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Hello! I'm curious about what range is considered a great GPA. I know the highest is typically a 4.0 (unweighted), but at what point do colleges consider your GPA competitive enough for admission?

Just read about some HBCUs that have lost accreditation in the past, and it's got me worried. How do these colleges maintain their accreditation, and what's the plan if they lose it? Does it affect th …

Staring at my course selection sheet and feeling overwhelmed. Are there certain high school classes that colleges look for? Does it make a difference if I take more APs in one subject area or should I …

Hey everyone, getting caught up in decision anxiety here. I'm aiming for business, but I've always dreamed of Harvard, yet Wharton's rep is no joke in the biz world. How did you guys navigate choosing …

I'm having a hard time deciding on a topic for my Common App essay (prompt 1). What are some tips for coming up with a meaningful story or experience? I don't want to seem too generic or cliché. Thank …

As I'm writing my college essays, I'm not sure how to wrap them up effectively. Can someone please give me some advice on how to write strong conclusions for essays? What are some strategies or techni …

I'm a junior looking to beef up my extracurriculars and I'm super interested in finding some internships. Any tips on where to look for internships close to home that are open to high school students?

I've been really involved in HOSA throughout high school and was wondering about how this looks from a college admissions perspective. Does being active in HOSA clubs and competitions give a boost to …

Anyone know HBCUs with solid Athletic Training majors? I'm trying to find colleges with good support for student-athletes and hands-on training opportunities. If you've been through the program, how d …

Hey all! I'm planning out my schedule for next year, and I’m considering AP European History. For those who've taken it, how hard is the class and exam? I want to challenge myself but not get overwhel …

I've been looking at a couple of HBCUs and I'm super interested! Can anyone share some insight into the general price range for attending an HBCU?

Hey everyone, I'm feeling a bit stressed about my GPA situation. So I currently have a 2.5 and I'm wondering if there are colleges out there that will accept me. Are there any success stories or advic …

Hello, fellow high school friends! I'm a junior looking into Emory University, and I'm curious about their essay prompts. Would anyone be able to share some tips on how to approach the Emory essays? A …

I've faced a few significant challenges in my life, and I'm considering writing my college essay about one. How do I choose which challenge to write about, and what advice do you have for making sure …

I keep getting emails to fill out College Board surveys with the promise that they'll help with college stuff. Have any of you filled these out, and do they actually offer any value in the admissions …

I need some advice on how to approach the 'How did you spend your last two summers?' question on my college applications. Should I focus on my jobs, the skills I learned, or just cool experiences I ha …

I'm a junior in high school and I have been considering studying engineering in college. I wonder which engineering major is typically regarded as the least challenging. I'm definitely willing to put …

I’m starting to look into HBCUs and want to get an idea of which ones are usually considered top-tier. What factors contribute to these HBCUs being ranked in the top 20, and how might attending one be …

I’ve been dreaming about a career in diplomacy for a while now. For those in the know, what should I be focusing on in high school to set myself up for this path? Are there specific courses, extracurr …

Hey guys! I'm considering my college options and I'm curious, which HBCU in Virginia has the largest student body? I'm looking for a vibrant campus life and I figure size might be an indicator of that …