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Investigating the GPA scales colleges use

Hello everyone! I've been pondering this question for a while. Can anyone help explain the GPA scales used by most colleges? Specifically, is it generally a 4.0 scale, or do they use different scales?

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What're good majors for future FBI agents?

Hey everyone! Dreaming of joining the FBI someday – does anyone know what most FBI agents majored in during college? Would Criminal Justice be the way to go, or is it more diverse than that?

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What do pre-med students major in?

Hi there, exploring my future in medical field. Just curious, what did most doctors major in during their undergrad? Is there a common path, or does it vary widely? Thanks in advance!

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Rural High School Perceptions?

I currently go to a big city school, but I've always wondered - what are rural high schools like? If you attended a rural high school, what did you find charming about it? Are there any specific examp …

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Are there certain colleges known for having the most alumni score Super Bowl touchdowns?

Hey everyone. I'm currently a high school junior and a big time NFL fan. Just had this question on my mind, do we know which colleges have the most alumni that have scored touchdowns in the Super Bowl …

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Colleges with the most national NCAA championships - Any ideas?

So, I'm just starting to look at colleges. It's kind of overwhelming. But for fun and out of curiosity, I was wondering where the most championship-winning college athletic programs are. Anybody got t …

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Which colleges have the highest number of national championships in football?

Hello, I'm a current junior and a big football enthusiast. I was wondering which colleges have won the most national championships in football. While athletics are not my only factor for college choic …

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What GPA do most colleges expect?

Hello, folks! I was wondering – what's the usual range of high school GPA most colleges are expecting to see on applications? I want to know how competitive my GPA needs to be. Thank you!

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Required SAT scores for colleges?

Hi everyone, kinda stressed out junior here. Does anyone know what SAT score is typically required by most colleges? Can't seem to shake the SAT stress. Thanks in advance, peeps!

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What factors do colleges weigh most heavily during admissions?

Hey, I'm a little stressed right now trying to figure out what colleges really look at when deciding to admit students. Is it more grades, test scores (like the SAT), extracurricular activities, or so …

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Which Colleges Make the Most NFL Players?

I'm a junior and an aspiring NFL player! I would love to receive some guidance or statistics on what colleges produce the most NFL players. This info might help in deciding my college preferences.

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What GPA Do Colleges Look At Most?

Hey everyone. I'm a bit stressed over my academic records and how they'll impact my admission chances. Can anyone tell me what GPA colleges prioritize? Is it weighted, unweighted, 10th-11th grade, ove …

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Format for College Papers

I'm enrolled in an AP English course and our teacher advised us to get used to college-level writing. What format do most colleges prefer for essays and research papers? Is MLA still the go-to, or are …

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What's the Most Popular College Student Food?

Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone could share their experiences with food at college. What types of foods are common? Since we're rolling into adulthood, home cooked meals aren't as reliable, rig …

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What do most college students eat regularly?

So, I'm trying to figure out a couple of things about college life, and one of them is food. I'm curious to know, what do most college students eat on a regular basis? Are meal plans commonly used or …

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College Football Earnings

Hey, i'm a football player in high school and aiming to get into a college with a great football program. Just out of curiosity, does anyone know which colleges make the most money from their football …

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Most Profitable College Athletics

I'm an athlete in high school and planning to go ahead with a sports-related major. Out of curiosity, do we know which colleges make the most money from their athletics programs? It would be interesti …

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CEO's College Majors?

Hi there! I'm an ambitious high school junior with dreams of eventually running my own company. I'd love to know what college majors most CEOs pursued during their undergraduate years. Maybe this will …

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Which female college athlete earns the most?

Out of curiosity, I've been wondering, which female college athlete earns the most from endorsements, sponsorships or various opportunities? I'm trying to understand the landscape of college sports be …

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How do you determine the best-fit college?

I'm starting to look at colleges, and it's a bit overwhelming. There seem to be so many factors to consider. How do I determine which is the most appropriate college for me? Is it mostly about academi …

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