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How much weight do colleges give to standardized test scores
Okay, so I’m a rising senior, and everyone is stressing about college applications. I’ve heard that standardized tests like the SAT and ACT aren’t as important as they used to be, especially since so many colleges went test-optional. But I’m still worried! My GPA is pretty good (around a 3.8 unweighted), and I’m involved in…
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Are standardized tests optional for college admissions
Okay, so I’m really confused. I’m a junior in high school, starting to think about college applications, and I keep hearing different things about the SAT and ACT. Some people say they’re totally optional now, and lots of colleges aren’t even looking at them. But then other people are telling me that if I don’t…
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Do colleges still require standardized tests
Okay, so I’m starting to think about college applications and I’m so confused about the whole standardized test thing. I thought everyone was ditching the SAT and ACT, but then I hear different things from different people. Basically, I’m wondering if most colleges still require you to submit an SAT or ACT score. I’m particularly…
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What are the ethical considerations when taking multiple-choice exams
I’m prepping for a really big multiple-choice exam, and honestly, the pressure is getting to me. I’m starting to think about all the little ways people might "bend the rules" on these things, and it’s making me wonder: Where’s the line? Specifically, I’m curious about things beyond outright cheating, like looking at a neighbor’s paper….
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Are there specific test taking strategies for different subject areas
Okay, so, I’m studying for my midterms right now and I’m feeling overwhelmed. I’m taking classes in Chemistry, History (specifically, 20th Century European), Calculus, and English Literature (focusing on Victorian novels). I always feel like I’m using the same strategies for every test, but I’m starting to wonder if that’s really the best way to…
