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Alright folks, I am totally blanking on how to even start brainstorming ideas for my Common App. Got any tried-and-true methods or tips for kickstarting the idea process? I don't want to just write ab …
I'm on the lookout for productive ways to spend my summer and heard that some camps can be beneficial for high school students, especially when it comes to college apps. Can anyone share their experie …
Hey everyone, just a bit stressed here thinking about my SAT scores. I've taken the SAT a few times to improve my score, but I'm worried about how it looks to colleges. Can colleges actually see every …
Hey guys, kinda stressed here and need some advice. I've not been doing super great grade-wise and am wondering if it's at all common or even possible to repeat a year in high school to improve my GPA …
Hey guys, I’m a junior looking into mentorship opportunities and I've learned about mentoring programs like HBCU First. I'm curious about how to get involved and what the benefits are. If you've been …
I've been trying to strategize my college applications and I’m curious if it’s possible to apply via Early Decision to one school and Early Action to others at the same time. Is that allowed, or are t …
Hey, I've been thinking a lot about the college culture and the educational opportunities available at HBCUs. I'm particularly drawn to the ones in Florida because of family ties to the state, but I'm …
Alright peeps, I'm super passionate about animal science and I've heard some HBCUs offer great programs. Could anyone recommend some HBCUs with solid animal science majors? I'm trying to compare progr …
Hey guys, pretty stressed here thinking about the Math section without a calculator. Any tips on how to ace this part? I'm good with numbers but the time pressure freaks me out. Also, if you have sugg …
Oops, I missed the registration deadline for the upcoming SAT. Is there any way I can still sit for the exam, or do I have to wait for the next available date? Are there late fees?
I’m a junior juggling school work and exam prep, and I plan to take both the SAT and ACT. Does anyone have any tips for balancing study time between the two without burning out? I’m struggling to find …
Hey guys, I got invited to receive the 'Congress of Future Medical Leaders Award of Excellence' and attend their event. It sounds cool and all, but I'm not sure about its legitimacy and value. Does it …
So Tufts is pretty high on my dream school list, but I'll be honest, the price tag is a little scary. Just wondering, does Tufts offer any merit scholarships that could help offset the cost for studen …
I've heard that HBCUs have an amazing community vibe and I'm here for it! But does anyone know if there's a significant difference in the sense of unity or the types of community activities offered at …
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 …