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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?
Hey everyone, I just got my PSAT score back and it's a 1460. I'm pretty happy with it, but I'm wondering, is this score competitive for things like National Merit Scholarships? What kind of SAT score …
Taylor Swift's music has been influential in my life, seriously speaking. It's tempting to write my essay on that influence but I'm worried it might come across as unprofessional or too fangirlish. Co …
Hello peeps, I've been hearing a lot about how crucial essays are for the college app. Is that really true? How much do essays actually impact the admission decision, especially at top schools?
In a bit of a pickle here... I've had a change of heart about one of my recommenders. Anyone know how to remove a recommender from my Common App after I've already invited them? Will they be notified …
I've heard the PSAT can qualify you for National Merit scholarships, but what score do you actually need on the PSAT to be considered? Does it differ by state or is it a national standard?
Hey guys, I've spent a lot of time playing Minecraft and even learned about teamwork and problem-solving through the game. I was wondering, could this be a good topic for my college essay? Would admis …
Feeling slightly stressed out here... I scored a 1090 on the PSAT and not sure if that's solid. Can anyone share what scores are typically competitive for college admissions? What's a good improvement …
So, I just got my PSAT scores back, and I'm struggling to understand where I stand. What's considered a high score on the PSAT, and how will colleges view it if it's part of my application?
I'm stuck and could really use some help. How did you guys decide on which Common App essay prompt to go with? I'm a junior trying to get a head start on my applications and want to make sure I pick a …