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Hey, does anyone have info on what the HBCUs in Washington state are known for? I'm all over the place with my college list right now and trying to figure out if I should consider any HBCUs from this …

Yo, I'm a junior and a varsity volleyball player. I'm considering an HBCU for college and was wondering how the volleyball rankings might affect my recruitment chances. Does being at a top-ranked HBCU …

I recently heard about the White House HBCU initiative while researching colleges. Could someone explain what this initiative entails? Also, how does it impact students, especially those considering a …

Has anyone taken the Chemistry CLEP exam? I'm exploring ways to earn college credit before actually getting to college to save some time and money. How did you prepare for it, and do you think it was …

Okay, so I'm choosing my senior year courses, and I’m kinda stressed. I heard that some colleges want you to have taken pre-calculus. Is this true? If so, how many colleges actually require it, and is …

Should your Common App essay be related to your intended major, or is it better to show a different side of you that isn't directly associated with your academic interests?

I recently heard about Alabama State and that it's an HBCU. Can anyone tell me more about its recognition and reputation? I'm looking for schools with strong community engagement and vibrant student l …

I’m always on the lookout for cool extracurriculars, and I just found out about the AT&T HBCU Innovation Challenge. It sounds like an awesome opportunity, but I'm not sure how it's viewed by admission …

Hello, I'm a junior and I've stumbled upon CLEP exams as a potential way to get ahead. But, I'm a little bit stressed about overloading myself. For those who've taken CLEP exams, did you find they wer …

Hey everyone, junior here thinking about my college list, and I'm intending to include several HBCUs. I'm really curious about how the application process might differ from non-HBCUs. Are there unique …

Sports are a big part of my life, and I'm curious if there are any HBCUs that are Division 1 and could offer me the chance to continue my athletic career at a collegiate level. Does anybody know?

What's up, guys! So, I'm a junior looking into art programs, and I've heard HBCUs offer some unique perspectives and environments. Does anyone have a clue about how competitive the art programs are th …

Hey everyone, Ive been really considering applying to some HBCUs and I'm super interested in participating in their community events. Does anyone know how involved students can get in HBCU homecomings …

I'm slightly worried about my GPA not being super competitive. Are there HBCUs known for having lower GPA requirements that I could look into, or should I focus on improving other parts of my applicat …

I've been researching Bethune-Cookman University and I'm really interested because it’s an HBCU. Could anyone share their experiences or insights regarding the school's culture, academics, and extracu …

As I'm planning to apply to Purdue, I know I need to nail the supplemental essays. For anyone who's been through this, how did you tackle the prompts? Were there any specific themes or experiences tha …

Hey folks! I'm starting to narrow down my college options, and I really want to go for nursing at an HBCU in Texas. Can anyone share insights on the best HBCU nursing programs in the state or experien …

Hey everyone, I've been looking into HBCUs and I was just wondering if there is a specific region in the United States where HBCUs are predominantly located? I'm trying to figure out how regional dive …

As I'm exploring my college options, HBCUs have caught my eye because of their cultural significance and unique environments. I'd love to learn some cool or lesser-known facts about HBCUs that I might …

Hey everyone! I've been pretty interested in the unique culture of HBCUs and have been trying to learn more about their events, like the battle of the bands and homecoming showcases. Can anyone share …