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Hey everyone! I'm super interested in the vibrant culture at HBCUs, especially the marching bands. Can anyone share how being in or just experiencing the marching band can impact your college experien …
I'm all in on joining a strong soccer program and I'm considering HBCUs. Could any student-athletes from HBCUs share what the soccer culture is like? How are the facilities, coaching staff, and team d …
This is a bit specific, but has anyone heard of or know about female kickers at HBCUs? I’m all about gender equality in sports, and it would be cool to know if there are any such trailblazers at these …
Hey fellow juniors, I've been thinking about the college culture a lot and I'm really interested in HBCUs. I heard that events like the swag surf are a big deal. Can anyone share how important is it t …
Hey fellow juniors, as I'm crafting my college list and thinking a lot about HBCUs, I've been wondering what really sets the #1 public HBCU apart from other schools, be it in terms of academics, campu …
Hey guys, I'm really into lacrosse and considering applying to an HBCU. Does anyone know how competitive their lacrosse programs are, compared with non-HBCU schools? Are there any notable differences …
Hello peeps! Starting to feel the pressure to study for the SAT/ACT but I'm not sure how much time I should give myself. For those who've gone through it, how long before the test did you start prepar …
Hey folks, I'm deep into my college research and I'm leaning towards HBCUs. I saw that some use the Common App for their admissions process. Could someone guide me through the specifics of applying to …
I'm in the process of writing my personal statement and I feel like it's just...okay. I want to make it stand out but I'm not sure how. Could anyone give me some advice on how to spice it up or share …
Hey all, I’m planning on retaking the SAT to bump up my scores a bit. I've heard some colleges superscore and some don't. Can anyone tell me which colleges do superscore and also, how exactly does tha …
Hi everyone! I’m thinking about double majoring, but I’m on a tight budget. Does anyone know if a double major increases your tuition or other costs at most colleges? Or would it just potentially exte …
Hi everyone, I'm a high school junior passionate about wrestling and looking to continue in college. Can anyone share insights on HBCUs with active wrestling programs or clubs? Keen to know more about …
Looking at HBCUs and everyone seems to have a different opinion on the 'best' one. What factors should I consider to determine which HBCU will be the right fit for me, both academically and socially?
Hello! I'm in the middle of college searching and I'm pretty drawn to the idea of attending an HBCU. Does anyone here have any experiences or knowledge about the HBCUs in Jacksonville they could share …
I'm from the Midwest and considering moving to the South for college. Atlanta seems like a hotspot, but I want to know what the HBCU presence is like there. What are the campuses like, and how's the s …
Hey everyone, I'm currently a junior and starting to look into colleges, particularly HBCUs. I've always been drawn to campuses with lots of spirit and activities. Can anyone share their experiences o …
Hey everyone! So I’ve been noticing I'm just breezing through my readings and not really retaining the info. I'm doing decent but I know I could do better. Does anyone have tips or strategies for deep …
I’m taking AP Chem this year and heard some units are really brutal. Would love some insight on which topics in AP Chemistry tend to be the hardest and how you guys managed to conquer them? Thanks!
So I've been studying for the SAT and I’m kinda stressed about what score I should be targeting. I hear a lot about good and bad scores, but how do I figure out what a 'good' score is for me, consider …
Feeling a bit stressed because my high school doesn't use a 4.0 GPA scale and I'm not sure how to convert my grades for college apps. Can anyone guide me through this process or suggest a reliable con …