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Benefits of attending a local HBCU vs. out-of-state?

So I've got this local HBCU that's not too far from home, and I'm wondering if there are any real benefits to staying local for college. How do the experiences differ from going to an HBCU that's out …

a year ago

Georgia Tech Essay Tips Needed!

Hey y'all! I'm applying to Georgia Tech and I want to make my essay as good as possible. Anyone got tips or advice on what to focus on while writing the essay? Thanks in advance!

a year ago

Advice on writing the FIT essay

I'm working on my application to the Fashion Institute of Technology, and I'm a bit stuck on the essay part. Can anyone offer tips or suggestions on how to write a strong essay for FIT? I'm feeling a …

a year ago

Writing a strong essay for nursing-related programs?

I'm applying to colleges with nursing-related majors and I want to make sure my essay reflects my passion and commitment to the field. What are some tips or suggestions on how to make my essay stand o …

a year ago

Which HBCU is known to be the most competitive?

I'm up for a challenge and I’ve heard that some HBCUs can be quite selective. Could anyone share what's considered the most competitive HBCU right now?

a year ago

New Jersey High School Internships?

Hello, fellow juniors! I'm trying to find internships in New Jersey for high school students. If you've participated in one or know of any stellar opportunities, please share them with me! Thanks in a …

a year ago

What does HBCU pride signify for current students and alumni?

Hey everyone, I’ve noticed a lot of HBCU pride merch around and I'm just curious - what does HBCU pride mean to you if you're a current student or an alum? I’m trying to get a student perspective on t …

a year ago

Difficulty of engineering degrees

Hello fellow students! I'm considering pursuing an engineering degree in college, but I've heard that it can be really tough. Can anyone share their experience or give me an idea of how hard it actual …

a year ago

Curious about oldest HBCUs: Which one is the first in the South?

Hello all! I'm exploring the roots of HBCUs and was wondering which one holds the title of the oldest in the Southern United States. I'm trying to understand regional history in the context of HBCUs. …

a year ago

Environmental Science Internships for High Schoolers

I'm really passionate about environmental science and want to pursue an internship or volunteer opportunity in that field during my junior year. Where can I find opportunities that are open to high sc …

a year ago

Can anyone explain how Caltech's Restrictive Early Action works?

I'm considering applying to Caltech and noticed they offer Restrictive Early Action. Does anyone know how that differs from regular Early Action or Early Decision, and what are the implications if I a …

a year ago

Engineering career difficulty?

So, I'm interested in becoming an engineer, but I'm not sure about the difficulty level of this career path. Could anyone shed some light on how tough it is to go through the educational and professio …

a year ago

Creative ideas for getting community service hours?

Hey everyone, I'm looking to get more involved in my community and rack up some service hours for college applications. What are some unique or fun ways you've found to fulfill your community service …

a year ago

What's unique about attending an HBCU like Marshall University?

Hey guys, I'm considering applying to some HBCUs and Marshall University caught my eye. I wanted to ask if any of you know what distinguishes Marshall from other HBCUs in terms of campus life, academi …

a year ago

Is a 3.6 GPA good enough for top colleges?

Really stressing out here—do you guys think a 3.6 unweighted GPA is competitive enough for top-tier colleges? Or should I be doing more to pad my academic resume?

a year ago

How long is the AP Environmental Science (APES) test?

Hey guys, I’m taking APES and I’m just wondering about the test length. How long does the APES test typically take? Any insight will be appreciated!

a year ago

New HBCU developments?

As a junior looking at colleges, I'm interested in the latest developments at HBCUs. Are there any exciting updates or changes at these institutions that I should be aware of when considering them for …

a year ago

Tips for Raising GPA?

I'm currently a junior and I feel like my GPA could use a boost before I start applying to colleges. Any suggestions on strategies or resources that you've found helpful for improving your GPA? Thanks …

a year ago

Where can I find internships for high school students in San Francisco?

I live in SF and I'm entering junior year. I really want to get some internship experience before I graduate. Can anyone recommend where to look or good opportunities for high school students in the S …

a year ago

Experiences with Miles College as an HBCU?

Could someone share their experiences at Miles College? I'm curious about life at an HBCU and how it stacks up in terms of opportunities and campus culture.

a year ago
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