Navigating HBCUs: A Parent's Guide to Historically Black Colleges & Universities

Join HBCU admissions expert, Christopher, and
Senior Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Howard University, Carla, on Tuesday, May 13 at 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET.

Discover the unique landscape of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and gain valuable insights into admissions, campus culture, and the powerful opportunities these institutions offer.

Helping Your Student Thrive at an HBCU Starts Here!

From changes in admissions policies and DEI programming, to shifts in federal and state funding, families are facing an evolving college landscape. At the same time, more students than ever are recognizing the value of HBCUs and setting their sights on these powerful institutions.

Join us for a parent-focused webinar where we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about HBCUs and how your student can thrive in the application process. We’ll take a holistic look at how these institutions foster Black professional success, support student identity, and build powerful, connected communities.

You'll uncover:

The recent surge in HBCU applications and enrollments—and what that means for your child’s admissions strategy.
The impact of federal and state policy shifts on HBCU funding and DEI initiatives.
A breakdown of the application process—including the Common Black College Application (CBCA) and how to approach it.
How financial aid actually works at HBCUs, and the scholarship opportunities that often go overlooked.

Bonus: All attendees will receive a free copy of our Collegewise Guide to HBCUs, packed with research, application strategies, and insights from admissions experts.

Christopher Logan

Master Collegewise Counselor, Data Analyst, and Yale Graduate

Christopher is pretty good at winning. They’re a champion ballroom dancer, National Merit Scholar, and two-time recipient of Yale’s Light Fellowship. If we include high school, there are about a million debate trophies, Science Fair Awards, National History Day awards, and statewide essay competition victories added to the list. In their free time, Christopher goes to a competitive spin studio, where they’ve only met one person who can (sometimes) beat them. And did we mention they speak French, Spanish, and Korean?

Carla Goodwin

Senior Assistant Director Of Undergraduate Admissions at Howard University

After graduating from Georgetown University with a double major in Psychology and African American Studies, Carla quickly discovered her fascination with college admissions—an intricate process she sees as one of the world’s true wonders. Driven by a passion for connecting with others, she launched her career as an Admissions Counselor at George Mason University, where she now serves as the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions. As the visit experience manager, Carla curates meaningful campus and virtual experiences for students and families from all backgrounds, helping each visitor feel a little closer to “home.” Beyond Mason, she co-produces The Anchor Exchange, PCACAC’s podcast spotlighting the untold stories of admissions professionals and challenging the field to grow in empathy and impact.