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I’ve got the basics down for the most part, but punctuation on the ACT English section still trips me up, especially apostrophes and colons. Does anyone have any foolproof rules or resources that coul …
Hey guys, I'm really interested in attending an HBCU and I was wondering if anyone has tips or insight on the application process that's specific to HBCUs? Are there particular extracurriculars, cours …
Hey everyone, my school uses a weird weighting system for AP and honors classes, and I'm trying to figure out how this is gonna affect my college apps. Do admissions officers have a preference for wei …
Trying to find an HBCU with a strong arts program, and someone mentioned LA might have one? Anyone has the scoop on this?
Hey everyone! As a junior starting to look at colleges, I've heard Stanford really values 'intellectual vitality'. Can anyone share tips on how best to showcase this in my application? Examples from e …
Hey everyone! I'm doing some research and I'm curious about historical and recent enrollment data at HBCUs. Has there been a significant shift in numbers over the years, and what could be influencing …
I'm a bit anxious about not having the right ID on test day. Can someone please walk me through what's acceptable for SAT ID requirements? I've got a school ID and a driver's permit. Are both of these …
So I've been thinking a lot about my path after high school, and I'm considering an ROTC program. I've always wanted the HBCU experience, so does anyone have experiences or info on HBCUs that offer RO …
So, I’ve been part of my high school’s flag team for two years and I’m hoping to continue in college. Do HBCUs with flag teams consider this as an extracurricular when looking at applications? Also, w …
Curious junior here, aiming for schools with strong support systems. Can someone share info on which colleges have the highest graduation rates? I believe it might reflect on how well a school support …
I've been hearing a lot about free community college in the news, but I’m a little confused about the specifics. Does anyone here know if community college is genuinely free in some places, and what t …
Hey y'all! I'm in the process of researching colleges and HBCUs have caught my eye. I'd love to know from those who've applied or are currently attending, what makes HBCUs competitive? Are there certa …
I'm really passionate about biology and I'm strongly considering attending an HBCU because of their sense of community and unique cultural experience. Can anyone who's been through the biology program …
Hey everyone! I'm working on my Clemson app and I saw that the personal statement is 'optional'. Is it actually optional? Will it hurt my application if I don't submit one? I don't wanna miss out if i …
Hi y'all! I'm a junior looking at HBCUs and I'm trying to figure out the scholarship situation. How do scholarships at HBCUs work and what steps should I take to apply for them? Are there any scholars …
Hey everyone, I’m prepping for an upcoming college fair and feeling a bit overwhelmed with the idea of speaking to college reps. Got any must-ask questions that could help me understand if a college i …
Hey folks, I'm strongly considering applying to an HBCU for college, and I've heard a bit about merit scholarships they offer. But how do they actually work? Do all HBCUs have them, and what kind of g …
Morning, friends! I'm trying to improve my essay writing style and was wondering if anyone knows where I can find some high-quality prose examples from successful college app essays. I need some inspi …
So I've started looking into my college application list, and I'm thinking HBCUs could be a good fit for me. Can someone drop a list of HBCUs that take the Common App? And if you've applied, what was …
Okay, so I've got limited time outside of classes, and I need to choose between clubs or intramurals for my extracurriculars. Which looks better to colleges? I like both, but I really wanna boost my a …