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Can someone give me the lowdown on liberal arts colleges? I'm hearing a lot about them and just wondering what they offer that's different from bigger universities or specialized schools.
I've heard a lot about the AP Capstone program and I'm wondering if it actually gives you a leg up in the college admissions process. Does it really prepare you better for college-level work? If anyon …
So I've got exams coming up and I'm a little bit stressed. What should I be doing the night before to make sure I'm prepared? Any tips on calming nerves and getting into the right headspace?
Hey guys, I'm a little stressed with all this admissions stuff. For schools that still look at it, what ACT Writing score should I be aiming for? Like, what's generally regarded as 'good' by colleges?
Feeling the pressure and could use some advice! What's seen as a good GPA when applying to colleges? I know this might be subjective, but I'm looking for a ballpark figure. Also, do colleges care more …
Just started SAT prep and wondering what topics I need to focus on for the writing section. What exactly is tested? Would love some guidance to refine my study plan.
Education is a calling, and I'm on the hunt for HBCUs that are especially strong in their Education programs. Teachers or current students in Education at HBCUs, can you shed some light for a junior t …
I just took the ACT and I'm having a mild panic that I bombed it. Is it possible to cancel my scores before they're reported, or am I stuck with whatever I got?
Hey guys, I'm really into sports and considering a major in kinesiology in college. What should I expect from the coursework? Any tips on what I can do now to get ahead or prepare for this major?
Hi, does anyone know how long it usually takes for ACT scores to be released? I'm trying to plan my college application timeline and it would help to know when to expect my results.
Hey everyone, I just heard one of my classmates mention they're an AP Scholar. I'm kinda curious – what does it take to be called an AP Scholar? How many exams do you have to ace, and are there differ …
Feeling good about my PSAT—I got a 1350. Is this like a solid benchmark for colleges that look at PSAT scores, or should I aim even higher for the SAT? Not sure how colleges interpret these scores.
I keep seeing 'prospective student' all over college websites. Can someone break down what this actually means? Like, at what point do you go from just a high school student to a 'prospective student' …
Alright, so I know community service is important for college apps, but I'm kinda fuzzy on what actually counts as 'good' community service. Could use some advice!
I've done various things like helping …
Hey y'all! Just got done with the ACT and the wait is killing me just a little bit – how long does it typically take to get our ACT test results back? Got some anxious vibes over here and hoping for s …
I've been trying to get a better grasp of the history of HBCUs. Can anyone tell me about the first HBCU and its impact on today's higher education landscape?
Thinking of joining my school's Model UN and super curious about what it involves. What should I expect from participation? Also, does it significantly help when applying to colleges?
Hey all, I'm considering applying to accelerated pre-med programs. Do these programs really give students an advantage, or would I be better off going through a traditional undergrad and med school ro …
Feeling a bit tense since scholarships are crucial for me. Does anyone know what my chances are of landing a scholarship with a 28 on the ACT? Are there specific schools or external scholarships where …
Hi! Does anyone have experience with Paul Quinn College? I'm looking into HBCUs and would like some insights into what sets Paul Quinn apart from other HBCUs.