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Which high school courses should I focus on if I'm undecided about my college major?

Hello friends! I'm a junior and currently trying to figure out my schedule for senior year. I'm undecided on my college major and wondering what courses I should be taking now to keep my options open. …

a year ago

Northeastern's HS Course Reqs?

I'm a junior getting my college list together and Northeastern is a top choice. Can someone explain what specific high school course requirements Northeastern University wants? I don't want to miss ou …

a year ago

How significant is the HBCU experience?

Hey everyone, I'm seriously considering attending an HBCU, and I just wanted to get an idea of how attending one might be different from a non-HBCU. I'm excited to embrace cultural history and make me …

a year ago

What strengths does Syracuse University have in its academic programs?

Hey everyone, could anyone tell me what majors or academic programs Syracuse University is particularly strong in? I’m trying to figure out if it’s a good fit for my interests in both the humanities a …

a year ago

How can attending an HBCU enrich my understanding of its history?

Hi all, as a potential future student of an HBCU, I'm eager to learn more about the historical journey of these institutions. Can someone share how deeply HBCU history is integrated into the student e …

a year ago

Which HBCUs in Texas should I look into for STEM programs?

Hello folks, I'm deep into my college research phase and I really want to study somewhere in Texas. I'm looking at HBCUs specifically, and I want to major in a STEM field. Can anyone share their exper …

a year ago

HBCU College Culture and Events

Hey everyone! As a junior starting to really dig into my college search, I've been fascinated by the unique culture at HBCUs. Can any students share their experience with special events, like the 'Lab …

a year ago

HBCUs in Indiana?

Could someone tell me if Indiana has any HBCUs? I'm trying to stay relatively close to home for college, but I'm super interested in attending an HBCU if possible. If there are any, a bit of insight i …

a year ago

Debating the Value: Why attend an HBCU over other institutions?

Hey team, I'm in a bit of a conundrum. I’m trying to understand the specific advantages or experiences that attending an HBCU could provide over other colleges. Do you think there’s something distinct …

a year ago

What exactly does 'HBCU' stand for and its significance in college sports?

I keep seeing 'HBCU' thrown around a lot, especially with regards to college football, and I'm slightly embarrassed to admit that I'm not quite sure what it stands for. I think it has a rich history, …

a year ago

Tips for high school students looking for study abroad opportunities?

So, I'm in a bit of a dilemma. I want to study abroad before I finish high school, but I'm not sure how to find the right program. Does anyone have strategies for sifting through all the options? Also …

a year ago

Exploring HBCU Culture: What's the biggest HBCU classic?

Hey y'all, I've been learning about HBCUs and their unique culture and I'm super interested in their sports scenes. I've heard about these events called 'classics' but can someone fill me in on what t …

a year ago

Comprehensive list of CLEP exams and corresponding college credits?

I'm a junior trying to get a head start on college credits. Does anyone have a comprehensive list of available CLEP exams along with the number of credits that you can earn for each one? How can I fin …

a year ago

What GPA do I need to maintain in high school to meet Morehouse College's requirements?

I've been checking out colleges and Morehouse caught my eye. Can anyone tell me what the GPA requirement is for high school students applying to Morehouse College? And is it a hard cut-off, or do they …

a year ago

Understanding the HBCU Community Experience

Hello fellow applicants! I’ve been thinking a lot about the sense of community at colleges, and I'm wondering if anyone can share what the community vibe is like at HBCUs? How would you describe the c …

a year ago

Minimum GPA for HBCU Admission?

Okay, so my GPA isn't super stellar, and I've heard that some HBCUs may accept a 2.0 GPA. Does anyone know if that's actually true? I'm stressing a bit since I'm interested in HBCUs, but my GPA isn't …

a year ago

What impact do sports, specifically football, have on the college experience at HBCUs?

I've been checking out some HBCUs and I'm really into sports. How big of a role does football play on campus life? Are the games a huge deal like they are at some other colleges? I want a vibrant coll …

a year ago

What HBCUs have the most competitive track and field programs?

Running track is my passion, and I'm trying to make a list of HBCUs with strong track teams. I want to continue to compete in college while also getting a quality education. Can anyone suggest some HB …

a year ago

How do I approach writing the BU supplement?

Could use some advice here, folks. I've got my sights set on Boston University and I'm wondering how to approach their supplement essay. Any pointers on what BU is specifically looking for? Should I f …

a year ago

What strengths does Binghamton University have in its academic offerings?

Yo folks, currently in the midst of college searches and Binghamton University caught my eye. I'm pretty open about my major, so I was wondering, what are the standout majors or strong programs at Bin …

a year ago
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