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Is a 3.71 GPA good?

Hello! So, I've been maintaining a 3.71 GPA through high school. From what I've heard, a GPA above 3.0 is respectable, so is mine good?

2 years ago

Military branches in Hawaii?

Hey all, just daydreaming about life post high school here. Hawaii has been our family vacation spot forever and I've developed a sort of love for the place. Does anyone know what military branches ar …

2 years ago

Any Info on Ellensburg University?

I've been looking at some colleges and got a recommendation for Ellensburg University. Before I look deeper into it, I was hoping if anyone could give me some information or their experience with this …

2 years ago

Confused about Merit-based Scholarships

Okay, so I keep hearing about these 'merit-based scholarships' but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Does anyone have a straightforward definition? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Inquiring about military uniforms

Hey guys, I've seen images of different military uniforms, and noticed that some branches wear brown. Just out of curiosity, does anyone know which branch of the military traditionally wore brown unif …

2 years ago

Where exactly is Western New England University located?

Hey guys, I've heard a few things about Western New England University and it's caught my interest. Can anyone provide more info about its location? Is it in an urban or rural setup? Also, what's the …

2 years ago

What kind of degrees does Letourneau University offer?

I'm looking to major in something STEM-related, does anyone have information on whether Letourneau University offers such programs? I've heard they might be more focused on religious studies, but I'm …

2 years ago

Location of Mary Baldwin University?

Hey guys, I was looking into Mary Baldwin University and I was curious as to where it's located. Can anyone provide some info on the city/state it's in and what the general area is like? Thanks!

2 years ago

Straight A's: What does it Translates to in GPA?

Okay, so I've been lucky enough to score all A's so far in my high school career (fingers crossed it continues that way!). So if someone got straight A's in all subjects, what would their GPA be in th …

2 years ago

Military bands in which branches?

I'm a bit of a musician and it's a great passion of mine. So I had this question: Which branches of the U.S. military have a band? It'd be amazing if I could serve my country using both my passion for …

2 years ago

Most beneficial military branch?

Just a bit stressed here. Joining the military can be a huge step, and I want to make the best decision possible. With so much talk about benefits, does anyone know which U.S. military branch generall …

2 years ago

Which military branch is best for communications?

Hey everyone, I've been thinking about my options post high school and I'm considering joining the military. I'm really into tech and communications. Any idea which branch of the US military would be …

2 years ago

Reviews of UC San Diego?

I'm currently looking into UC San Diego. If anyone has personal experiences or honest reviews, especially about the academic environment and faculty, could you share?

2 years ago

What Does UVA Stand For?

So many acronyms to keep track of in this process – it's a little overwhelming! Does anyone know what 'UVA' stands for in terms of universities?

2 years ago

Honors vs. AP Courses: What's the Gap?

Hey folks! I was just going through my course selection for senior year, and I am stuck between choosing Honors and AP classes. Could anyone explain the key differences between these course types? Whi …

2 years ago

Applying to Herkimer College - what's the admission process?

Hi all! Started looking at Herkimer College. Anyone know about their admissions process? I'm trying to figure out when I should start applying and what they're expecting. Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Looking for universities in Charlotte, NC

Hello! I'm currently a junior and I'm exploring my college options. I love the vibe of Charlotte, NC. Does anyone know what universities are located there?

2 years ago

Universities in Charlotte, NC?

Hey fellow HS students. I'm really considering Charlotte, NC as a city for my college path. Anybody know what universities are in Charlotte, NC? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

Need Info on FAFSA Application

I’m about to start my FAFSA application and I want to gather all the necessary information ahead of time. Can anyone provide a list of what I’ll need to complete the application?

2 years ago

Deciphering GPA: What’s a 2.0?

I'm trying to understand the GPA system and it's a bit confusing. For example, what letter grade or percentage would a GPA of 2.0 be equivalent to?

2 years ago
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