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Feeling stuck, guys. I can't decide whether to enroll in college or join the military post-high school. Anyone else feeling this way or have any advice on how I can make this heavy decision?

Hi! I'm contemplating on the idea of signing up for the military after college. Can someone provide insight on what the transition is like from being a recent grad to serving in the military?

So, I'm debating on going to college before enlisting and I know a degree can affect your rank. Can anyone provide details on what starting rank one could expect with a college degree?

Hey there, I'm an upcoming senior whose parent serves in the military. I'm currently looking at state colleges in Virginia and was wondering about the type of support and resources they provide for mi …

Is there anybody out there who started their college journey while still in active military service? What was your experience like and what specific obstacles should I prepare for?

Does anyone know if St. Joseph's College in NY has services specifically tailored towards military students? Just trying to weigh all my options here. Appreciate any info!

Hey folks, I was just wondering if there are any veterans or people currently serving in the military who have experience with St. John's College. Would you say the school provides good support and re …

I've been hearing that graduating from senior military colleges gives an edge when pursuing an active duty position. Could anyone help me understand how true this is and if so, how does this work exac …

Hi, guys. I'm preparing paperwork for Senior Military College applications and I can't seem to shake off this nervousness about not meeting their requirements. Could anyone shed some light on what the …

I've seen a lot of different lists detailing military college rankings, but, most don't really break down what's taken into consideration for their ranks. What are some of the key factors contributing …

So, I want to go to a senior military college, but there isn't one anywhere near me. I'm a bit worried about living far from family and adjusting in a totally different environment. Do you think the l …

Hey folks, I'm icing over the decision between going to a senior military college or a military academy, and I honestly don't know which one to choose. Could you help me out by sharing some pros and c …

Hey everyone, I've heard that the military provides free college education for their active duty members. Could anyone provide some insight into how this program works? What are the specific qualifica …

I'm a high school junior applying to Georgetown and I'm pretty eager to get my application right. I know recommendations letters can make or break. What should I tell my recommenders to focus on?

Applying to GWU, folks. Does anyone know what kind of spin they prefer in recommendation letters? I'm hoping to get some clarification on this.

Hello everyone! I need some help with applying to the University of Toronto's Engineering program. Does anyone know the specific requirements for letters of recommendation for this program?

Hey, I am planning on applying to Emory and I'm a bit stressed. Is it beneficial if a teacher in the subject I wish to major in writes my letters of recommendation? Do they look for anything special?

Hey! So I'm considering Elon for my undergrad application mix. I've heard they put an emphasis on letters of recommendation. Is this true? What should my recommenders focus on writing?

Hi everyone, quick question. I'm thinking of applying to East Carolina University (ECU) for undergrad and I wanted to know more about their requirements for letters of recommendation. Any help would b …

Hey guys, I'm a junior keen on applying to Duke University. I've been doing some research and know that letters of recommendation play a key part in the app process. Does anyone have any insight into …