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I'm in the middle of my college search and I'm specifically looking into HBCUs. I've come across Clark Atlanta University and I'm a bit confused – is it considered an HBCU? Any info would be super hel …
So, I’m working on my George Washington University app and I'm at the supplemental essay part. They ask why you want to attend GWU, but I’m not sure how specific I should get without being cliche. Any …
Guys, I'm totally into music and performance and I've heard that HBCU marching bands are something else. Can anyone share how being in an HBCU marching band has influenced their college experience? Do …
Hey everyone! I'm doing some research on HBCUs and I've heard some cool things about Dillard University. Can anyone share what the student community is like over there? Also, how good are their academ …
I've been getting more involved in extracurriculars this year, and I'm really interested in attending an HBCU. Can anyone share how their high school activities were viewed in their HBCU admissions pr …
Hey fellow students! My school uses a really weird grading scale and I want to convert my GPA for college apps. How crucial is it that I use the correct conversion scale? I’m worried I might make a mi …
I just got an invite to join the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) and I’m trying to figure out if it’s worth it. I've heard mixed things—does anyone know if it truly looks good on coll …
Feeling a tad overwhelmed with starting my SAT prep, and I could use some advice. Do you guys have any general tips or strategies that made a significant difference in your scores? All help is appreci …
Anyone here passionate about fashion and thinking about college? I'm trying to find an HBCU with a great Fashion Design major. I'm looking for schools that not only have the major but also provide goo …
Got a big persuasive speech coming up for my English class and I'm drawing a blank. What are some impactful topics you guys have used or heard about that resonate well with high school audiences?
This might be looking a bit far ahead, lol, but I'm intrigued by the social aspects of college life and I've heard that HBCUs have some lit reunion weekends. Does anyone know how these events work and …
I’m planning out my schedule for senior year and I’m trying to challenge myself but not die from the workload 😅. Can anyone share their experiences with the hardest AP course they’ve taken and give so …
Quick question for those who've been through this process—what's the standard format for college-level essays? I know they're a big deal for applications and I want to make sure mine stands out in a g …
There's a lot of talk about the 'best' majors, but I'm curious about the other side. What factors should I look into that might make a major less desirable? Just want to make sure I'm considering all …
So, I'm at the point where I have to choose a foreign language to study and I'm torn. Does it make a difference to colleges which language I pick? Are there languages that might look better or be more …
Okay, so I'm prepping for the ACT, and math's not exactly my strongest suit. Do I need to memorize a ton of formulas, or are there just some key ones that I should know? If anyone's got like a cheatsh …
Hi everyone, I'm a junior interested in going to med school but I'm also a bit intimidated by some of the tough science majors. What would be the easiest major to take as a pre-med that would still fu …
Hey, so I’m an international student and I’m hearing a lot about the CSS Profile. Do I need to fill it out as well, or is it just for US residents? What’s the deal with financial aid for international …
With junior year grades coming in hot, I need to update my GPA for college apps. Does anyone know a good online GPA calculator that follows the 4-point scale and accounts for honors and AP classes?
I’ve been wanting to increase my extracurricular activities and I think volunteering could be a great way to do that. What are the best types of places to look into where I can make a real impact and …