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Hello, fellow high school friends! I'm a junior looking into Emory University, and I'm curious about their essay prompts. Would anyone be able to share some tips on how to approach the Emory essays? A …
I've faced a few significant challenges in my life, and I'm considering writing my college essay about one. How do I choose which challenge to write about, and what advice do you have for making sure …
I keep getting emails to fill out College Board surveys with the promise that they'll help with college stuff. Have any of you filled these out, and do they actually offer any value in the admissions …
I need some advice on how to approach the 'How did you spend your last two summers?' question on my college applications. Should I focus on my jobs, the skills I learned, or just cool experiences I ha …
I'm a junior in high school and I have been considering studying engineering in college. I wonder which engineering major is typically regarded as the least challenging. I'm definitely willing to put …
I’m starting to look into HBCUs and want to get an idea of which ones are usually considered top-tier. What factors contribute to these HBCUs being ranked in the top 20, and how might attending one be …
I’ve been dreaming about a career in diplomacy for a while now. For those in the know, what should I be focusing on in high school to set myself up for this path? Are there specific courses, extracurr …
Hey guys! I'm considering my college options and I'm curious, which HBCU in Virginia has the largest student body? I'm looking for a vibrant campus life and I figure size might be an indicator of that …
Writing about my diverse background feels daunting, and I'm kind of stuck on my college essay. Does anyone have examples of diversity essays that were successful in college applications, or tips for h …
Hey everyone! I heard about HBCU Pride Day and I'm interested in participating next time. Does anyone know when it's typically held?
Hi guys! I heard about SAT superscoring but I'm slightly stumped about how it actually helps. Does every college do this? How should I plan my test-taking strategy around it?
I just found out I'm in the third quintile of my class rank. I'm really worried this might affect my chances at some colleges I'm applying to. How do colleges view class rank, and should I be concerne …
Okay, so I’m not the best standardised test taker and with many schools going test-optional, I’m thinking about not submitting my scores. But does applying test-optional hurt you in the admissions pro …
Hi friends! I'm compiling a list of potential colleges and was hoping someone might have a list of all HBCUs that excel particularly in STEM areas. I'm interested in engineering and computer science a …
I'm trying to plan out my ideal college schedule and I was wondering if you guys have any suggestions on easy electives to take that will still be enjoyable. Are there any classes that you have found …
I've been hearing a lot about weighted GPAs and how some students manage to get above a 4.0. I'm a bit confused about how that works and what classes I should take to boost my GPA beyond the tradition …
I’ve been reading up on HBCU endowments and noticed some schools have way less than others. Does a lower endowment affect the quality of education and student life at HBCUs?
When writing my college essays, I've been told to use examples to support my points. Can anyone give me some advice on how to choose good examples and incorporate them effectively into my essays? What …
I'm a junior in high school and I currently have a 4.0 GPA. I'm wondering if maintaining this is essential for getting into a top tier college, or if other factors, like extracurriculars and test scor …
Hey guys! I'm at the beginning of my college search, and I'm really interested in HBCUs. Does anyone have a comprehensive list of all HBCUs in America, or can you tell me where I might find one? I wan …