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Guys, this might be a basic question, but as a junior starting the college process, I want to be sure about everything. What does GPA actually stand for? And why is it such a big deal in college appli …

I'm starting with my college applications and on some forms, there's a field to fill in called 'CEEB code.' What exactly is it, why do I need it, and where can I find it?

I've seen this term, 'all B GPA', tossed around a bit and not quite figured out what it means. Is this referring to the average if all my grades are B's, or is there more to it? Can anyone help me und …

Hey everyone, I've been wondering what exactly constitutes a 'good' GPA score? I know it can differ depending on the scale (ie. 4.0, 5.0) and whether it’s weighted or unweighted. What’s an impressive …

Hi, I'd like to know the GPA requirements for UC Santa Cruz. I’m mostly interested in their Humanities programs. Also any other tips about getting into UC Santa Cruz would be super helpful!

Hey guys, so I'm thinking about applying to UC Santa Barbara, and I was wondering what the typical GPA is for students there. I'm trying to gauge my odds here, any info would be appreciated!

I’m currently a junior and UC Riverside is on my college list. I just wanted to know what the average GPA of admitted students is so I can assess my chances better. Also, are there any major-specific …

Hey guys! Upcoming senior here wondering about Texas A&M University (TAMU) admission requirements. I've heard it's competitive, but I need specifics. Anyone have experiences or advice to share about G …

Hey, I keep hearing different things about this. Is Stanford University considered an Ivy League school? I know it's a top university but is it in the same league as schools like Harvard or Yale?

Hey all, I’m curious about how tough the competition is for Stanford University. Does anyone know the current admission rate? I’m trying to manage my expectations a bit.

Hi everybody! I've been studying for the SAT and found out that some exams offer a formula sheet. Is there anything like that for the Math SAT?

Hey community! I'm an aspiring engineer and was wondering if anybody knows a reliable source for rankings of undergraduate engineering programs. I'm trying to build my college list and this could be s …

Hi everyone! I have Purdue University in my sights and I really want to get everything right. I know they have a few specific requirements, but can anyone who's gone through the process give me a deta …

Hey all, dream school right here - Ole Miss. But will my dreams and my GPA align? Can anyone tell me what kind of GPA I need to be considered competitive for Ole Miss?

Hi all! I'm aiming to be a National Merit Scholar Finalist, but I'm not quite sure how one gets to that stage. Does anyone know exactly what it takes to become a finalist? Any advice or resources woul …

Hi guys, I'm a little bit confused about MIT's early action program. Can we apply to other schools too or is it restrictive? And are the acceptance rates generally higher for early action? I'd really …

Hey everyone! I've been looking around their site for a while now but can't seem to find a solid date. I'm planning on applying to MIT for Fall of 2024 and I was just wondering if anyone knew the actu …

I'm really stressing out about recommendations. I've found some teachers who'd speak on my behalf but I still want to provide them with a good reference. Does anyone have any samples of strong recomme …

Hey everyone, I'm preparing for my SAT and as I plan the budget, I was wondering what the current cost is for taking the SAT? Just trying to be a bit financially aware while I navigate this whole proc …

I've been considering Campbellsville University as one of my top options. What is the admissions process like? Are there particular academic or extracurricular benchmarks they're looking for in a cand …