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Hey there! I'm aspiring to become a doctor and I'm drawn to the idea of studying at an HBCU for undergrad. Does anyone have insights on which HBCUs have strong pre-med programs, and how supportive the …

Hi fellow juniors! So, I’m starting to draft my college application essays and I’ve added a few HBCUs to my list. I've read that they might emphasize certain aspects more than other colleges, like com …

I'm starting to look into colleges for a tech-related major, and I'd really like to support an HBCU, but I'm not sure if that's the best path for a tech career. Does anyone here know if HBCUs have str …

I'm a junior really passionate about photography and I'm starting to look at colleges. I want to support HBCUs and also get a strong education in photography that will prepare me for a career. Does an …

Feeling a little stressed because college is expensive and I've been eyeing HBCUs. Does anyone know how to increase my chances of landing a full ride at an HBCU? Any specific scholarships I should loo …

Okay folks, I’m a bit worried about the photo requirements for the SAT registration. Can someone break down what exactly is needed? I've heard of people having issues with this on test day, and I real …

Hey folks, I'm super into bio and want to pursue a major in it, but I also wanna experience the culture and community that HBCUs offer. Does anyone have recommendations for HBCUs with solid programs i …

Hi guys! I’ve been thinking a lot about campus life and I’m leaning towards HBCUs. Does anyone have insights into the atmosphere or things to do on campus? Just trying to get a feel for the day-to-day …

Hey everyone! I'm super curious about how the atmosphere and opportunities at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) might differ from those at other colleges. For those who've experienc …

Hi folks! I've heard a lot about the close-knit communities and vibrant campus life at HBCUs, and I’m super interested in experiencing that culture. Unfortunately, I live pretty far away from most HBC …

Hey, I’ve been hearing mixed things about an 'adversity score' being part of the SAT. Can someone explain what it is and how it impacts our college applications? I'm a bit confused about whether it's …

I’m a junior trying to figure out my college list and I really love the idea of the community at HBCUs. I’m curious though, how does the on-campus housing situation at HBCUs impact the overall college …

Does anyone know of HBCUs with strong neuroscience undergraduate programs? I'm super keen on brain sciences and I'd love to support an HBCU community while pursuing my major.

The test anxiety got to me and my ACT scores aren't great. I've heard some colleges don’t require the ACT anymore? Are there HBCUs on that list where I could maybe apply without submitting my ACT scor …

I noticed people talking about recruiting rankings a lot – anyone know how much weight these actually carry for HBCUs, and what impact it has on their programs?

Hey team, I'm a junior from Philadelphia exploring my options for college, and I'm drawn to the cultural and educational impact of HBCUs. Could anyone familiar with the Philly area point me toward nea …

Hey everyone, I've been looking at different colleges for athletics and came across some HBCUs with strong programs. As a white student, I'm curious about the experience and opportunities for white at …

Hey everyone! So, I've been looking at potentially attending an HBCU for med school and was really curious if there are any located in Florida. Also, if you happen to know how they're viewed in terms …

I’m a junior in high school and looking for colleges with solid track and field programs. I'm especially interested in attending an HBCU. Could anyone drop some names of HBCUs that have such programs …

Hey everyone! I'm starting to plan out my SAT study schedule and I heard there might be changes to the SAT format coming soon. Can someone fill me in on what changes are expected for the 2023-2024 cyc …