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As a junior starting to consider internships, I stumbled upon the Capital One HBCU Immersion program. Does anyone here have first-hand experience with it? What was the application process like, and ho …
Sports are a huge part of college life for me, and I want to stay updated and involved in HBCU sports scenes. Which online communities or forums like Onnidan are the most active, and what's the best w …
I’ve been looking at Hampton University as one of my top choices, but I'm curious about its reputation. Does anyone know where Hampton stands in the HBCU rankings, particularly for their programs in V …
I love poetry and I'm looking to blossom in an environment that’s nurturing and diverse for college. My dream is to develop my craft at an HBCU, but I'm not sure which ones have strong creative writin …
Hey everyone! I'm active in community service and I've been looking into the DC HBCU Alliance. Can anyone here share how being involved in such programs might affect a college application? I'm hoping …
Hey everyone, could you guys share any experiences with online HBCUs? How do they compare to in-person education at HBCUs, especially in terms of networking and resources? I’m curious because I have t …
Kind of stressed right now because I’m starting to look at colleges and their costs. Can someone explain how funding works for HBCU colleges? Like, are there good scholarship opportunities, and what k …
So I stumbled upon something called the HBCU CDAC and it seems like something I might be interested in. Does anyone here have experience participating in it or know what kind of activities and opportu …
Hey folks, I’ve been looking into a bunch of colleges and I'm really interested in HBCUs. I'm wondering how HBCUs are rated? Is there a reliable ranking system that covers these schools? Additionally, …
Stressing out a bit because Hampton is my dream school, but I'm not sure if my GPA is competitive. What’s the typical GPA requirement for Hampton University, and do they have a holistic admissions pro …
As someone who doesn't test well, I'm exploring test-optional colleges. I really admire the history and mission of HBCUs. Does anyone know if HBCUs are generally test-optional or if there's a growing …
Hey guys, my GPA isn't the strongest (hovering around a 2.0) and I'm feeling worried about my college options. I wanted to ask if there are HBCUs that accept a 2.0 GPA, and what the application proces …
I'm currently doing track and am very interested in pursuing kinesiology. I know some HBCUs offer this major, but I'm not sure if they look for anything different in applicants who want to pursue such …
I'm looking into continuing my education but I need to find a program that offers flexibility as I work full-time. Since I have a profound respect for the history and community at HBCUs, I'm wondering …
Hi guys, I just heard about the CIAA and how it's associated mainly with HBCUs. How impactful is being part of the CIAA for a student-athlete at an HBCU? Does it offer good exposure, or are there sign …
I've read a bit on the HBCU CDM Conference and it's kinda caught my eye. Does anyone know what typically goes on during this conference, and how it could benefit someone looking to go into digital med …
I'm a high school junior with a passion for graphic design and I really want to attend an HBCU. Can anybody point me towards ones known for their graphic design programs or exceptional art departments …
Hey friends! I'm a junior and heavily involved in my high school band. I've heard that some HBCUs offer band scholarships. Does anyone know how I can find out which HBCUs offer these and what the appl …
Y'all, I've been thinking a lot about Greek life, and I'm seriously considering joining a sorority when I get to college. For those of you at HBCUs or with knowledge about them, how do sororities impa …
Hey everyone, after watching Beyonce's Homecoming, which really showcased the HBCU culture and spirit, I'm curious about its effects. How do you think Beyonce's HBCU-themed Coachella performance has i …