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I'm in the middle of my IB Diploma program, sweating over my Extended Essay and all the IAs, wondering if all this effort will pay off. Do colleges, especially the really competitive ones, value the I …
Y'all, I'm a sophomore turning junior this fall, and I'm wondering what are some tried-and-true study strategies for the SAT/ACT. Are there any specific resources or methods that work best over a long …
Hey guys! As an ambitious freshman, I'm curious if anyone has been able to take AP classes in their 9th-grade year. Do schools generally allow this, or do I have to wait until sophomore year?
Hi! I'm getting my application together for UVA, and I'm a bit stressed about the recommendation letters. Can anyone tell me if UVA requires a recommendation from my school counselor, or are teacher r …
Hope you're all doing well! I'm looking into online graduate certificate programs, and I'd love to support HBCUs. Does anyone know of HBCUs that offer reputable online graduate certificate programs th …
Can anyone here share their knowledge or experiences with Interior Design programs at HBCUs? I'm really into the creative arts and would love to learn more about my options at historically black colle …
I heard from some seniors at my school that you can go over the Common App personal essay word limit and that it's not a hard cap. Is that actually true, or should I be strictly adhering to the limit? …
Hey all, junior here getting a head start on the college research process. Civil engineering is the dream, and I'm keen on attending an HBCU. I’m looking for a program that has an emphasis on practica …
Hey guys, I’m already thinking ahead about grad school for psychology, and I'm curious if anyone knows whether psych masters programs consider your PSAT scores at all or is it just undergrad that look …
Hey guys, I've been looking into HBCUs and I’m really keen on the supportive community and history. I'm curious if there are scholarships specifically tailored for minority students at HBCUs. Has anyo …
Hi everyone. I'm a little stressed because my SAT/ACT score is not as high as I expected, but I do have a strong GPA. What strategies can I use in the college admissions process to play up my GPA and …
Just curious if anyone's managed to check their AP scores before the official release date? I remember hearing some rumors about a method to do it, and well, patience isn't exactly my strong suit lol. …
Hey everyone, I'm starting to think about internships and I've heard that there are some programs specifically aimed at students from HBCUs. I'm trying to plan my summer and I want to take advantage o …
I've always wondered, do colleges actually verify all the extracurriculars we list on our applications? I know honesty is key, but what's stopping students from exaggerating or fibbing a bit?
Feeling a bit stressed because I want to get work experience before I graduate. Does anybody know where to look for intern jobs that accept high school students?
As I'm putting together my application for Case Western, I'm a little anxious about the financial part. I've heard about their merit scholarships and was wondering if there are specific things I shoul …
Hi friends! As someone who's super into digital art and planning to make a career out of graphic design, I'm aiming for an HBCU with a strong program in this area. I’m seeking guidance on which HBCUs …
Raleigh seems to have a good education scene, but I'm curious about the HBCUs there. Can anyone share what kind of opportunities – like internships, research, or strong programs – they offer?
Hey peeps! I'm super interested in studying criminal justice in the future and I want to get some hands-on experience. Does anyone know of any internships or programs for high school students that foc …
Hey everyone, I'm a junior starting to look at colleges and I'm really interested in HBCUs. I'm also super into research and was wondering what kind of resources are typically available at HBCUs for u …