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I'm curious about my options for college and considering public HBCUs in South Carolina. Would anyone be willing to share their experiences or knowledge about what these schools have to offer, especia …

Hi everyone! I've taken a few dual enrollment classes at a local community college and plan on applying to NYU. Does anyone know if they accept dual enrollment credits from high school students? Thank …

Hey guys, cheering is my life and I dream of making it as an All American Cheerleader. Can someone walk me through the process? What are the benchmarks or achievements I need to hit? Is there a specif …

I know there are a lot of websites that claim to provide free college essay reviews, but are any of them legit? Can anyone recommend a trustworthy site to get my essay reviewed by someone knowledgeabl …

I've started working on my college applications and I'm a bit stressed about writing my personal statement. Can anyone provide examples or suggestions of what would make a personal statement really st …

Hey guys, I'm a bit worried here. How are the recent changes to SAT score ranges affecting college admissions? Do colleges look at new scores differently compared to the old scale? I'm trying to figur …

Hi everyone, I'm an art enthusiast and a junior in high school, looking to participate in some art competitions this year. Can you suggest some reputable high school art competitions that I should con …

Could anyone share some experiences or advice on the Engineering Physics major at Berkeley? I'm interested in the program but I'm not sure what to expect in terms of coursework, possible research oppo …

I'm a bit stressed and need to cancel my SAT registration because of a scheduling conflict. Can someone walk me through the process, including refunds and rescheduling for a later date?

Hi friends, I'm considering applying to HBCUs, but I'm a little bit stressed about the potential cost. What are some of the most expensive HBCUs in terms of tuition, and do they offer substantial fina …

Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior and I'm currently trying to decide on a major for college. I've heard that some majors are more manageable than others. What are some relatively easy majors to c …

I'm exploring my college options and I'm really interested in the HBCU experience. Can anyone tell me which HBCU currently has the largest student body? Also, how does the size impact student life and …

Hi everyone! Are there any high school students here from the Boston area? I'd appreciate it if you could share any internship opportunities that you think might be helpful for someone looking to gain …

Quick question out of curiosity. Does the size of an HBCU's campus really make a difference in the college experience? Like, are the largest HBCUs by acres known for better facilities or more activiti …

Hey, I have to write a research essay for my English class, and I'd like to choose a topic that could also be helpful for my college application. Any suggestions on unique, engaging research topics th …

I've seen some mentions about the National Association of HBCU Title III Administrators and it piqued my interest. Anyone know how a high schooler can start getting involved or learn more about their …

Hey peeps, I'm kinda into school spirit and I was wondering, what are some of the most iconic HBCU mascots? I love schools with a strong community vibe and mascots definitely add to that.

Hey everyone, feeling a bit stressed about being waitlisted at Virginia Tech. Can anyone give insights on what the waitlist movement has been like in the past few years? Do many students get off the w …

Hi all! I'm looking for examples of successful Harvard supplemental essays to get an idea of what makes them stand out. Does anyone have advice on where to find good examples or any tips to write a st …

Hey everyone! I'm currently in the IB program and was wondering how my IB scores would translate into a letter grade scale? I just want to get a better idea of where I stand for college applications. …