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Hey guys, I'm trying to plan my application submissions and I’ve heard that some schools have early deadlines. Does anyone know which colleges typically have an October 15th application deadline? I wa …
I've managed to land an interview for a scholarship and I'm a little bit stressed about it. Could someone share the types of questions I might face and how to prepare for them?
Has anyone here done the Economics for Leaders program over the summer? I'm looking into summer programs that could help give my college apps a boost, and I’m interested in econ. Is it a good program, …
Really into basketball and wondering if going to an HBCU would affect my chances of playing at a competitive level. Does anyone know how the HBCU basketball scene stacks up against programs at other s …
As I'm compiling my application for Cornell, I'm realizing I need to nail the Letters of Recommendation part. Any advice on how to approach my teachers or how to guide them to write a recommendation t …
Hey guys, I'm brushing up on my SAT grammar, and it’s a bit overwhelming. Can anyone point out the top grammar rules I absolutely need to know to nail the writing and language section of the SAT?
Mid-junior year and already feeling the pressure of crafting the perfect college application essay. I hear a lot about 'showing' rather than 'telling' and having a hook, but I’m stuck. Anyone willing …
I recently heard about the Georgetown summer high school programs and, as an aspiring political science major, it sounds like a fantastic opportunity. But are these programs actually beneficial when i …
I'm planning my med school journey, and I want to make sure I consider all the HBCU options. Does anyone here have a full list of HBCU medical schools or can direct me where to find one? Thanks in adv …
Feeling a bit overwhelmed here - there's a decent list of HBCU colleges out there and I'm not sure how to narrow it down. What should I be looking for in an HBCU, and do the differences in ranking sig …
So I'm exploring my college options and I'm really intrigued by the close-knit community at HBCUs. I'm not African American, though, and I'm wondering if there are any non-African American students at …
Feeling a bit stressed here trying to draft my Personal Insight Questions. It feels like everything I write sounds generic. If anyone's comfortable sharing, I’d love to see some examples of PIQs that …
This might be a bit of a sensitive topic, but I'm genuinely worried. A friend of mine was caught cheating on a test. While it wasn't me, it made me wonder how something like that would affect someone' …
Okay, I’m thinking about starting a new club at my school next year and I want it to be something that colleges will find impressive and unique. Seniors or anyone who’s started a club, could you share …
I'm super interested in attending a single-sex institution and I value the HBCU experience - does anybody know if there are any all-women HBCUs, particularly in Georgia? If so, what are they like? Wou …
Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to a community college as a safe option. I've heard they might accept pretty much anyone who applies. Can someone tell me if community colleges actually have an …
I'm finding the whole process of registration, knowing what to bring, and all the things not to do kinda overwhelming... Does anyone have a comprehensive list or an 'encyclopedia' of sorts to manage S …
So, Atlanta has a number of well-known HBCUs, and I'm considering whether to apply. For those of you at city-based HBCUs, what's your take on the advantages or any drawbacks compared to non-city HBCUs …
Okay, my SAT/ACT is tomorrow and I'm kinda freaking out. Does anyone have any pro tips on what to do the night before or the morning of the test to help stay calm and focused? I've got my pencils read …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to prep my college applications and I'm a bit confused about the format. Does anyone know how the applications are generally structured? Are there significant differences be …