Advice on where to apply.

College Search & Selection
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<p>Well it's about that time. I would like some advice on where I should apply based on my stats. The high school I attend isn't exactly top notch, and my grades and scores could use a lot of work, but I'll take what I can get. </p>

<p>GPA: 3.55
SAT: 1640. Writing: 520. Math: 550. Reading: 570.
I've taken many AP classes such as Government, Literature, Language, World History, U.S History, Environmental Science, and Psychology. </p>

<p>XC: I'm very active in community services.</p>

<p>I'm willing to go to anywhere in the nation, preferably a place with a good study abroad program. Money isn't an issue at the moment. Also, I'm a sucker for sports and especially school spirit and school traditions. </p>

<p>Also, I'm taking the ACT's this Saturday, so any quick tips would be appreciated.</p>

<p>Thanks!</p>

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<p>ACT quick tips which worked out best for me:
Science - don’t read anything to do with experiments that have graphs and stuff. only read if its like two different scientists point of view or the like.
Reading - don’t read the passages. tackle most specific questions first, paragraph questions, and then questions as a whole
Math - none, sorry. you just have to be good at math and know how to solve them i guess.
English - none again, sorry. you just have to recognize “bad sounding” writing and correct it.</p>

<p>many people have different methods of taking tests, especially the way I do reading is pretty out of the ordinary, but it worked for me. I suggest you do a practice test before Saturday to see what works for you. GL! <em>bump</em></p>

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<p>Well…you do have some options. :)</p>

<p>What is your likely major?</p>

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<p>Take a look at University of Alabama, University of Arizona, Syracuse, Auburn and maybe Wake Forest as a reach (it’s SAT optional).</p>

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<p>Thanks for the responses! Auburn is a school I’ve heavily been looking at. From what I’ve read the school has a nice and friendly atmosphere which is a selling point to me. The University of Alabama is certainly another option to look at. I’m not sure of my major at the moment, but I love History. I’m just hesitant to major in it because I don’t want my options after school to be limited. </p>

<p>Thanks again!</p>

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<p>UCONN, everybody is super friendly there, #27 Public University, (USNWR’s).</p>

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<p>Thanks for the advice. I do love a friendly atmosphere. I’ll definitely check UConn out.</p>

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<p>Yes, I’d suggest some SAT optional colleges, such as Dickinson College in Carlisle PA. American U. just started a SAT optional program, but I believe it required an early application.</p>

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<p>Thanks! I’ll check out Dickinson and American U.</p>