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I've really been considering HBCUs lately, as I'm drawn to the culture and history. Could anyone share the pros and cons of attending an HBCU? Like, what really sets them apart both academically and s …

Hi everyone, I'm putting together my application for the National Honor Society and the essay part is quite daunting. For those who have successfully applied, what topics or themes did you focus on in …

I’m considering HBCUs specifically in South Carolina and I’m curious about how they differ in terms of campus culture, internship opportunities, and academic programs. Does anyone here go to an HBCU i …

Alright, so I've been diving deep into coding and all things tech-related in my spare time. I heard about Google internships for high school students and got really excited! Does anyone here know how …

So I’ve been stressing out a little because my school does weighted GPAs and I have a 4.1. I know it's good, but I’m wondering how impressive this is to colleges, especially when they recalculate GPAs …

Hey folks, visiting some colleges soon and I'm earnestly trying to come up with a list of questions that'll give me a deeper understanding of what each college offers and if it's the right fit for me. …

Hey folks, I've been prepping for the application process and came across the Universal College Application. I know about the Common App, but which schools also take the Universal one? Is it worth fil …

I've been staring at the Common App essay prompts for a while now and I'm just not sure how to choose one that fits my story best. How did you all pick your prompt? Were there any examples you looked …

Hey everyone, I'm a junior feeling a bit nervous about my GPA. I've seen how competitive colleges are and I’m wondering: how important is my current cumulative GPA when it comes to admissions? Do coll …

Hi all! Currently a junior planning my senior year schedule, and I'm thinking of dropping Spanish BUT I'm worried about college admissions. I've taken 3 years already. Do most colleges require a forei …

I’m not sure how to start looking for HBCUs close to where I live. Are there any tools or maps online that could help me out with this? I'm hoping to visit a few, so proximity is key.

Hey peeps, I've been debating whether to take APUSH, AP World, or AP Euro next year and I’m kinda curious – which AP history class do y’all think is the hardest? Also, any tips on how to prepare for t …

I'm getting ahead of myself, but I'm super into representing my cultural heritage when I graduate. Do you guys think investing in a stole from an HBCU for my high school graduation is meaningful for c …

I'm in the middle of my college search and I'm specifically looking into HBCUs. I've come across Clark Atlanta University and I'm a bit confused – is it considered an HBCU? Any info would be super hel …

So, I’m working on my George Washington University app and I'm at the supplemental essay part. They ask why you want to attend GWU, but I’m not sure how specific I should get without being cliche. Any …

Guys, I'm totally into music and performance and I've heard that HBCU marching bands are something else. Can anyone share how being in an HBCU marching band has influenced their college experience? Do …

Hey everyone! I'm doing some research on HBCUs and I've heard some cool things about Dillard University. Can anyone share what the student community is like over there? Also, how good are their academ …

I've been getting more involved in extracurriculars this year, and I'm really interested in attending an HBCU. Can anyone share how their high school activities were viewed in their HBCU admissions pr …

Hey fellow students! My school uses a really weird grading scale and I want to convert my GPA for college apps. How crucial is it that I use the correct conversion scale? I’m worried I might make a mi …

I just got an invite to join the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) and I’m trying to figure out if it’s worth it. I've heard mixed things—does anyone know if it truly looks good on coll …