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How can I find out which HBCUs offer D1 football programs?

Hey guys, I'm doing some research into colleges and I'm trying to find out which HBCUs have Division 1 football teams. Does anyone know where I can get a list or if there's a resource out there for th …

11 months ago

Decoding SAT Subscores: What Do They Really Tell Colleges?

Alright, so the SAT provides these subscores and I'm puzzled about how much they actually matter. Does anyone know how colleges interpret these detailed scores? Should I be targeting any particular su …

11 months ago

What's the latest in HBCU baseball and how does it affect prospective student athletes?

Hey all! I'm a junior and a pretty decent baseball player. I'm seriously considering playing for an HBCU but I'm not up to speed on the current state of HBCU baseball programs. How do the rankings wor …

11 months ago

Celebrating National HBCU Week

Hey, did anyone participate in National HBCU Week this year? As a junior looking into colleges, I'd love to hear how you all got involved and what sort of events took place. Do you think these events …

11 months ago

What are the benefits of joining a tennis team at an HBCU?

So, I've been playing tennis for my high school and I love it. Considering tennis programs at HBCUs for my college career, but what are the actual benefits of being a part of one? Are there opportunit …

11 months ago

Ignite HBCU Excellence Act - What's That About?

Hello! I've heard a little about the Ignite HBCU Excellence Act and that it could impact campus facilities and opportunities. Can someone explain what this act entails and how it might affect a studen …

11 months ago

How important are dance teams in HBCU band culture?

Hey guys, I've always been fascinated by the vibrant culture of HBCUs, especially the show-style marching bands. I'm curious to know how important the role of band dancers is within this community? Ar …

11 months ago

Any insight on what being part of a fraternity like Q-Dogs at an HBCU entails?

I'm thinking about Greek life, and the 'Q-Dogs' have caught my attention. Does anyone have experiences or info about what being part of such a fraternity at an HBCU involves? How does it compare to ot …

11 months ago

How do public HBCU rankings influence their reputation and should they affect my college choice?

I see lots of rankings for public HBCUs, but I'm not sure how much weight I should give them. Do these rankings significantly influence the reputation of these schools, and how should they play into m …

11 months ago

Exploring Medical Programs at HBCUs

As I'm planning to pursue a career in medicine, I'm looking into different colleges' pre-med tracks and medical programs. Do HBCUs have strong medical programs, and how would one go about comparing th …

11 months ago

Has anyone connected MaiaLearning to their Common App? Need help!

Our school uses MaiaLearning for college planning and I heard you can sync it with the Common App. Can anyone walk me through the process to connect MaiaLearning to the Common App? I'm not sure where …

11 months ago

How prominent is Greek life at HBCUs and how can it affect my college experience?

Hello peeps, junior here considering HBCUs and I'm really curious about the Greek life there. How dominant is Greek life on HBCU campuses? I’m interested in joining for networking and the strong sense …

11 months ago

HBCU colleges with no application fee?

Hey everyone! I'm starting to narrow down my college list and I've got a real interest in HBCUs. I'm trying to keep costs down as much as possible. Does anyone know which HBCUs don't have an applicati …

11 months ago

Any tips on how to track volunteer hours for high school most effectively?

Yo, so I'm volunteering at different places and I need to log these hours for school, but I want to make sure I'm doing it right. How do y'all keep track of your hours and ensure everything is recorde …

11 months ago

How Bad Is Skipping Class for College Admissions?

I've skipped a couple of classes this semester, nothing chronic, just here and there. Could this negatively affect my high school record for college admissions if it doesn't impact my grades? Or do co …

11 months ago

Are there exclusive HBCU debit cards?

I saw somewhere online about HBCU-branded debit cards and I'm kind of curious. Do these actually exist? If so, are they linked to any benefits for students, like discounts or banking perks? Thanks for …

11 months ago

Are there any HBCUs in Iowa, and what programs do they offer?

Hey y'all! Just trying to expand my college search and I was wondering if there are any HBCUs in Iowa specifically? If so, could someone tell me what kind of programs they're known for? Really trying …

11 months ago

CLEP Exam Retake Interval?

If someone needs to retake a CLEP exam, what's the minimum amount of time you have to wait before you can sit for it again? I want to make sure I leave enough time to study in between, just in case.

11 months ago

Can someone give me the scoop on Virginia HBCU schools?

Hello friends! I'm doing my college search and I've got family in Virginia, so I'm curious about the HBCU scene there. Can anyone share their thoughts or insights on the HBCU schools in Virginia? Are …

11 months ago

Curious about UChicago's likely letters—anyone willing to spill the tea?

Just wondering if anybody here's got a likely letter from UChicago? They're kinda hush-hush about admissions, so I'm dying to know more about these letters. If you've got one, what does it entail and …

11 months ago
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