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How does the cost of attending an HBCU compare to other universities?

Hey friends! I’m seriously considering attending an HBCU, but I need to get a clearer picture of the financial commitment. Could someone share their knowledge or experience with the cost of HBCUs comp …

a year ago

Does participating in competitive sports like D1 volleyball at an HBCU differ from other schools?

As a junior who's really into volleyball, I'm exploring the idea of playing at the college level. Could anyone share their experiences or insights into what it's like to be part of a D1 volleyball tea …

a year ago

What's the Future Act and How Does it Affect HBCUs?

Can someone explain what the Future Act is all about and its impact on HBCU funding and resources? Want to understand more about how this legislation affects colleges that I'm interested in.

a year ago

What makes an HBCU public vs. private and how does that affect student experience?

I've been researching HBCUs recently and I noticed that some are public while others are private. Could anyone explain the difference between public and private HBCUs and how that might affect my coll …

a year ago

Is Appalachian State Considered an HBCU?

I’ve been looking into Appalachian State but can’t seem to find a clear answer—is App State classified as an HBCU? Also, what implications will this have on my college experience and the diversity I m …

a year ago

D3 HBCU experiences, anyone?

Hey fellow juniors and seniors, I'm serious about continuing basketball in college and D3 sounds like it could give me a good balance between sports, academics, and other college activities. I haven't …

a year ago

Exploring every HBCU in the US?

I feel a tad overwhelmed with the thought of checking out every HBCU in the US. Where should I even start? Is there a checklist or a recommendation on how to narrow down the list based on my academic …

a year ago

How many HBCUs are there in Florida?

I'm trying to make a list of HBCUs to consider and I realized Florida might be a cool place to study. Can someone tell me how many HBCUs are located there, and if they have strong programs in the scie …

a year ago

Which HBCUs have top-tier Medical programs?

Hi all, I've been aiming for a career in medicine and I'm looking into HBCUs for my undergrad. Does anyone have recommendations on HBCUs that have excellent pre-med or medical programs?

a year ago

What nursing programs are available at HBCUs in North Carolina?

Kinda stressed but still hopeful here. I'm planning to go into nursing and I really respect the history and culture of HBCUs. Can someone tell me about HBCUs in North Carolina that offer strong nursin …

a year ago

HBCUs with competitive football programs for a student-athlete?

So I've been playing high school football and I'm thinking about continuing at the collegiate level. I’d love for that to be at an HBCU. Can anyone weigh in on HBCUs with football teams that also prio …

a year ago

HBCU excellence in Mass Communications – which school to choose?

Is anyone here from an HBCU with a great Mass Communications program? I'd love to get your input on faculty, internships, and overall program quality.

a year ago

Can involvement in HBCU baseball camps improve my extracurriculars?

So, I'm a junior and I've been considering attending some HBCU baseball camps to amp up my skills and maybe get some good extracurriculars down for my college apps. Do you guys think these camps are s …

a year ago

Are band programs a big deal at HBCUs?

I've heard HBCU bands are pretty legendary—is joining the band a good way to get involved? Do band members get scholarships or have a strong community?

a year ago

Are there HBCUs with standout cybersecurity majors?

I've been doing a coding bootcamp and I’m totally hooked on the idea of going into cybersecurity. I want to support HBCUs and was hoping someone here can help point me to some that offer solid cyberse …

a year ago

What are the application deadlines for HBCUs for fall admissions?

Running a tight schedule here and I need to make sure I don't miss any deadlines. Can anyone share a rundown of application deadlines for HBCUs for fall admission? I'm looking at multiple colleges and …

a year ago

How do HBCU bands compare to traditional college bands?

Just saw some clips of HBCU drumlines and wow, they're super intense! Does anyone know how being in a HBCU band compares to being in a non-HBCU college band? Is the experience super different, and how …

a year ago

What HBCUs accept a 3.0 GPA?

Hey folks, I'm currently a junior with a 3.0 GPA and I'm super interested in attending an HBCU. Can anyone share which HBCUs have accepted students with similar GPAs? I'm trying to gauge my chances an …

a year ago

How do I secure the 1890 HBCU Scholarship?

Does anyone know the ins and outs of the 1890 HBCU Scholarship? What are the qualifications, and does it apply to all HBCUs or just certain ones? Tips on applying would be great too!

a year ago

Pre-Law at HBCUs: Where to Apply?

So, I'm in my junior year, and I'm starting to think about colleges. I'm really interested in pre-law and committed to applying to HBCUs. Does anybody know which HBCUs offer strong pre-law tracks or h …

a year ago
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