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Hi pals, I'm currently sitting at a 2.7 GPA and I'm a bit stressed out about admissions. I heard that some HBCUs accept a 2.5 GPA. Does this mean the school is less competitive, or do they consider ot …
Hey everyone, so I'm applying to several HBCUs and I'm kind of confused about how strict their application deadlines are. Are they usually firm on the cut-off dates or do they have some leniency? My w …
Hey fam, I'm a junior starting to look at colleges and I've got HBCUs on my list. Just wondering if anyone thinks it's worth taking a few campus tours? I want to get a feel of the student vibe and see …
Hey friends! I’ve been doing some research and I'm really interested in what HBCUs have to offer in 2022, like events, initiatives, or any new programs. Does anyone know where I can find a calendar or …
I'm a student athlete thinking about a career that keeps me close to the sports world. Are there any HBCUs that have great Sports Medicine programs?
I'm starting to think ahead to college apps and I'm really interested in majoring in social work. I would love to attend an HBCU, so I'm wondering if any of you know which HBCUs have strong social wor …
Rice is high on my list and I want to make sure I ace the supplemental essays. For Rice applicants, how did you manage to address the prompts while incorporating your personality and demonstrating fit …
Confused junior here trying to figure out score conversions. How does the SAT raw score translate to the scaled score that colleges see? And does this conversion change yearly or is it consistent over …
What’s up, friends! Junior year's got me thinking about college, and I’m really interested in sports management. I’ve been looking at HBCUs because I want to be part of that community. Can anyone tell …
Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out which HBCUs have the best Mechanical Engineering programs. I'm looking for a program with strong industry connections and internships. Thoughts?
There's an upcoming HBCU Celebration event and it's getting a lot of buzz. I'm just wondering how these types of events enhance the college experience for students. Do celebrations like these offer ne …
I'm super passionate about journalism and I'm considering going to an HBCU for college. Can someone tell me which HBCUs are known for having strong journalism schools or programs?
So I heard that some companies offer fellowships for HBCU students and I'm super into animation. Does anyone know if companies like DreamWorks have any fellowship programs specifically for HBCU studen …
Hey everyone! As I'm exploring colleges, I'm really interested in the sports scene at HBCUs. I'm an athlete, and I want to go to a school where I can thrive both academically and athletically. Can you …
I'm starting to scope out colleges and I'm really interested in attending an HBCU. Can anyone share their experiences with HBCUs that are known for their strong academic programs, specifically in the …
Hey guys! I’ve been thinking ahead and I'm interested in possibly pursuing a graduate degree in business at an HBCU. Could anyone share their experiences or insights into the business graduate program …
Hey guys! So I'm really into public relations and I want my college experience to be enriched with a focus on African American culture and history. I'm looking into HBCUs and wondering if anyone knows …
Hi friends! Just wondering, do colleges value participation in events like HBCU nights or other HBCU-related events during high school? I attended the 'HBCU Night' at a Celtics game and was super insp …
Just feeling a bit anxious here, guys. Planning on taking some online classes from an HBCU because of personal scheduling issues. But I'm worried; does anyone know if the quality of online classes mat …
Can someone explain the D1 football presence among HBCUs? Really interested in playing at the next level and embracing the HBCU experience, but not sure what my options are. Are there any HBCUs that a …