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Hi peers, I'm reviewing my social studies course options for next year and want to make sure I'm prepared for college-level work. Currently, I'm debating between AP courses, dual-enrollment, or sticki …
Hey guys, just triple-checking here because I'm getting mixed messages from different sources. Does every college on Common App require a recommendation letter from my school counselor, or is that som …
Hello! I'm a sophomore and wondering which year most people take the PSAT 'for experience' before it actually counts. Should I wait until junior year or get a practice run earlier?
Hi all, I’m starting my college search and I’m super interested in the Atlanta scene. Can anyone from Atlanta or someone who's researched this give me the lowdown on which HBCUs in the city are the mo …
Hey everyone, I'm planning on taking the SAT this fall, and with all my other commitments, I'm wondering if dedicating three months to studying for it will be enough to get a decent score. Has anyone …
Hey squad, I'm super into interior design and I'm trying to figure out if there are any classes I can take while I'm still in high school. How do these classes influence my college applications, espec …
As I'm planning my college finances, the cost is a HUGE factor for me. Does anyone have insights on which HBCU is known for being the most wallet-friendly while still offering a solid education?
Hey everyone! I've been really into basketball lately and was thinking about how sports could affect my college experience. Does anyone know how competitive women's basketball is at HBCUs, and could t …
Hi guys! I'm super into the University of Oregon and planning to apply there next year. What academic areas or achievements do you think would impress the admissions team the most, considering UO's ac …
Hello everyone! I'm trying to get a sense of how many options I have, as I'm really interested in the history and the sense of community at HBCUs. Can someone tell me exactly how many HBCUs are there …
Kinda stressed here, but does taking Honors classes boost your GPA? Like, does it have a weighted GPA system, or does it just show course rigor?
Hey everyone, I've been hearing a lot about career fairs at HBCUs and how they can be a huge benefit for students. As a junior thinking ahead, how should I prepare for an HBCU career fair? What kind o …
This might be a silly question, but what are the real benefits of taking study hall in high school? I’ve got a pretty intense schedule and I’m considering adding a study hall to give myself a breather …
So, I'm a junior doing some college search and I wanna know more about D2 HBCUs. I'm kinda into both athletics and academics, and wondering how D2 HBCUs balance the two. Do student-athletes get enough …
Folks, I am looking to self-study for the Biology CLEP exam and I'm lost in the sea of materials online. Does anybody have recommendations for solid practice resources that actually reflect the exam c …
Hey everyone, so dance is a big part of who I am and I spend a lot of time at the studio. On the Common App, I want to convey the dedication and time commitment, but I also want colleges to see the le …
I have an interest in art and I’m looking at my elective options for next year. How do admissions officers view a ceramics class? Would taking it be seen as just a fun class, or can it actually add va …
I've heard a lot about this Common App thing and I'm just starting to look into colleges. Can someone give me a rundown of what the Common App is and why it seems like every student uses it for colleg …
Yo, friends! I'm super geared up to go pre-med but also feeling the pull toward the HBCU atmosphere. For those in the know, what are the top HBCUs for students prepping for med school? Any info on the …
Hey folks, I'm currently a junior and I've been pretty invested in high school football. I'm looking at colleges and considering HBCUs. I know that some have strong football programs, but how importan …