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Salut! I'm considering taking the French CLEP to fulfill my college language requirement early. For those who have taken it, how challenging is it compared to, say, high school French classes? Merci!
I've got a mentor who's not a teacher but knows my work ethic intensely. How can other recommenders, like coaches or employers, submit their recommendations on the Common App?
I'm a junior starting to plan college tours and I'm leaning toward HBCUs. I'd like to visit several on each trip to make the most of my time. Can someone tell me which state has the highest number of …
Hi everyone! I’ve been looking into vocational classes at my high school, like digital media and auto repair. I’m pretty hands-on and I think these skills are useful, but will colleges appreciate thes …
Hey all, I'm a freshman and I scored 1010 on the PSAT. Should I be happy with this score, or do I need to ramp up my prep for next time? Where does this put me in terms of readiness?
I noticed there's an HBCU Week Conference this year, and as a high school junior interested in HBCUs, I'm wondering if attending would be beneficial for me? Like, could it help with networking or lear …
I am a member of the Spanish Honor Society at my school and am wondering if it's recognized on the same level as the National Honor Society when it comes to college admissions, or if one is preferred …
Hi peers, I'm reviewing my social studies course options for next year and want to make sure I'm prepared for college-level work. Currently, I'm debating between AP courses, dual-enrollment, or sticki …
Hey guys, just triple-checking here because I'm getting mixed messages from different sources. Does every college on Common App require a recommendation letter from my school counselor, or is that som …
Hello! I'm a sophomore and wondering which year most people take the PSAT 'for experience' before it actually counts. Should I wait until junior year or get a practice run earlier?
Hi all, I’m starting my college search and I’m super interested in the Atlanta scene. Can anyone from Atlanta or someone who's researched this give me the lowdown on which HBCUs in the city are the mo …
Hey everyone, I'm planning on taking the SAT this fall, and with all my other commitments, I'm wondering if dedicating three months to studying for it will be enough to get a decent score. Has anyone …
Hey squad, I'm super into interior design and I'm trying to figure out if there are any classes I can take while I'm still in high school. How do these classes influence my college applications, espec …
As I'm planning my college finances, the cost is a HUGE factor for me. Does anyone have insights on which HBCU is known for being the most wallet-friendly while still offering a solid education?
Hey everyone! I've been really into basketball lately and was thinking about how sports could affect my college experience. Does anyone know how competitive women's basketball is at HBCUs, and could t …
Hi guys! I'm super into the University of Oregon and planning to apply there next year. What academic areas or achievements do you think would impress the admissions team the most, considering UO's ac …
Hello everyone! I'm trying to get a sense of how many options I have, as I'm really interested in the history and the sense of community at HBCUs. Can someone tell me exactly how many HBCUs are there …
Kinda stressed here, but does taking Honors classes boost your GPA? Like, does it have a weighted GPA system, or does it just show course rigor?
Hey everyone, I've been hearing a lot about career fairs at HBCUs and how they can be a huge benefit for students. As a junior thinking ahead, how should I prepare for an HBCU career fair? What kind o …
This might be a silly question, but what are the real benefits of taking study hall in high school? I’ve got a pretty intense schedule and I’m considering adding a study hall to give myself a breather …