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Is a 2.5 GPA good enough for college success?

I have a 2.5 GPA in my current college courses, and I'm concerned about how this GPA will be perceived if I decide to transfer or apply for internships. Is my GPA too low, and if so, should I work on …

9 months ago

Converting GPA from a 10 to 4-point scale

My high school uses a 10-point scale for GPA, but most colleges I'm interested in seem to use a 4-point scale. How do I convert my GPA from a 10-point scale to a 4-point scale? Will colleges do this c …

9 months ago

How can I get tickets to the Michael B. Jordan HBCU Classic?

Yo, does anyone know how the ticketing works for the Michael B. Jordan HBCU Classic? I'm super into basketball and I'd love to attend!

9 months ago

Need help finding a major that suits me

I'm a junior and starting to think about college majors. Problem is, I have no clue what I want to study! How did you guys figure out your majors? Are there any resources I can use to help me find a m …

9 months ago

Choosing the Right Public HBCU School

Hey team, I'm a junior committed to attending an HBCU, but I'm undecided about private vs. public. Can someone drop some wisdom on the standout factors of public HBCU schools that could sway my decisi …

9 months ago

Does NYU conduct interviews for prospective students?

Hi all, I'm in the process of applying to NYU and I was curious if they offer interviews as part of the admissions process. If they do, is the interview required or optional, and what's the general fo …

9 months ago

Can anyone share their experience with HBCU physical therapy programs?

I'm aiming to apply for a physical therapy program at an HBCU and would like to hear from anyone who’s gone through it. What was your experience like and how well did the program prepare you for your …

9 months ago

Studying for APUSH Unit Tests?

APUSH is beating me up lately, and I really want to ace my next unit test. Any advice on how to study efficiently for APUSH and what resources you found most helpful? Thanks a lot!

9 months ago

Impact of Significant Donations on HBCUs?

Hey fellow juniors and seniors, I just read about some huge donations to HBCUs and am kinda intrigued. Do you guys think these donations will significantly change the student experience there, like im …

9 months ago

Looking for ethical persuasive speech topics for class

My teacher assigned a persuasive speech project for our class, and we have to choose an ethical issue to discuss. I'm struggling to find a topic that's engaging and interesting. Do you guys have any s …

9 months ago

How should I connect with HBCU alumni during my college search?

I'm looking into HBCUs, and I think talking to alumni could really help me understand the culture and community. What kind of questions would be good to ask HBCU alumni to get a genuine feel for the s …

9 months ago

How involved are HBCU alumni in current students' campus life and networking?

Hi all! I'm curious about the role alumni play in HBCUs. Do HBCU alumni associations actively participate in mentoring current students, or are there strong networks for post-graduation opportunities? …

9 months ago

Starting a new high school club: ideas?

Hey there, I'm a junior in high school and I want to start a new club at school, but I'm struggling to come up with ideas. Can you guys suggest some interesting and engaging options? Preferably, it sh …

9 months ago

HYPMS - How Important Are Extracurriculars?

Aspiring HYPMS applicant here! 🔥 I know GPA and test scores are super important, but I've heard that extracurriculars can be dealbreakers too. What kind of ECs do these schools typically look for? How …

9 months ago

Essay writing competitions for high school students?

Hi everyone! I'm trying to find some essay writing competitions to enter as a high school junior as a way to practice my writing skills and potentially win some awards. Does anyone know of any reputab …

9 months ago

Length of scholarship essays?

I've been applying for a few scholarships lately and I'm not sure how long these essays should be. To those who've written scholarship essays before, any suggestions? Thanks in advance!

9 months ago

Are full ride scholarships available at Harvard?

Hello there! I'm stressing a bit about college expenses and I was wondering if Harvard offers full ride scholarships to incoming students? If so, what do I need to do to be considered for these schola …

9 months ago

High-paying jobs in history?

Hey everyone! I've always had a passion for history and was wondering what kind of high-paying jobs are available for someone with a history major. I'd appreciate any suggestions or insights. Thanks!

9 months ago

Understanding the IB Higher Level (HL) Courses

Hi! I'm planning my course schedule for next year, and I've heard that IB Higher Level (HL) courses are more challenging than standard ones. Can anyone explain the differences between HL and normal IB …

9 months ago

Insights on Public HBCUs in South Carolina?

I'm curious about my options for college and considering public HBCUs in South Carolina. Would anyone be willing to share their experiences or knowledge about what these schools have to offer, especia …

9 months ago
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