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Hello! I'm a high school junior interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, and I've been actively searching for internships I could apply for during the summer. Does anyone know of any healthcare …
Hey everyone! I'm currently a junior and I'm planning on applying to nursing school next year. I was wondering if you guys have any tips or advice on writing a strong essay for nursing programs? What …
So, I've heard some HBCUs are quite competitive. Could someone give me the lowdown on how selective HBCUs are? I want to gauge my chances and see if I align with the kind of profiles they typically ac …
Hello friends! I'm really passionate about history, and I'm considering a major in this field. One concern I have, however, is job prospects and earning potential. Are there any high-paying jobs for h …
I'm a high school junior with a 2.71 GPA. I'm concerned about how it might impact my college applications. How can I improve it during the remainder of my high school career? What types of colleges sh …
Hey, I'm thinking about applying to Southern University at New Orleans since it's an HBCU and I want that kind of college experience. Can anyone share what the campus life is like? Are there strong co …
I have some family ties in Mississippi and am considering going to an HBCU there. How many are in the state, and can anyone shed light on the campus vibes or academic strengths?
Hi all, I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by the college application process and can't decide on a major. I'd like to know if there are any majors that typically have lower competition for admission, so I …
Hi! I'm working on my college essays, and I want to make sure they're the best they can be before I submit them. Does anyone know of a reputable and free college essay editing service? I appreciate an …
Hey everyone, I've been hearing about some HBCUs possibly losing accreditation and I'm kinda worried. How does this affect the college admissions process and the value of a degree from these instituti …
I'm a junior, and I'm really unsure about what I want to major in... Any advice on how to approach my college applications when I'm undecided? How can I show a genuine interest in the schools I'm appl …
I saw some posts about HBCUs losing funding, and I'm a bit stressed about it. What does this mean for students currently attending or ones that are thinking of applying? Is the level of education or s …
I'm starting to prepare for the SAT, and I'd like to understand how the score is actually calculated. Can anyone explain the SAT scoring formula or process? Is there any strategy for maximizing our sc …
Okay, so I've heard the term 'Que Dogs' floating around when discussing HBCU campus life, but what does it actually mean? Is it something I should be aware of as I apply to colleges? Would love some c …
Hey everyone! I just took the February ACT, and I'm really eager to find out my scores. Is there a standard release date for these test scores? Thanks in advance!
I've got an upcoming college scholarship interview and I want to be well prepared. Can anyone share common interview questions or some advice on how to nail my interviews? Thanks so much!
Hey guys, junior here! I'm working on my college list and really want to include HBCUs in North Carolina. Can anyone share a map or list of HBCUs in NC or advise on how to find one?
I want to make sure …
I'm working on a rhetorical analysis essay, and I'm not sure about the ideal length. How long should a typical rhetorical analysis essay be? Any tips are welcome!
I've heard the term 'exact class rank' being thrown around a lot, especially in the context of college applications, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Can anyone explain it to me and how it migh …
I'm working on my college applications and I was wondering if Northwestern requires any supplemental essays? If so, what are the topics? I want to make sure I don't miss anything important! Thanks in …