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I need to pick a research topic for our end-of-year project, and I want it to be not just interesting but something that could catch an admissions officer's eye. Suggestions for topics that would be b …

Hello everyone! As planning for college gets more real, I'm seriously considering attending an HBCU and I'm trying to find out which ones are highly regarded across the board – not just for academics …

Hey everyone, I'm trying to understand what exactly makes a college an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities). How should I go about checking if a specific university, such as Lincoln Uni …

Just caught wind of something called the HBCU All Star Dream Classic. Does anyone know what this is? Is it an athletic event or more academic-focused? Do all HBCUs participate, and how can students ge …

Hi all! I'm super interested in pursuing a nursing career and would love to attend an HBCU, but I'm also looking to fast-track my education. Do any HBCUs offer accelerated programs for nursing? If so, …

I'm aiming for top colleges and I know grades are super important. However, I'm also juggling a bunch of ECs. Anyone got advice on managing time or study tips that ensure you maintain a high GPA while …

Currently trying to figure out my college budget. Does anyone know if the tuition for HBCUs is typically more affordable compared to other colleges, especially for out-of-state students?

Hey! Might be overthinking this, but when do I need to ask my teachers for recommendation letters? I want to give them enough time without being ridiculous and asking way too early. What's the etiquet …

Hey friends, I’m a bit stressed about the whole admissions process. Should I be considering HBCUs with high acceptance rates as safety schools, and if so, how do I find out which ones have the higher …

Hey guys, I've been looking at some smaller colleges, and I noticed that there are a bunch of small HBCUs. Do you think going to a smaller HBCU, compared to a larger university, would change my colleg …

Hey everyone, I’ve been really interested in attending an HBCU for the unique cultural and educational experience they offer. I'm from Illinois, and I'm trying to stay somewhat close to home. Does any …

Hey y'all, I've been working on multiple drafts of my college essay and I'm at a point where I could really use some feedback. Is there a recommended service or a person who offers solid advice or rat …

I'm super into basketball and looking into applying to HBCUs next year. I’ve seen that HBCUs have these cool basketball tournaments, and I'm wondering, how do they affect campus life? Would love to be …

Hey y'all, as a student deeply invested in a future medical career and passionate about preserving HBCU legacy, what are the top HBCUs for pre-med programs? Any insights on their success rates for med …

I try to keep up with college sports, and I've stumbled upon the HBCU Sports Network. Any sports fans here familiar with it? How does it compare to mainstream sports networks in terms of coverage and …

What's up guys, I need to rack up some community service hours for high school graduation and college apps. Any suggestions on where to find opportunities that might not be super well-known? I’m looki …

Alright so my GPA is not the best, it’s hovering around a 3.0 and I'm trying to keep it real with my college expectations. I’ve got pretty decent extracurriculars and I'm working on my essay-writing s …

I'm a junior from the West Coast and really interested in exploring schools outside of my comfort zone, especially HBCUs in the South. Has anyone here gone to an Alabama HBCU and what's the vibe like? …

Hey y'all! I'm from Texas and really interested in staying close to home for college. I've heard some HBCUs here are pretty big – does anyone know which is the largest and what unique advantages it mi …

I've recently started to look at college rankings as I shortlist my options, and I'm particularly interested in the HBCUs. What factors should I consider when looking at HBCU rankings to make a more i …