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HBCUs with the largest campuses?

Yo! I'm all about that campus life and considering an HBCU for college. Can somebody drop the name of the HBCU schools known for having the largest campuses? Does a bigger campus translate to more res …

11 months ago

AP Macroeconomics difficulty

Hey all! I'm considering taking AP Macroeconomics next year. Could someone who's taken the class let me know what the difficulty level is like? Was it manageable, and what should I expect in terms of …

11 months ago

High School Essay Contests Worth Entering?

Hey friends, I'm looking to challenge myself and add a little something extra to my college app. Does anyone here know of any reputable high school essay contests? Bonus if there's a prize involved!

11 months ago

Considering HBCUs: Pros and Cons?

Hey everyone! I’ve been thinking a lot about whether I should apply to an HBCU. Can anyone who’s been through the process share some honest pros and cons about their experience? I really want to make …

11 months ago

How do HBCUs rank in terms of diversity?

Hey everyone, as I'm researching colleges, I’ve been particularly interested in HBCUs. Can you guys share which HBCUs are known for having the most diverse student body? Diversity is a big factor for …

11 months ago

Best ways to create a great Common App essay?

Hey there! I'm starting to draft my Common App essay, and I want to make sure it's really strong. What makes a great Common App essay? Are there any tips or resources you'd recommend for writing an im …

11 months ago

Examples of good college papers?

This might be a weird request, but can anyone share college paper examples that impressed them? I want to get a sense of what's expected at the college level and how I should step up my writing game. …

11 months ago

Spelling clarification: is it extracurriculars or extraciriculars?

I've seen both spellings being used, and I want to make sure I'm using the correct term in my college applications. Can someone please clarify the correct spelling for me? Thanks!

11 months ago

Are smaller HBCUs a good choice?

I'm leaning towards a more tight-knit college experience, and I've read that some HBCUs have smaller enrollment sizes. Is attending a smaller HBCU beneficial in terms of community and support? Any cur …

11 months ago

Ideas for a meaningful research project?

I'm trying to decide on a research topic that I'm passionate about and that would showcase my academic interests to colleges. What are some good topics for a high school research project? How can I de …

11 months ago

Pitt application decision timeline

I applied to Pitt and I'm super nervous. Does anyone have any idea how long they take to make a decision? I’d love to hear about your experiences!

11 months ago

Looking for College Essay Application Examples

I'm starting to work on my college application essays and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. Can anyone recommend resources for finding good examples of successful essays? I'd like to get a better underst …

11 months ago

What's it like playing football at an NAIA HBCU?

I'm thinking about playing football in college and have been looking at some NAIA HBCU options. Can anyone share their experiences or what the culture and support is like for student-athletes at these …

11 months ago

Why choose an HBCU for college?

Hey guys, I’m in the middle of my college search and I'm really curious, what are the unique reasons that might make someone choose an HBCU over other schools? I want to understand what sets these ins …

11 months ago

Worthwhile High School Honor Societies?

Hi everybody! Recently, my school introduced a bunch of different high school honor societies. I'm eager to join one but I'm not sure which ones are considered 'worthwhile' when applying to college. A …

11 months ago

Starting an NHS Essay?

I'm applying for the National Honor Society and need to write an essay as part of the application process. I'm struggling to figure out how to start it, though. Any tips on what to include and how to …

11 months ago

What's the HBCU scene like in Middle Tennessee?

Hi guys! I'm considering colleges and wanted to get a feel of the HBCU presence in Middle Tennessee. What are the options and how strong is the community?

11 months ago

How important are football programs in choosing an HBCU?

I’ve been hearing a lot about HBCU pride and their football teams, and I'm super into sports. Can someone fill me in on how much the football scene should influence my decision on which HBCU to attend …

11 months ago

Got any creative college essay title ideas?

Hi everyone! I'm working on my college essays right now, and I'm stuck on creating a catchy title. Does anyone have fun examples or tips on how to come up with creative titles for college essays? Than …

11 months ago

Is Pre-Calculus as tough as people say?

Hey! I'm going to be taking Pre-Calculus next year, and I'm a little stressed out about the difficulty level. For those who have taken it, how did you find the class? Are there any resources that help …

11 months ago
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