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Anyone been to the Milwaukee Bucks HBCU Night? What kind of events do they have, and is it worth checking out as a prospective student interested in HBCUs?

Hi everyone! I'm a high school junior and my current GPA is 3.96. While I think it's a good GPA, I want to know if it's considered competitive enough for top college admissions. Any opinions on the ma …

Does anyone have insight into how the National HBCU Alumni Association impacts current students? I'm considering applying to an HBCU and wondering how alumni networks might support me academically and …

I'm exploring my HBCU options and came across Mississippi Valley State University. What's the reputation like, and would it be a good choice academically and socially?

Hey everyone! So, I've got an AP Lang argument essay coming up, and I want to make sure I write the best essay I can. Do you guys have any advice or resources on how to structure it, and what I should …

I've been trying to understand how my GPA stacks up against others. Can anyone tell me what range of GPA is considered standard or competitive when it comes to college admissions?

I'm trying to find ways to fund my future college education and I came across the idea of creating a GoFundMe to help with student loan costs. Has anyone tried doing this before? If so, did it work fo …

Does anyone have info on the best HBCU bands or music programs? I'm really passionate about music and would love to join a college band that's got a fantastic program.

Hey everyone, a bit stressed trying to figure out the academic strength of HBCUs. Does anyone have information on graduation rates at HBCUs, or where I can find such a list?

Hi guys! I'm looking into applying to Wake Forest, and I've heard that some colleges really value demonstrated interest. Does Wake Forest track demonstrated interest? Should I make an effort to try an …

Is it a big deal if I don't join my school's honor society? Will it impact my college applications much? I have other ECs I'm committed to and I'm wondering how to prioritize.

Hey everyone, I'm torn between Harvard and Yale for my ED application. Both seem amazing, but I'm struggling to pinpoint which university would be a better fit for me considering the vibe, academic fl …

I'm struggling to write my 'Why Major?' essay for a few schools. Any advice on what I should focus on, and how to make it sound passionate and genuine? I would appreciate your thoughts!

I've got a 450-word essay due soon and I'm curious to know how many pages it typically amounts to. Does anyone have a general idea? Thanks for the help!

Hi! So, I'm working on my college apps, and some schools ask for a diversity essay. Can someone give me some pointers on how to approach this and what topics to include? Much appreciated!

Hey, guys! I've been trying to figure out my GPA from my letter grades. Do you have any recommendations for a reliable grade to GPA converter online?

Hey everyone, I'm applying to Harvard for the upcoming admissions cycle, and I'm super excited! What are some common questions that come up in the Harvard application, and do you have any tips on how …

Hey everyone, I've been looking into Mercer University and I'm confused about its status. Can anyone tell me if Mercer is recognized as an HBCU? Thanks a bunch!

I've heard a lot about HBCUs and their rich history, but I'm curious, with all the various options available now for college, what makes HBCUs stand out? Why are they still a popular choice for studen …

To my fellow AP Bio students, in your experience, which unit in AP Bio do you find the most difficult? I'd like to brace myself for what's to come and allocate more study time to challenging units.