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How bad is a 1.6 GPA in high school?

Unfortunately, I currently have a 1.6 GPA in high school. I know it's not great, but I want to know just how far off I am from the average. How bad is a 1.6 GPA, and what can I do to improve it in my …

8 months ago

Provisional Admission?

Hey y'all! Can anyone explain what 'provisional admission' means for college applications? Should I be concerned if I get this?

8 months ago

Exploring the Different Engineering Fields

Hey guys! I'm considering majoring in engineering, but I'm not sure which field to choose. What are the main engineering fields, like mechanical, civil, and electrical, and what do they generally invo …

8 months ago

SAT fee breakdown?

Hello! So, I'm a high school junior and I'm getting ready to sign up for the SAT soon. I was just wondering if any of y'all know the cost for taking the SAT? Are there any additional fees for signing …

8 months ago

Seeking recommendations for Division II schools in North Carolina

Can anyone please recommend some Division II schools in North Carolina? I'm eager to learn more about their athletics and academics programs. Thanks in advance!

8 months ago

Is a 26 ACT score goodf?

Hey there! So, I've taken the ACT and scored a 26. I'm wondering if that's a good score or if I should retake the test to improve my chances in the application process? Can anyone share their experien …

8 months ago

What's it like being an athlete at TCU?

Hey there! I'm thinking about applying to Texas Christian University and am also interested in joining one of their sports teams. Can anyone share more information about the TCU athletic department an …

8 months ago

How's the enrollment at The New School?

Hi everyone, I'm considering applying to The New School and I'm curious about the enrollment numbers there. How big is the school overall? I'd love to get an idea of the campus size and class sizes. T …

8 months ago

Women's lacrosse scholarships: Which colleges offer the best?

Hi folks, I'm currently a junior and I play women's lacrosse. I'd love to find a college with a great scholarship program for it. Which colleges have the best women's lacrosse scholarships? Thanks a t …

8 months ago

St. Olaf's Computer Science Program?

Hey guys! I'm a high school junior super interested in pursuing computer science in college. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about the CS program at St. Olaf College? How is the curric …

8 months ago

94 on a 4.0 scale GPA conversion

Hey, I'm trying to figure out how my percentage grade would translate to a 4.0 scale GPA. If I have a 94% average, what would that be in a 4.0 scale? Is there a specific formula I can use to calculate …

8 months ago

How well does a 1320 SAT score hold up in college admissions?

Hey all! I got my SAT score back and it's a 1320. As a junior, I'm not sure if this is a strong score for college applications or not. Can you guys give me some input on whether my score is on the rig …

8 months ago

Average GPA for Holy Cross College?

I'm thinking about applying to Holy Cross College and would like some help in figuring out what the average admitted student's GPA is. Can anyone provide some information on this?

8 months ago

What is AP Language and Its Importance?

I've seen some discussions about AP Language, and I'm wondering what exactly it is. Can someone explain what the course is about, what skills it covers, and how it might help me with college admission …

8 months ago

UC Davis SAT Average

Hey everyone! I've been researching UC Davis and I can't seem to find a clear answer on what their average SAT score is for admitted students. Does anyone here know? It would really help me figure out …

8 months ago

UC Riverside Average GPA?

I'm thinking about applying to UC Riverside. Anyone know what the average GPA is for accepted students? It would help me know if I'm in the right range and what I need to work on before applying.

8 months ago

In search of top Musical Theater programs!

Hey guys! I'm a high school junior with a huge passion for musical theater, and I'm looking into colleges with fantastic programs. Can anyone recommend universities with top-notch musical theater prog …

8 months ago

What AP Classes Should I Take?

I'm a sophomore and starting to think about which AP classes I should take next year. There are so many to choose from and I want to make sure I pick the right ones that will be both challenging and e …

8 months ago

How can I access practice AP Euro tests?

Hey there! I'm studying for my AP European History exam, and I wanted to gauge my progress with some practice tests. Does anyone know where I can find reliable and up-to-date practice tests for AP Eur …

8 months ago

Order of math classes to take in high school?

I'm trying to plan my high school math classes and I'm a bit confused about the order of the classes. Can someone please tell me the typical sequence of math courses (like Algebra, Geometry, etc.) in …

8 months ago
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