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Hey everyone, I'm starting to look at colleges and I'm really interested in HBCUs. Could anyone enlighten me on how the application process might differ for HBCUs compared to other schools? Are there …

Hey everyone, as a junior starting to look at colleges, I’m really curious about Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). I heard that there are bus tours that let you visit multiple camp …

I'm thinking about continuing football in college and I'm super interested in the HBCU vibe. Can anyone share what it's like to be part of an HBCU sports team, specifically football? How's the recruit …

Ever since I was little, my dream was to fly. Now that I'm looking at colleges, I'd love to pursue my passion at an HBCU. Does anyone have recommendations for HBCUs with strong aviation programs?

Hi folks! I'm a junior trying to look for colleges where I can potentially walk-on for football. Does anyone know which HBCUs are Division 1 football schools? I'm really hoping to find a school with a …

Hey everyone! I'm really passionate about entrepreneurship and I'm considering attending an HBCU that offers strong support for business majors. Does anyone know which HBCUs are recognized for their b …

I heard ATT has some involvement with HBCUs but I'm kinda confused about what it exactly is. Does anyone know if it's a scholarship program or something else? Looking for ways to support my college jo …

Hey peeps! I’ve started to think about my Common App essay and brainstorming some ideas. Does anyone know if the Common App prompts change every year or can I start working on them now, confident that …

Hello friends! Trying not to panic while I'm looking into nursing programs at HBCUs in Texas. Does anyone have experience or knowledge about the quality of these programs? Looking for something that b …

Hi friends, I've been doing some research on potential career paths and I’m intrigued by the idea of becoming a basketball coach at an HBCU. Does anyone have insight into what that career looks like? …

Ok, so I'm a junior thinking ahead about college and I really enjoy communications – like media, PR, journalism, you name it. Which HBCUs are known for their communications programs? If anyone has per …

Okay, so I’ve been dancing since I was 5 and I'm totally set on joining a dance team in college. I've seen some incredible performances by HBCU dance lines and I'd love to be a part of that culture an …

Hi pals, I'm currently sitting at a 2.7 GPA and I'm a bit stressed out about admissions. I heard that some HBCUs accept a 2.5 GPA. Does this mean the school is less competitive, or do they consider ot …

Hey everyone, so I'm applying to several HBCUs and I'm kind of confused about how strict their application deadlines are. Are they usually firm on the cut-off dates or do they have some leniency? My w …

Hey fam, I'm a junior starting to look at colleges and I've got HBCUs on my list. Just wondering if anyone thinks it's worth taking a few campus tours? I want to get a feel of the student vibe and see …

Hey friends! I’ve been doing some research and I'm really interested in what HBCUs have to offer in 2022, like events, initiatives, or any new programs. Does anyone know where I can find a calendar or …

I'm a student athlete thinking about a career that keeps me close to the sports world. Are there any HBCUs that have great Sports Medicine programs?

I'm starting to think ahead to college apps and I'm really interested in majoring in social work. I would love to attend an HBCU, so I'm wondering if any of you know which HBCUs have strong social wor …

Rice is high on my list and I want to make sure I ace the supplemental essays. For Rice applicants, how did you manage to address the prompts while incorporating your personality and demonstrating fit …

Confused junior here trying to figure out score conversions. How does the SAT raw score translate to the scaled score that colleges see? And does this conversion change yearly or is it consistent over …