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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

Best way to document volunteer hours?

I've been doing some volunteering in my community and want to make sure I'm documenting my hours correctly for college applications. What's the best way to track and present my volunteer hours, and an …

a year ago

NHS Essays: Where can I look at high school student examples of National Honor Society essays?

I'm trying to write my essay for the National Honor Society application and feeling stuck. Any sources for examples that can point me in the right direction?

a year ago

Logging Community Service Hours?

Hey everyone! I've been doing some volunteering recently, and I realized I need to keep track of my community service hours for college applications. What's the best way to log these hours and make su …

a year ago

Which HBCUs offer strong medical programs?

Hi folks, I'm planning to pursue a career in the medical field and I'd love to attend an HBCU. Does anyone know which HBCUs have reputable medical programs?

a year ago

Recalculating GPA by colleges

Hello everyone! I just learned that some colleges recalculate your GPA during the admissions process. Can someone explain how this is done and what factors colleges consider when recalculating your GP …

a year ago

Approach for writing a 'college essay about yourself'?

I'm working on this college essay prompt that essentially asks to 'tell us about yourself,' and it's so open-ended I don't know where to start. Any advice on picking an angle that stands out but still …

a year ago

How Do Public HBCUs in Atlanta Stack Up?

I’m a junior starting to look at colleges and have a growing interest in public HBCUs. For those who know about or attend a public HBCU in Atlanta, what's your take on the academics, campus life, and …

a year ago

Early Decision acceptance rate?

Hi there! I'm a high school junior and I've been learning about Early Decision (ED) as a college application option. I know it can boost your chances of getting accepted, but by how much? Are there an …

a year ago

Does anyone have experience with the HBCU MBA programs online?

I'm exploring options for my future and I've been interested in pursuing an MBA at an HBCU. Can anyone share their experiences with online MBA programs offered by HBCUs? How are the programs in terms …

a year ago

Getting into NHS

Hey guys! I'm really interested in joining the National Honor Society (NHS) at my school. Can anyone share their experiences and give me some advice on how to get in? What requirements or characterist …

a year ago

What does HBCU stand for, and what history should I know?

Hey guys, I keep hearing about HBCUs, but I'm not totally sure what they stand for or their significance. Can someone break down the history and purpose behind HBCUs for me? Want to be more informed b …

a year ago

Any cool research topics for high school students?

Heyy! So I've got this research assignment coming up, and I'm struggling to find an interesting topic. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!

a year ago

Hospital Internships for High Schoolers?

Hello! I'm a junior who's really interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. I've been looking into high school hospital internships but I'm struggling to find any in my area. Does anyone ha …

a year ago
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