Answers to questions frequently asked by parents and students applying to colleges. Post your questions and receive responses from CollegeSimply Advisor and the community.
Does anyone know if UT Austin is test-optional this year? I'm trying to decide if I should retake the SAT because my scores aren't stellar and I don't know if submitting them could hurt my application. Also, any advice on what UT Austin really focuses on in apps would be super helpful!
I just got my SAT score back and it's a 1240. I'm planning on applying to state schools and a couple of more selective colleges like Georgia Tech. Is this score competitive enough, or should I retake the test to try and improve it? Any advice on what schools I should target with this score?
I'm starting to look into HBCUs like Howard and Spelman, and I'm a little confused about how important their acceptance rates are. Should I be worried if an HBCU has a lower acceptance rate compared to others? Does it mean they're more competitive, or is there more to consider when applying?
Hey, I scored a 30 on my ACT, and I'm not sure if that's competitive enough for solid college options. I've read conflicting statements online, and it's all a bit overwhelming. Would a 30 ACT qualify me for good scholarship opportunities, or should I retake it for a better score, especially for schools like University of Minnesota or CU Boulder? Any advice would help.
I'm starting my college applications and I'm trying to figure out some good safety schools in Florida. I've got my sights set on UF and FSU as my reach schools, but I want to have a solid backup plan. Any recommendations for schools that might be easier to get into but still have a good reputation?
I'm looking for some solid safety schools in Minnesota. I've got my sights on a couple like the University of Minnesota, but I want to make sure I have some backup options. Does anyone have recommendations for good safety schools in Minnesota that I should look into?
Hey, I'm trying to figure out what GPA is competitive for applying to the University of Texas at Austin. I've got a 3.5 right now, and I'm super nervous because I heard UT Austin is tough to get into. Do you think I should be aiming higher? Would any current students or recent applicants mind sharing what GPA they had when they applied?
I'm a junior starting to look at colleges, and Clemson University is high on my list. My current GPA is 3.5, and I'm wondering if that's good enough? What GPA should I aim for to have a competitive application? Also, what other factors do they consider to balance out a lower GPA?