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Which AP exams are the hardest to pass?

I'm trying to plan out my remaining years of high school, and I'd like to know which AP exams generally have the lowest pass rates or are considered difficult. This will help me figure out which class …

7 months ago

Is an 1140 PSAT score good for a sophomore?

Sup y'all, I'm a sophomore and I just got my PSAT score (1140). Is it a solid score for someone at my grade level? Do you have any tips and tricks to help boost my score for the upcoming years?

7 months ago

Is a 980 PSAT score decent for a sophomore?

Hey everyone, I'm a sophomore and I recently got my PSAT score back. It's a 980. I'd appreciate some advice on whether this is considered a good score for someone at this stage. Thanks!

7 months ago

Is Penn State private or public?

I've been researching colleges and Penn State keeps popping up. I'm curious, is Penn State a private or public university?

7 months ago

Is a 15 on the ACT good enough?

Hey everyone, I got a 15 on my ACT and I'm a bit concerned. Is this score competitive for college admissions?

7 months ago

Grand Valley State Application Requirements?

Hey everyone! I'm seriously considering applying to Grand Valley State University next year. Can someone give me a rundown of their application requirements? What do they look for in candidates? Thank …

7 months ago

Maryville College Acceptance Rate?

Hi, does anyone know the acceptance rate for Maryville College? I've been researching this college and think it might be a good fit for me, but I'm curious about its selectivity. If anyone can provide …

7 months ago

High School Classes Freshman Year

Hey guys! I'm an incoming high school freshman and I'm a bit stressed about choosing my classes. Can you give me some advice on which classes I should take and what to expect in my first year of high …

7 months ago

What does an official Harvard acceptance letter look like?

I'm curious about what an official Harvard acceptance letter looks like. Is there anything special on it or is it like a generic acceptance letter from any other college? Can anyone who got accepted s …

7 months ago

What are your top tips for preparing for the ACT?

Hey guys, I'm a little stressed about taking the ACT this year. What are some effective tips or strategies for preparing and improving my score? Any helpful resources you'd recommend? Thanks in advanc …

7 months ago

Top Schools for Journalism Majors?

Journalism is such a passion of mine and I can't wait to study the subject in college! Do you have recommendations for particularly good schools or universities for journalism majors? I'm in the early …

7 months ago

How good is a 3.25 GPA in high school?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I currently have a 3.25 GPA. I'm just wondering if that's a good GPA for college applications or if I should try to improve it? What are my chances at getting into decen …

7 months ago

Understanding IB program scores?

Hey, can someone help explain how IB program scores work? Like, what's considered a good score and how do colleges evaluate them? Does a higher score make a significant difference in admissions?

7 months ago

Gates Scholarship Phase 1: Tips on getting through?

Hey there! I'm starting my application for the Gates Scholarship and I know there are several phases. Can anyone give me some advice or tips on how to stand out and make it past Phase 1? Any and all h …

7 months ago

Prepping for AP Biology Exam?

I'm thinking of taking the AP Biology exam next year and I'd like to start preparing now. Are there any helpful websites, books, or YouTube channels you guys would recommend for getting ready to ace t …

7 months ago

Harvard's admission criteria: what are they looking for?

Hey everyone! I've been researching Harvard, and I'm curious about what they look for in applicants. What are the most important aspects of an application for them?

7 months ago

Is the Living Environment Regents exam hard?

Hey guys! I'm taking the Living Environment Regents soon and am curious about the difficulty level of the exam. How hard is it and what should I expect? Any advice on study materials or strategies to …

7 months ago

Is getting another diploma possible?

Hey, I was just wondering if you can get another diploma after completing high school? Like, can you redo high school or join another program to get a second diploma in a different field? Thanks for a …

7 months ago

What do we know about Kobe Bryant's SAT score?

Just out of curiosity, does anyone know what Kobe Bryant's SAT score was? I know he went straight to the NBA after high school, but I've heard he still took the SAT. Any info on his score? Thanks!

7 months ago

Calculating High School GPA

Can someone help me understand how to calculate my high school GPA? I've seen different scales and methods being used online and I'm a bit confused. Do unweighted GPAs and weighted GPAs matter during …

7 months ago
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