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I'm planning on taking the CLEP Calculus exam and I'm curious if doing well can give me a little boost in the admissions process, especially for STEM programs. Thoughts?

I'm quite into athletics and considering my options for college sports. Does anyone know if HBCUs generally have Division 1 sports, and if so, could you share your experiences or what you've heard abo …

I've got an elective slot open next semester and I'm considering a financial literacy class. Do colleges value this sort of class? Will it give me an edge or should I focus on something more tradition …

Hey everyone, so Ive been looking into taking a few CLEP exams to save on college credits and costs, but the fees are kind of steep for me. Does anyone know if there's a process to apply for a fee wai …

Yo guys, quick question. I've heard Deion Sanders has been making waves in the HBCU community, and I'm curious about how his involvement has affected the perception of HBCUs in sports and the media. H …

I've been really interested in the history and legacy of HBCUs, but I'm also wondering how they are evolving with current educational trends. Are there any well-known transformation projects or initia …

I'm a history buff and I've been trying to compile a list of colleges known for their history majors. What should I keep an eye out for when researching, and does anyone know colleges that are particu …

So, as I'm putting together my college list, I'm super interested in HBCUs for their history and culture, but also wanna make a strategic choice. Besides the rankings, what other factors should I cons …

Yo guys! USC is at the top of my dream schools and I'm trying to streamline my admissions process as much as possible. Can anyone here confirm if USC accepts the Common Application, or is there a sepa …

I've always imagined college as this huge community of people, and that's the kind of environment I want. What are some of the largest HBCUs out there, in terms of student population and campus size?

Has anyone been to an HBCU 'Battle of the Bands'? I’m super curious about the culture and what those events are like. Do they help you to connect more with the school's community and spirit? Also, are …

Okay, so I'm sweating over here trying to figure out what score I should be aiming for on the Biology CLEP exam. Does anyone know what’s considered a pass, or what score is good enough to get me colle …

Hey guys! I'm a bit stressed trying to figure out my college list. I've heard the term 'DMV area' thrown around and that it has a rich history of HBCUs. Can anyone tell me which HBCUs are located ther …

Hey folks! So I’m a high school junior and also a pretty dedicated football player. I've seen some HBCU football camps advertised and wondered if attending one could help my college application stand …

I'm looking into law programs at HBCUs for my undergrad pre-law track or maybe even for law school. Anyone know which HBCUs offer law programs or where I might find a comprehensive list?

Hey y'all, I'm starting to fill out my Common App and I've reached the activities section. How detailed should I be in describing my extracurriculars? Should I focus on leadership positions, the numbe …

Hey guys, so I'm planning to apply ED to one of my dream schools and I came across this 'ED Signature' section on the Common App. Could anyone demystify what exactly this is and whether it's mandatory …

Hey, I'm a high school junior really into STEM, and engineering is at the top of my list for majors. I'm drawn to the community and history of HBCUs, and I'm wondering if their engineering programs ar …

Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle here. I've just submitted my application through the Common App to my early choice college, but I think there's more I could add to my activities section for the …

Hello everyone! I've been trying to figure out where I stand with a 3.1 GPA. I know it's not the highest, but I've been involved in a lot of extracurriculars. Does anyone have insight on how this GPA …