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Hey folks! Real talk: I'm considering majoring in classics, but I'm not exactly sure about the career prospects or if it would be respected in the college app process. Can anyone who's taken this path …
Hey everyone! Starting to prep my Common App and I’m a bit confused about the courses and grades section. Do colleges want to see every single class I've taken in high school, including that one-off e …
As I'm entering my senior year, I'm looking for internships but not sure which ones are suited for someone at the high school level. Any advice or suggestions?
Hello friends, I'm in the midst of researching potential colleges where I can pursue a career in physical therapy. I've been really interested in possibly attending an HBCU, but I'm not sure which sch …
Hi there! I'm a junior starting to look at colleges, and I'm interested in studying business. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about strong HBCU business programs? I’m looking for schoo …
Hi friends, I'm pretty tight on budget and can’t really afford a professional essay editing service. Does anyone know of any free online resources that can help me polish my college essays? Maybe a se …
Hey guys, I've heard mixed opinions on this and I'm a bit stressed now. If you turn in your SAT or ACT scores early, like way before app deadlines, does it actually make a difference in your admission …
Hello friends! I'm tasked with writing an essay to showcase my creativity for my college app and I'm a bit stumped. What are some elements or themes that make a creativity essay really stand out to ad …
I've got a bunch of extracurricular projects and I'm wondering if submitting supplemental materials, like a portfolio, to Cornell can actually tip the scales in my favor. Has anyone done this and feel …
I've been wrestling for most of my life, and I want to continue in college. I'm leaning towards an HBCU for the culture and history. It's kind of a niche sport, so I'm wondering if anyone knows about …
This might sound like a newbie question, but my school uses a 100-point scale and I'm not sure how to convert my GPA to the 4.0 scale that most colleges use. Can anyone suggest a trusted way to conver …
Hey all, I'm trying to figure out if I should prioritize applying to the top-ranked HBCU. Could someone shed some light on the specific benefits of attending such an institution for undergrad, especia …
Hello! I'm living outside the South but have been interested in HBCUs for a while. However, the out-of-state tuition can be a deal-breaker. Are there any HBCUs that offer waivers or discounts for out- …
Hey guys! Juggling academics and extracurriculars is already tough - I want to make sure I pick an HBCU where I can thrive and, well, graduate on time. Does anyone know which HBCUs have notably high g …
I need to submit a character reference letter with some of my college applications but I'm not sure what to include. Has anyone here written one before? What did you highlight about yourself, and who …
Starting to fill out applications and I’m seeing some of my schools are on both the Coalition app and the Common app. Is there any major difference between the two, or advantages to using one over the …
Ive been kinda stressing because my GPA isn't the strongest, it’s around 2.6 and I'm worried that it'll hold me back. I was wondering if there are colleges known to accept students with GPA like mine? …
Panicking senior here! 😬 Just found out one of my recommenders is running late with their letter. Can I submit it after the app deadline, or is my application toast?
I've recently heard about Disney's HBCU Week and I'm kinda curious... Does anyone know how it helps high school students? Like, do they provide any special programs or scholarships that could make goi …
I’m a junior and my schedule is super packed. If I have to choose between PSAT and SAT prep due to time constraints, which one would colleges care more about? Also, do PSAT scores matter if you're not …