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Tips for SAT prep?

Hey everyone! I'm starting to prep for the SAT, and I'm wondering if any of you have some helpful tips or advice on how to study effectively. What resources should I check out? Thanks in advance!

5 months ago

Weighted GPA vs Unweighted?

Hi guys! Can someone please explain the difference between a weighted and an unweighted GPA? How do colleges view them differently in the admissions process?

5 months ago

Taking the SAT as an adult

So, I didn't take the SAT when I was in high school and now I'm thinking about going to college. Is it possible for adults to take the SAT, and if so, what's the process like? Do colleges view SAT sco …

5 months ago

Average ACT score for Harvard?

Hey there, I'm currently researching the admissions process for Harvard, and I was wondering if anyone knows what an average ACT score is for students who were admitted? Trying to make sure I'm on the …

5 months ago

Is a 34 ACT score competitive?

Hey everyone, I just got my ACT scores back and I got a 34. Is this a good score for applying to top colleges? Are there any schools where I would still be at a disadvantage with a 34?

5 months ago

Acceptance rate for Saint Xavier?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior in high school and I'm looking into Saint Xavier University as a potential college option. What's the acceptance rate for this school? Is it very competitive?

5 months ago

Writing about serving the community in college essays?

Hi there! So, I've done a good bit of community service throughout high school and I'd like to incorporate it into one of my college essays. Any suggestions on how to approach writing an essay about s …

5 months ago

Choosing the right people for letters of recommendation

So, I'm a junior and I'm starting to think about who I should ask for letters of recommendation. From your experience, who would be the best people to ask? Teachers, coaches, club advisors... who tend …

5 months ago

What are the average SAT scores for Sacred Heart University?

Hey everyone, I'm applying to Sacred Heart University, and I'm wondering what the average SAT scores are for admitted students. Can anyone here help me with that? Thanks!

5 months ago

How can I see my AP scores early?

Hey y'all! I was wondering if there's any way to check my AP scores early? I'm really anxious to know how I did and if I got the scores I needed for college credit. Has anyone else managed to find a w …

5 months ago

What's a good GPA for University at Albany?

Hey, I'm a junior in high school and I'm interested in applying to the University at Albany. What would be a competitive GPA for this school?

5 months ago

Running a successful student council?

I'm thinking of running for a student council position at my school. Any tips or advice on how to effectively run a student council and make a positive impact?

5 months ago

Average ACT Score for UTK?

Hi there! I'm currently researching the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and I can't seem to find the average ACT scores for admitted students. Any insights on this would be super helpful. Thank you …

5 months ago

When is the right time to start the college application process?

Hi all, I've been hearing a lot about the college application process, but I'm not sure when I should actually start applying. Can someone give me an idea of the ideal timeline for getting started? Mu …

5 months ago

How to create a SAT prep schedule?

Hey guys, a little bit stressed out here. I want to start preparing for the SAT, but I'm not sure how to go about creating a schedule for it. Can anyone give me some tips or advice on how to come up w …

5 months ago

Need tips for the ACT Reading section?

Hey all, I'm taking the ACT soon and I struggle a bit with the Reading section. I tend to run out of time or get overwhelmed by the passages. Does anyone have any advice or tips for conquering this pa …

5 months ago

Upper Iowa University Acceptance Rate?

Hey guys, I'm curious about Upper Iowa University and was wondering if anyone knows their acceptance rate? Additionally, do they have any specific GPA or test score requirements? It'd be great to know …

5 months ago

What's the format of the AP Gov exam?

Hi, I'm taking AP Gov next semester and I want to start preparing early. Can anyone give me a rundown of the exam's format, like the number of questions, types of questions, and how it's scored? Thank …

5 months ago

Average ACT score in Wisconsin

Hey y'all, what's the average ACT score for students in Wisconsin? Just trying to see where I stand compared to others in my state.

5 months ago

Where can I find SAT score stats?

I'm curious about SAT score statistics, like national and state averages and percentiles. Where can I find this information to better understand how I'm performing compared to my peers?

5 months ago
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