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Hey y'all, as a student deeply invested in a future medical career and passionate about preserving HBCU legacy, what are the top HBCUs for pre-med programs? Any insights on their success rates for med …
I try to keep up with college sports, and I've stumbled upon the HBCU Sports Network. Any sports fans here familiar with it? How does it compare to mainstream sports networks in terms of coverage and …
What's up guys, I need to rack up some community service hours for high school graduation and college apps. Any suggestions on where to find opportunities that might not be super well-known? I’m looki …
Alright so my GPA is not the best, it’s hovering around a 3.0 and I'm trying to keep it real with my college expectations. I’ve got pretty decent extracurriculars and I'm working on my essay-writing s …
I'm a junior from the West Coast and really interested in exploring schools outside of my comfort zone, especially HBCUs in the South. Has anyone here gone to an Alabama HBCU and what's the vibe like? …
Hey y'all! I'm from Texas and really interested in staying close to home for college. I've heard some HBCUs here are pretty big – does anyone know which is the largest and what unique advantages it mi …
I've recently started to look at college rankings as I shortlist my options, and I'm particularly interested in the HBCUs. What factors should I consider when looking at HBCU rankings to make a more i …
I've heard a ton about personal statements and supplemental essays, but I'm kind of lost on how to structure them. Is there a standard college essay format that admissions officers prefer, or does it …
Hey guys, I'm a junior in HS and I'm starting to look at colleges where I might want to play basketball. HBCUs are on my list but I'm having trouble figuring out which ones have strong basketball prog …
What's up everyone! Quick question - when is the best time to take the ACT for the first time? Is the end of junior year too late? Just trying to balance this with all the other stuff going on.
I keep seeing colleges labeled as HBCU/MSI and I'm a bit confused about what that means. How does this designation affect the college experience and what should I know as a prospective student?
I caught wind that some HBCUs have been experiencing an enrollment boost. Can anyone shed some light on this? I’m genuinely fascinated to know why this might be happening and how it impacts the campus …
Hey guys, I'm sure this has been asked before but when should I really start the college application process? I'm looking for any advice on not just when to start, but also things like when to visit c …
I heard that after the pandemic some states dropped the SAT requirement, but is that still the case, or are there states that have brought it back as a requirement? I'm trying to plan whether I need t …
I've been hearing a lot about the notable network and successful alumni from HBCUs. Could someone list some famous HBCU alumni who’ve made significant impacts? This could be really inspiring and might …
Hey everyone! I'm considering going to community college first and getting an associate's degree before transferring to a four-year university. Do you guys know if these credits will transfer to any c …
Hey everyone, I've been really interested in pursuing a degree in business and I know HBCUs have a rich history and strong communities. Can anyone shine some light on which HBCUs are known for their s …
I love writing and want to add some awards under my belt before application season. Can anyone recommend some reputable writing contests for high school students that colleges might look favorably upo …
I’m a passionate volleyball player and I’ve heard some HBCUs have amazing teams. How would I go about highlighting my volleyball skills and interest in HBCUs in my college applications?
Haven’t been able to find much info—is there an HBCU associated with Texas Christian University? If there is, how does it integrate with the larger university environment?