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Is it a big deal if I don't join my school's honor society? Will it impact my college applications much? I have other ECs I'm committed to and I'm wondering how to prioritize.
Hey everyone, I'm torn between Harvard and Yale for my ED application. Both seem amazing, but I'm struggling to pinpoint which university would be a better fit for me considering the vibe, academic fl …
I'm struggling to write my 'Why Major?' essay for a few schools. Any advice on what I should focus on, and how to make it sound passionate and genuine? I would appreciate your thoughts!
I've got a 450-word essay due soon and I'm curious to know how many pages it typically amounts to. Does anyone have a general idea? Thanks for the help!
Hi! So, I'm working on my college apps, and some schools ask for a diversity essay. Can someone give me some pointers on how to approach this and what topics to include? Much appreciated!
Hey, guys! I've been trying to figure out my GPA from my letter grades. Do you have any recommendations for a reliable grade to GPA converter online?
Hey everyone, I'm applying to Harvard for the upcoming admissions cycle, and I'm super excited! What are some common questions that come up in the Harvard application, and do you have any tips on how …
Hey everyone, I've been looking into Mercer University and I'm confused about its status. Can anyone tell me if Mercer is recognized as an HBCU? Thanks a bunch!
I've heard a lot about HBCUs and their rich history, but I'm curious, with all the various options available now for college, what makes HBCUs stand out? Why are they still a popular choice for studen …
To my fellow AP Bio students, in your experience, which unit in AP Bio do you find the most difficult? I'd like to brace myself for what's to come and allocate more study time to challenging units.
I'm taking AP Lang this year and I'm wondering about the length of the test. Can anyone tell me how long the AP Lang test usually is? Thanks!
Hey, has anyone here applied to an HBCU that ended up closing down? How did you handle it in your college application process? Just wondering because I’ve been really interested in HBCUs and heard som …
Hi there, I'm currently working on my college list and I'd like to know about some relatively easy majors that still have good job prospects upon graduation. Can anyone give me some advice or share th …
When I'm filling out my college applications and they ask about other dependents, how many should I include? Do I count just my siblings or do I include other people like grandparents who are living w …
So, I'm looking into computer science summer camps and wondering if they'd make a difference for my college apps? They're kinda pricey, so I want to make sure it's a good investment. Would love to hea …
With some high schools using a 4.0 scale, some a 5.0, and others with different systems, I'm lost. Could someone help me understand how different GPA scales compare and how colleges look at them?
So I'm from the Northeast and I'm curious about HBCUs in New York. Does anyone know if there are any located here and what the campus life is like? I'm trying to stay close to home but still want that …
Hello! I'm applying for the Hispanic Scholarship Fund and I need to ask for a recommendation. What's the best way to approach a teacher for this? Should I pick a teacher that knows me really well or o …
The idea of graduating college debt-free is super appealing, so I'm searching for HBCUs that offer full ride scholarships. Has anyone here scored a full ride at an HBCU, and what was the process like?
I keep seeing 'Melanated and HBCU Educated' all over social media, and I’m pumped about it. Can someone fill me in on its significance and how it impacts the student experience at HBCUs?