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Is it true that being part of the cultural events like 'swag surf' at an HBCU can actually make your college experience way better? How does this play into campus life, and should it be a factor in ch …

Hi everyone, was wondering what kind of diversity there is at HBCUs. Specifically, what's the percentage of white students at HBCUs, and how do they find the environment?

I'm torn between taking AP Bio or AP Chem next year and I'm not sure which one would be the best choice. Can anyone share their experiences or advice on which course would be better in terms of colleg …

I'm thinking of applying for scholarships on Bold.org and I'm wondering if anyone has had success with it. How user-friendly is the platform, and would you consider it a good use of time in the whole …

I love both schools but I've got to choose one. Can anybody share their personal experience about making the choice between Boston College and Northeastern, especially in terms of student life, opport …

I've heard that the song 'Talking Out The Side Of Your Neck' is a big deal at HBCU marching band performances. Could someone explain the tradition behind it and why it's important in the HBCU experien …

I'm considering majoring in biology, specifically a Bachelor of Science. Can anyone who’s pursuing this or has completed it give me some insight into what the coursework is like and how it's helped yo …

I've always heard about HBCUs being powerhouses in sports history. How are HBCUs currently contributing to professional leagues like the NFL? Do a lot of players still get drafted from these schools?

Hi friends, I'm an IB diploma candidate and I'm a little stressed about how my IB grades will be assessed by colleges. Does anyone know how they compare to the regular GPA system in the US?

Hey fellow students, could use some help! How does the GPA scale take into account AP classes? Do colleges view these on a different scale since they're more rigorous than regular classes?

For those who have chosen Biomedical Engineering as a major, could you guys tell me what the workload is like and how it has advantaged you in the admissions process or in professional opportunities?

Is anyone here a previous or current BofA Student Leader? I've heard it looks great on college apps but I’m looking for personal experiences – what was the application like, and how did it benefit you …

Looking for resources or techniques on how to best practice for the AP Spanish test. I’ve been doing okay in class, but I want to make sure I really nail the exam. Any recommendations?

Does anyone have any tried-and-true strategies for the AP Language synthesis essay? It's the part of the exam I'm most anxious about, and I'd love to hear how others are prepping or what approaches wo …

I'm mapping out my schedule for the next couple of years and want to incorporate some AP classes. Does anyone have a complete list of all the AP exams available? Want to see what all my options are be …

I’ve heard that AP classes are weighted but I'm not sure what that means for my GPA. How does taking AP classes impact my GPA and what’s this I've heard about a weighted GPA?

Anyone else worried about bringing the wrong calculator to the ACT and getting booted from the test? Where can I find the list of allowed calculators for the ACT, and does anyone have any recommendati …

Hey folks, I'm putting together my college list and trying to figure out my reaches, matches, and safeties. Any tips on recognizing a reach school? Is it all about GPA and test scores, or are there ot …

I'm more on the introverted side and was wondering if there are certain college majors that typically cater to introverts. I want to pick a major that will fit my personality as well as my academic in …

I'm a junior looking to get some research experience before applying to college. Can you guys recommend any well-respected summer research programs for high school students, particularly in STEM field …