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Experiencing William and Mary

Hey guys, I'm planning to visit William and Mary soon. It's one of my top choices and I really want to understand the campus culture and the vibe there. What should I focus on during my visit? Any par …

a year ago

Senior Military College Options in the United States?

Hi, I've been doing some research and I came across 'Senior Military Colleges' in the US. Can anyone tell me more about these? How are they different from other colleges and what kind of opportunities …

a year ago

Norwich University: The Military College of Vermont

Hey, I've been looking at Norwich University, known as the Military College of Vermont. Anyone have any insights on their programs, particularly for someone interested in pursuing a military career or …

a year ago

Dealing with Missing College for Military Duty

Has anyone had to deal with missing college due to military duty? My Reservist commitment might interfere with my schedule next semester and I'm feeling a bit stressed about this. How should I approac …

a year ago

Are There Additional College Benefits For Military Kids?

Hi all! As a military kid myself, I was wondering if there might be some additional college benefits available to us? I'm aware of the basics, but are there any less well-known opportunities I should …

a year ago

Villanova University: Understanding Acceptance Rates?

Hi, I am considering applying to Villanova University and have been looking at their acceptance rates to get a feel for the school's selectivity. However, I'm a little confused about how to interpret …

a year ago

Dartmouth Early Decision: How Does It Work?

Okay, so I'm thinking about applying to Dartmouth early decision next year. Is the ED option binding or something you can back out of if needed? Just trying to weigh my options and make the best decis …

a year ago

Being a Varsity Sport Captain: Prospective Impact on College Admissions?

Hey everyone! I've been a long-time player of my school's soccer team, and was recently appointed as a captain. There's a whole lot on my plate already, but I'm genuinely excited about this new role. …

a year ago

AP Credit Acceptance at Vanderbilt?

Hey there, does anyone know to what extent Vanderbilt University accepts AP credits? Will any high-scoring AP and its respective course be credited, or are there only some courses that they accept?

a year ago

UVa vs Boston College

I'm torn between applying to University of Virginia and Boston College. Both seem fantastic but I'm trying to figure out what will set one apart from the other. Could someone who's familiar with both …

a year ago

Grants for college from the military?

So I keep hearing about students getting grants from the military for their college education. Can anyone explain how these work? Is there a specific eligibility criteria?

a year ago

Does serving in the military cover college for dependents?

Hey there. Parental service in the military and how it relates to college: could anyone give me an idea about this? I'm a junior, and my parent is serving in the military. Is there any chance that cou …

a year ago

When does USC announce transfer decisions for fall 2025?

Hey everyone, I applied for a fall 2025 transfer to USC and I'm kinda anxious about when they'll release decisions. Anybody have some insight?

a year ago

USC Appeal Process - Insights?

I unfortunately received a rejection from USC, but I'm considering appealing the decision. Does anyone know what the process is like and any tips to make the appeal successful?

a year ago

College Tuition Waiver for Military Dependents?

Hi folks, anyone know of any colleges that waive out-of-state tuition for military dependents? My parent's service has us moving around quite a bit, and I'd love to expand my college options without o …

a year ago

Attending College After Military Service

Hi there. My current plan is to join the military immediately after high school and serve, but later on, I'd want to attend college. I'm curious about how feasible this plan is. Are there any specific …

a year ago

What are the Best Military-Friendly Colleges?

Hey everyone, I'm considering enlisting in the military after graduating high school, but I also didn't want to give up the college experience altogether. Can anyone recommend some colleges that are k …

a year ago

What's the Equivalent of US 'A Levels'?

It's a bit puzzling, so I thought I would ask. What's the US equivalent of 'A Levels'? As I understand, A Levels are pretty significant in the UK educational system, so how does it compare to the US?

a year ago

UPitt BSMD Program - What's It Like?

So I'm seriously considering applying for UPitt's BSMD program. Has anyone here attended or know someone who has? How is it? Any responses would be gratefully received!

a year ago

How much is the application fee for UPenn?

Hello! I'm considering applying to UPenn but I'm a bit tight on budget. Does anyone know how much their application fee is? Is there any way to get a fee waiver? Appreciate the help!

a year ago
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