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Do I really need to study for the PSAT?

Hey, I've got the PSAT coming up pretty soon and I'm not quite sure if I should spend time studying for it. What are the benefits of a good PSAT score, and do you have any studying tips for it?

2 years ago

Financial Aid at Wheaton College

Hey peeps, I'm considering applying to Wheaton College and was wondering how their financial aid works. Does anyone have experience with it or know how generous they are? Any insight would be apprecia …

2 years ago

Content of the ACT Test

Hey guys, I'm wondering what's in the ACT test? What subjects will it cover and what should I expect when taking the exam? Any advice or insights would be appreciated!

2 years ago

St. Johns GPA Calculator?

Hey guys, does anyone know of a good GPA calculator for calculating my GPA for St. John's University admissions? I want to make sure I'm on track with my grades.

2 years ago

SMU vs. TCU: opinions?

Hey everyone! I'm currently considering both SMU and TCU for college, but I'm having trouble deciding between the two. Can anyone share their experiences and the strengths/weaknesses? Thanks in advanc …

2 years ago

Small Texas College Suggestions

Hi y'all! I live in Texas, and I'd love to stay in-state for college. Ideally, I'm looking for a small college with strong academics and a close community. Can anyone provide suggestions on some solid …

2 years ago

List of small public colleges in California?

Hey everyone, I'm looking for a list of small public colleges in California. I like the idea of attending a smaller school with a tight-knit community. Could anyone share some suggestions? Appreciate …

2 years ago

Best small colleges in North Carolina?

What's up, folks? I'm starting to look at colleges and I think a smaller school in North Carolina might be a great fit for me. Can you recommend any? What's special about them and what has been your e …

2 years ago

Grades needed for a 3.0 GPA

I'm trying to figure out what grades I need to maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. How do I determine what letter grades or percentages I should aim for to reach this goal? Any tips or advice would be apprec …

2 years ago

James Madison University undergraduate admissions

Hey all, I'm interested in applying to James Madison University for undergraduate studies. What does the application process look like, and what factors do they consider besides GPA and test scores? A …

2 years ago

Jacksonville University acceptance rate for out-of-state students?

Hey everyone! I was wondering if anyone knows the acceptance rate for out-of-state students at Jacksonville University. Is it more competitive than for in-state students? I'm from out of state, and I' …

2 years ago

Jacksonville State University ACT requirements

Hi guys! I'm looking into applying to Jacksonville State University, but I'm not sure what their ACT requirements are. What range of scores are they typically looking for? Any insights would be super …

2 years ago

What does it take to get into MIT?

Can anyone shed light on the difficulty of getting into MIT? Like what kind of stats, extracurriculars, and essays do MIT applicants usually have? I'm really passionate about STEM and hoping to get so …

2 years ago

Harvard average scores and stats?

Hey everyone! I'm curious about the average scores and stats that are usually required for admission to Harvard. What do successful applicants typically have in terms of GPA, course rigor, and extracu …

2 years ago

Where to Find Past Calculus BC Exams for Practice?

I'd like to use past Calculus BC exams as a study tool for the upcoming AP test. Where can I find these exams to use for practice? Are there any sites or resources you guys have found helpful?

2 years ago

What's the acceptance rate at Miami University?

Hey everyone! So, I'm starting my college search and I came across Miami University. I've heard good things about it, but I was wondering if anyone knew the acceptance rate there? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

National Merit Scholarship SAT Score?

I've been studying hard for the SAT and I'm hoping to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship. What SAT scores usually qualify students for this scholarship?

2 years ago

List of schools on the Common App?

Can anyone tell me which schools use the Common App? It would be really helpful to know which colleges I can apply to using one application platform.

2 years ago

MIT's SAT score expectations?

Hey y'all, MIT is my dream school, but I'm not sure if my SAT score is competitive enough. What range of SAT scores are required or expected to get into MIT?

2 years ago

USF's SAT requirements?

Hey everyone! I'm really interested in attending the University of South Florida (USF). What SAT scores are typically required to get into USF?

2 years ago
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