would be help …

I've decided I want to apply to some California colleges but I'm not quite sure how to start or which application system they use. Can somebody help me figure out the process and maybe suggest some co …

I have a 2.2 GPA and I'm worried about how it'll look when I apply to colleges. Is this GPA gonna be a deal-breaker? Any recommendations on how to improve my chances despite the lower GPA?

Hey all, I'm taking AP Psychology next semester and I'm aiming to get a 5 on the exam. Could anyone share their experiences or provide any study tips or resources that will help me achieve my goal? Th …