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Difficulty getting into state schools?

I've always wondered, are state colleges as challenging to get into as private ones, or is there a difference? Looking for some clarity on this.

2 years ago

Military presence in South Carolina?

I'm considering colleges in South Carolina and I've heard there's a significant military presence there. Can anyone share more about the military branches and facilities that are based in South Caroli …

2 years ago

Hardest Majors at Illinois State University?

Hello! I'm considering Illinois State University for my higher education. But I'm mystified about the difficulty of majors. Any ideas or experiences about the hardest majors at ISU? I'm prepared to ch …

2 years ago

Which military branches are most respected?

Hello guys, I've been thinking a lot about which branch of the military I might want to join. One thing I'm curious about is respect - are there certain branches that generally receive more respect or …

2 years ago

What's considered the most challenging part of an engineering major in college?

I'm really intrigued by the world of engineering and hope to pursue it in college. But I've heard some pretty daunting things about it. Can anyone share what's commonly considered the most difficult p …

2 years ago

Stressful Years for CS Majors?

Hey everyone! I've chosen Computer Science as my intended major and I'm curious about the workload. Is there a particular year during undergrad that's infamously tough for CS students? What challenges …

2 years ago

Colleges Known for Their Tough Application Processes?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior preparing for college, and I'm curious about which colleges are notorious for having particularly tough application processes. I'd like to prep myself for the challenge that …

2 years ago

What's the Hardest University Major?

Hey, I'm a junior in high school, and I'm starting to think about potential majors. I want to push myself and pursue a challenging path. What, in your opinion, is the hardest major to pursue at univer …

2 years ago

How difficult is the position of a lacrosse goalie in college level?

I've been playing as a goalie in lacrosse for my high school team and have been thinking about how different it might be at a college level. Any college lacrosse goalies or coaches here who can shed s …

2 years ago

What's the toughest year in a college architecture program?

I'm seriously considering studying architecture in college. Anyone who's been through an architecture program, could you tell me what year you found to be the hardest? I want to be prepared for the mo …

2 years ago

Need an Overview: Branches of the US Military

Hi. I'm a junior, contemplating looking into a military career option post high school. It's a lot, but could anyone provide a general overview of the different US military branches, including their b …

2 years ago

What are the mottos of the different US military branches?

Hey guys, as a junior considering military service, I was wondering about the mottos of the US military branches. I've heard they each have a unique one. Does anyone know what they are?

2 years ago

Understanding VMI's Military Affiliation

Hey folks, do any of you know the specifics about which branch of the military the Virginia Military Institute is connected to? I understand there might be multiple connections, so I'm mostly interest …

2 years ago

Transportation in the Military

Hey! Is there an actual branch in the military specifically for transportation? What would they do and what would a career look like in such a branch?

2 years ago

Enlisting in Military After High School: Differentiated Roles

Hey guys, I've been considering enlisting right after high school instead of the traditional route of further education. For those who enlisted, can you explain how your roles differ based on the bran …

2 years ago

Roles of Different US Military Branches' Special Forces

Hey everyone, I'm a junior thinking about a career in the military after graduation. I'm especially intrigued by the role of Special Forces. Could anyone provide some insight on the roles and responsi …

2 years ago

Toughest Schools to Secure Admission - A USA Perspective

I heard that there's quite a bit of competition when it comes to securing a college seat in America. As an international student, I'm curious to know, what are the top ten hardest colleges to get into …

2 years ago

Seeking the Most Racially Diverse Branch of the Military

Hi all, I'm finishing up my junior year and seriously considering a career in the military. A major factor for me is diversity -- I believe that varied perspectives make any institution stronger. That …

2 years ago

What's the toughest major at college?

Hey, so I've been doing some thinking about majors and I'm kinda curious. It might sound like a weird thing to ask, but which subjects are typically considered the most challenging at universities, an …

2 years ago

Opportunities for Pilots in Different Military Branches?

Hey everyone, I've been considering the military as a path after high school. I'm particularly interested in flying, so I was wondering, does every branch of the military have pilots? I know the Air F …

2 years ago
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