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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 …
I'm a track star at my high school and considering continuing at an HBCU. I’ve been doing really well, with several state championship titles. Will my achievements in HBCU track and field stand out on …
As a junior thinking ahead, I've gotten pretty intrigued by HBCUs lately, and I'm wondering what the HBCU schools in South Carolina are known for. What makes them stand out from colleges in other stat …
Hey guys, super stressed junior here. I'm trying to calculate my college GPA but don't know how different scales affect it. My friends say their colleges use different calculations. Any advice on how …
Hey everyone! I'm super interested in HBCUs, and I was wondering if any of you could shed some light on what the campus life is like at Jackson State University. Is the community tight-knit? Are there …
Okay guys, Memphis has been on my mind a lot lately, mainly because of their HBCUs. Anyone have personal experiences or heard any compelling reasons to consider these for undergrad? Looking for a stro …
Music is a big part of college spirit and I've heard HBCU bands can be amazing. Can anyone recommend some iconic HBCU songs or band performances I should check out to get a feel for the energy and tra …
So, as a huge football fan and current junior in high school, I'm curious about the presence of football at HBCUs. Does anyone know the number of HBCU football teams? Trying to balance my interest in …