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When do SAT scores come out for December?

Hey everyone, I'm taking the SAT in December and I'm wondering when the scores will be released. Can anyone let me know when to expect my results?

a year ago

Important Pre-Pharmacy Courses?

Hello! I've been considering a career in pharmacy lately and I was just wondering if there are any specific courses I should be taking now as a high school junior to better prepare myself for a pre-ph …

a year ago

ACT 35 scholarships?

I recently got a 35 on my ACT, what kind of scholarships can I apply for with this score? Are there any specific colleges that offer generous scholarships for high ACT scores?

a year ago

What makes Northwestern unique and should be included in my essay?

I'm currently working on one of my Northwestern supplements and I'm struggling with picking out the main aspects of the school I want to talk about. Would anyone be able to offer insight into what par …

a year ago

What does a 3.0 GPA mean?

Hey everyone, I was wondering what's the meaning of a 3.0 GPA? Like, is it considered good, average, or low? I'm trying to get a better understanding of where my GPA stands for college admissions. Tha …

a year ago

Ivy League decisions release date?

Hey folks, I'm planning on applying to a few Ivy League schools, and I'm curious to know when the admission decisions are usually released. Could someone please help me with this? I'm a bit stressed a …

a year ago

When did the SAT change to a 1600 scale?

I heard from my older siblings that the SAT used to be on a 2400 scale. When did it change to the current 1600 scale? And why did they change it? Just curious!

a year ago

AP Spanish Language Multiple Choice Practice Tips?

Hi everyone! I'll be taking the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam next year, and I'm slightly stressed about mastering the multiple-choice section. Can anyone recommend any tips or resources to hel …

a year ago

How to Nail the Stanford Supplemental Essays?

Hello everyone! I'm a junior and starting to think about college apps. Stanford is my dream school, but I feel overwhelmed by the supplemental essays. Do you have any tips or resources on how to appro …

a year ago

Tips on how to write a great 'Why I deserve this scholarship' essay?

I'm currently applying for scholarships, and I need to write an essay on why I deserve one. It feels odd to write about myself like this, so any advice on how to tackle this essay and make it sound ge …

a year ago

February ACT scores release?

Hey guys, I just took the February ACT and I'm wondering when I can expect my scores to be released. Anyone know the general timeline for when the February ACT scores come out? Thanks!

a year ago

What does D1 mean?

Hey guys, I've been hearing a lot about D1 schools recently, and I'm not exactly sure what that means. Can someone explain what D1 stands for and how it's different from other divisions? Thanks!

a year ago

How to maximize my chances of getting into USC?

Hey everyone! USC is my dream school, but I'm a bit stressed about the admissions process. Anyone have any good advice on what to do to improve my chances for USC? Thanks so much!

a year ago

Visual art scholarships for high school students?

As an artist, I'm trying to find some scholarships that are specifically catered to visual arts students. What are some reputable visual art scholarships I could apply for? Also, do you guys have any …

a year ago

USC Deferral: What to do now?

I recently found out that I was deferred from USC. I'm feeling a bit disappointed, but I still want to try my best to get in. What steps should I take now to increase my chances of getting accepted in …

a year ago

Is scoring a 4 on the APUSH exam good?

Hi everyone! So, I took the APUSH exam this year and got a 4. I'm wondering if that's considered a good score for college admissions and if it can help me get college credit. Any advice?

a year ago

What's the hardest degree to pursue?

Hey everyone! I'm just curious about which degree programs are considered the hardest or most challenging in college. What have you guys heard or experienced? Thanks!

a year ago

Any advice on dealing with UM supplemental essays?

Hi everyone! I'm really interested in applying to the University of Michigan, but I'm a little bit stressed about handling their supplemental essays. Can anyone share their experience or advice on tac …

a year ago

UW essay samples?

Hi everyone, I'm working on one of my University of Washington supplements and I'm stuck on how to start. Can anyone share examples of essays that got you accepted at UW? I promise I won't copy, just …

a year ago

Need Blind Admission Colleges - Pros/Cons?

I've been researching colleges that offer need-blind admissions. What are the pros and cons of applying to these schools? Do they generally have better financial aid packages, or is there a trade-off? …

a year ago
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