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National Merit Commended vs Semifinalist: What's the Difference?

Hey guys, I'm a junior and kinda new to the whole National Merit Scholarship thing. Can someone explain what the main differences are between being a National Merit Commended student and being a Semif …

7 months ago

What to expect in the APUSH exam format?

Hey guys! I'll be taking APUSH this year and I'm trying to get a sense of what the exam format is like. How is the test structured, and what types of questions should I expect? Any advice is much appr …

7 months ago

Is University of Denver test-optional?

Hey, I'm considering the University of Denver as one of my top college choices, but I'm unsure if they're test-optional. Do they require SAT/ACT scores or not? Any insight would be much appreciated!

7 months ago

Monterey Bay University acceptance rate?

Does anyone know what the acceptance rate is like at Monterey Bay University? I'm thinking about applying and I'm curious about my chances of getting in. Also, what kind of extracurriculars and stats …

7 months ago

Do AP classes count as college credit?

Hey guys! I'm taking a few AP classes in high school and was wondering if they can be counted as college credits. Do colleges usually accept these credits or is it dependent on the individual school? …

7 months ago

Rescheduling SAT Test Date

Hi all! I recently found out that I have a conflict on the day of my scheduled SAT exam. What's the best way to reschedule my test date? And is there a fee involved in changing it? Thanks so much!

7 months ago

ACT score sending duration?

I just took the ACT, and now I need to send my scores to colleges. Can someone please help me understand how long it usually takes for the ACT to send scores to colleges? How far in advance should I o …

7 months ago

Tips for the night before the ACT?

I'm taking the ACT soon and I'm starting to feel the pressure. Any suggestions for what to do the night before the test to help me relax and be prepared? Should I study, rest, or do something else ent …

7 months ago

How difficult is it to get into Alabama?

Hey y'all, I'm looking into applying to the University of Alabama and want to know if it's really hard to get accepted. What are the typical GPA and test scores for admitted students? Thanks in advanc …

7 months ago

Understanding CLT scoring

Hey guys! I've been looking into the Classic Learning Test (CLT) as an alternative to the SAT and ACT. Can anyone explain how the CLT scoring system works? Are the scores comparable to SAT or ACT scor …

7 months ago

Jacksonville State ACT requirements?

Hi, does anyone have info on the ACT score requirements for Jacksonville State University? I am considering applying there and want to make sure my scores are in the ballpark. Thanks in advance!

7 months ago

University of Texas at Austin GPA Requirements

Hey, just doing some research on potential colleges and came across the University of Texas at Austin. Does anyone know what the average GPA requirement is for admission? I wanna know if I'm in the ba …

7 months ago

Gates Scholarship amount?

Hey guys, does anyone know how much funding the Gates Scholarship provides? Is it different for everyone, or is there a set amount?

7 months ago

Harvard application fee?

Does anyone know how much it costs to submit an application to Harvard? Is it the same as other schools?

7 months ago

Best resources for BC Calculus multiple choice practice?

Hey guys, I'm taking BC Calculus this year and really want to ace the AP exam. Can anyone recommend some good resources specifically for multiple-choice practice? I've already tried the College Board …

7 months ago

How many writing passages are on the SAT?

Hi! I'm starting to study for the SAT and I want to know, how many writing passages are there on the test? I want to make sure I'm properly prepared for this section.

7 months ago

How many times is the ACT test given this year?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to plan out my test schedule for this year. Does anyone know how many times the ACT will be offered this year? I want to make sure I have enough chances to take it.

7 months ago

How tough is it to get into TCU?

Hey y'all, I've been eyeing Texas Christian University (TCU) and now I'm thinking about applying. Can anyone who's been through the process let me know how difficult it is to get accepted there? What …

7 months ago

UMiami GPA expectations?

I'm really excited about possibly going to the University of Miami next year, but I'm a little stressed about my GPA. What kind of GPA is generally expected for students applying to UMiami? And do the …

7 months ago

Tips for getting an A in APUSH?

I'm taking APUSH this year and I've heard it's super challenging. I really want to get an A to maintain my GPA. For those who have done well in this class, can you share some tips or study resources t …

7 months ago
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