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Just out of curiosity, does the founding date of an HBCU matter in any way when applying? Like, do older HBCUs have a different prestige or academic environment compared to newer ones?
Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to a few HBCUs and I've heard a ton about the homecoming events. Can anyone share how attending a homecoming at an HBCU has influenced their college experience o …
Hey everyone, I've been thinking about where to apply and considering some HBCUs. Given that I'm a little anxious about racial discrimination in college, I'm wondering if HBCUs might be more supportiv …
Hey guys! I'm a junior who's super passionate about soccer, and I've been wondering how the soccer programs at HBCUs stack up against other schools. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge on …
Hey guys, I'm super interested in the unique culture and history of HBCUs, but I'm not African American. Would it still be worth applying to one? Do they welcome diversity and do you think the experie …
Hey folks! I've been reading up on how HBCUs are funded, and it got me thinking – does the level of government funding HBCUs receive have any effect on how colleges view applicants from these schools? …
Hi everyone! I'm passionate about tennis and I'm starting my college search. I've heard a lot of great things about HBCUs and I'm curious if any of them have particularly strong tennis teams. Can anyo …
Hey everyone, I’m really into business and considering applying to HBCU business schools. I've read about programs like the 'Goldman Sachs HBCU Possibilities Summit'. Does anyone have insights on how …
Hey everyone, I've been doing some research on HBCUs and noticed that many have partnerships with various organizations and companies. Can someone explain how these partnerships impact the student exp …
Hey everyone, I'm really passionate about pursuing a career in nursing and I've heard that some HBCUs have great programs. Does anyone here have experience with nurse anesthesia programs or other nurs …
Hello! I'm currently a junior in New York and starting my college search. I'm really interested in attending an HBCU and hoping to find one not too far from home. Got any suggestions for HBCUs nearby, …
Hey everyone, I'm really passionate about sports and how the human body works, and I'm determined to pursue a career in kinesiology. Can anyone point me toward any HBCUs that have strong kinesiology p …
As someone who's aiming for a career in leadership and management, I'd love to get insights on how an HBCU might provide unique advantages or support for my educational and career path, especially in …
I want to network and get noticed by HBCUs. Does anyone have tips for making the most out of HBCU recruitment fairs?
Hey guys, I've been looking into HBCU's and noticed Harris Stowe State University. Could anyone share experiences or benefits from attending Harris Stowe or other HBCUs? I'm interested in understandin …
Dance is my life, and I want to keep it center-stage during my college years. Does anyone know HBCUs with strong dance programs? Bonus points if they offer a variety of dance styles or performance opp …
Hello everyone! I’ve been looking into HBCUs and noticed that some have their own radio stations. Could anyone share how these radio stations contribute to campus life? Do they offer good opportunitie …
Hey folks, I've been checking out some HBCUs and I'm eager to learn more through community discussions! Does anyone here have experience with HBCU message boards or forums? Are they a good place to ge …
So I've seen in movies and heard that tailgate parties at colleges are epic, but I don't really know what they're like at HBCUs. Can anyone from an HBCU share what the tailgate tour is like? Is it a g …
Hey fam, I’ve been playing lacrosse for years and it’s a big deal for me to continue in college. Do you guys know of any HBCUs with a solid lacrosse program where I could possibly play? Any insight wo …