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Hey everyone, I just took the PSAT and am a bit confused about how exactly I can check my scores online. Can someone walk me through the steps or direct me where to go? Thanks in advance!
I've heard that linking your PSAT results to Khan Academy can help with targeted studying. Could someone walk me through how to do that?
As the second semester starts, I'm thinking about when I should begin tackling my Common App. Is it too early to start now, or should I be using this time to get a head start? I'd love to hear when yo …
Sophomore year is wild with everything we're supposed to be doing. Just saw on my school's bulletin board there's a PSAT 10 coming up. What's the point of taking the PSAT as a sophomore? Does it count …
Feeling a bit overwhelmed here, can someone explain the best way to fill out the education section of the Common App? What details about my high school should I not forget to include? Thanks for helpi …
Hey folks! Junior year is hectic and I've got SATs and subject tests to think about. Is taking the PSAT worth it at this point? What would I gain from it and should it be a priority? A little advice w …
Alright, quick question for the hive mind here - I'm trying to figure out if Montclair State University is on the Common App. Anyone know? It would make life a little easier if it is.
I’m putting together my college application plan and wanted to know, does Grand Valley State University accept the Common Application? Just trying to keep things as simple as possible with the applica …
Hey, can anyone explain how the Common App fee waiver works? Specifically, I'm a bit confused about how many school applications it allows you to submit without paying. Money is kind of tight, so plan …
Hey everyone, I just got my PSAT score back, and I'm sitting on a 1460. I'm really aiming for National Merit recognition, but I'm not sure if this score is in the ballpark. What's the typical cutoff, …
Hey folks, I've been toying with the idea of using a personal short story as the central piece of my college essay. It's a bit out there, but I think it's pretty reflective of my creativity and writin …
Hey, does anyone know when the PSAT/NMSQT scores are typically released? I took the test this October and I'm kind of eager to see how I did. Also, how will I be notified about my scores? Do they mail …
Just a little bit stressed about balancing my prep for standardized tests. Should I be investing a lot of time into preparing for the PSAT or is it not that important in the grand scheme of college ad …
As I'm prepping for the PSAT, I'm wondering what the highest score possible is? Just want to set a realistic goal for myself. Can someone break down the scoring system a bit for me? Thanks!
Could use some advice here. When it comes to formatting for the Common App essay, are there specific requirements I should follow? Like margins, font size, spacing? Or is it pretty much open to whatev …
So, I'm working out my schedule and I need to know—is the Common App essay due at the same time as the application itself, or is there a separate deadline?
Hey guys, I recently got my PSAT scores back, and I’m sitting at a 1050. I know it’s not the highest score out there, but I'm wondering if it's considered decent? How does it compare to the national a …
I'm in the midst of prepping for the PSAT and I heard mixed things about formula sheets being provided during the test. Does the PSAT give you formulas, or do I need to memorize all of them beforehand …
I'm a massive science nerd and I was thinking of structuring my college essay like a lab report or a scientific procedure to highlight my passion for research. Do you guys think admissions officers wo …
I just got my PSAT score and it's lower than I hoped for. I plan to retake it and I'm aiming for a significant boost. What are some effective study methods or resources that could help me improve?