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Hey guys, just starting to prep for the SAT and feeling a bit overwhelmed. Could someone give me a rundown of the overall structure of the SAT? Like, how many sections are there, what types of questio …

I'm in the middle of my college search and I'm trying to include some HBCUs on my list. Is the location of an HBCU super important in terms of opportunities, networking, and internships? How much shou …

My school is super small and doesn't have a lot of clubs. I'm thinking of starting one to show initiative and leadership for my college app, but I want it to be interesting and unique. Anyone got any …

Hey folks, I'm considering applying to HBCUs in Georgia and I'm super curious about what the campus life is like. Can anyone shed some light on their experiences or the overall vibe at these schools? …

I'm working on my application for Georgetown and a bit anxious about my rec letters. Can anyone tell me how much weight they hold in the admissions process? Trying to figure out who to ask that would …

I've been told that my writing tends to be too simple and that I should use more sophisticated vocabulary in my essays. Does anyone have strategies or resources that helped them learn and effectively …

I'm trying to plan my summer and I want to take advantage of programs that could help me grow academically or professionally. Are there any free summer programs in NYC that are geared toward high scho …

Hey everyone, I'm brainstorming topics for my supplemental essays and I have a burning question. I'm passionate about a few hot-button issues and I'm considering writing an argumentative essay on one …

Does anyone have strategies for dealing with all these early college application deadlines? I feel like they're coming up fast and I'm worried I'll miss something important or not give myself enough t …

Hey guys, so next year is gonna be pretty hectic for me, and I'm looking to add a couple of AP classes that are known to be on the lighter side. I already have a solid amount of rigorous courses, but …

Hey peeps, I'm in a bind. I need to decide whether to take the SAT or ACT, but I'm not really clear on how they stack up against each other. Like, is the math harder on one? Or one is better if I've g …

Hey everyone, I'm super passionate about wildlife and looking to major in zoology. I've been really interested in attending an HBCU, but I'm having trouble finding information about HBCUs with strong …

Hi everyone, I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with deciding on which test dates I should sign up for the SAT/ACT. I'm a junior and I want to make sure I have enough time to prep and possibly retake if ne …

Hi everyone! I’m in the midst of deciding on my potential major for college apps, and I'm really curious about the sciences. I was wondering, which science majors do people often consider the hardest, …

Hey everyone, I'm a bit confused about the whole FAFSA situation. Could someone explain exactly what kind of tax information I need to get from my parents? They're not super tech-savvy, so I'm trying …

I’m trying to figure out if I should go for a B.A. or B.S. in Biology. What exactly is the difference, and does it matter in terms of job prospects or grad school later on? Does one look better to col …

Hey everyone! I'm a junior and I've been part of my high school's dance team for a few years now. I'm totally into the whole HBCU majorette scene and was wondering how much would being on a majorette …

So, writing about myself is... weird. I want to showcase my accomplishments and growth without coming off as pretentious in my essays. Any tips on striking that balance?

I deeply enjoy writing poetry and I'm considering entering into competitions. Does anyone know of any poetry contests that are currently open for high school students? I'm hoping to both challenge mys …

Hi friends, I'm a Hispanic female student looking to apply for grants and I've heard there might be specific ones for someone with my background. Does anyone have experience with finding these grants …