I've heard about the 'six military colleges' but I'm not entirely clear on which schools make up this group. Could someone shed some light on this for me?
Of course! The 'six military colleges' are often termed as the Senior Military Colleges in the United States. These are colleges that are recognized by the United States Department of Defense as providing a highly disciplined education, training, and physical conditioning - with a focus on military leadership.
1. The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina (Charleston, South Carolina)
2. Norwich University (Northfield, Vermont)
3. Texas A&M University (College Station, Texas)
4. Virginia Military Institute (Lexington, Virginia)
5. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Blacksburg, Virginia), commonly known as Virginia Tech. It has a Corps of Cadets program which operates in the tradition of a military college, while most students are civilians.
6. University of North Georgia (Dahlonega, Georgia)
It's worth mentioning that these colleges, while promoting military discipline and leadership, still offer regular degree programs. This means you do not necessarily have to seek a career in the military after graduation.
Again, be sure to look into each of these individually to find a fit that's right for you - some may be more "military-focused" than others. It's also important to clarify - attending a military college isn't the only path to a career in military service, so there are plenty of options to consider based on your goals.
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