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Admissions at Illinois State University

I'm interested in Illinois State University, but I'm a bit scared about the GPA requirements. I have a solid GPA but it's not exactly a 4.0. Does that hurt my chances? Can I still apply if I don't exa …

2 years ago

College Options Around Huntsville, AL

Hey guys, I'm currently a junior living in Huntsville, AL, and I wanted to know more about my local college options. Are there any campuses close to home that you think are worth looking into? Share y …

2 years ago

Understanding GPA Requirements - Texas A&M

Hey y'all, so I'm a junior interested in applying to Texas A&M in the future. Is anyone aware of the average GPA for accepted students? I'd like to evaluate my current standings.

2 years ago

Georgia Southern vs UGA—Opinions Needed

Hey all, I am currently in a dilemma between choosing Georgia Southern and UGA. Has anyone attended either of these universities and could provide some insights on their experience? Would love some he …

2 years ago

Howard's SAT requirements?

Hey there, my dudes. Any idea what the SAT requirements at Howard are? And just how important are they in the grand scheme of admissions? Also, does Howard have a preference for the SAT or ACT? Any in …

2 years ago

Demographics at Howard - what's it like?

Hellooo, wondering if anyone has some insight into the demographics at Howard? Like, what's the student population like? I know it's an HBCU and I'm looking forward to experiencing that culture, but i …

2 years ago

Is the Space Force actually a separate military branch?

Hi there! So, I recently heard about this new entity called the 'Space Force'. I'm trying to figure out if this is, in fact, an actual military branch? If yes, what does it involve? Do they have their …

2 years ago

Manhattan College vs Fordham - Thoughts?

So, I've narrowed down my top choices to Manhattan College and Fordham. Can anyone help me with some insights on these institutions? Maybe you've attended one of them, or know someone who has. Any per …

2 years ago

What does 'branch' in military terms mean?

Hello everyone, I'm a bit confused about what 'branch' actually means in the context of the military. Is it just Army, Navy, etc. or is there more to it?

2 years ago

Michigan vs MSU?

Feeling a bit stressed about choosing colleges. Has anyone had to choose between University of Michigan or Michigan State? What factors did you consider in your decision?

2 years ago

Enlisting in Multiple Military Branches?

Hey, junior here weighing in my options after I leave high school. I've been looking into the military, but it's honestly hard for me to decide which branch I'd prefer to join. That got me thinking, i …

2 years ago

Opinions on Houston Baptist University in Houston, TX?

What's the vibe at Houston Baptist University? What about opportunities for things like research or internships? This school is on my radar, but I'd really appreciate some first-hand experiences or in …

2 years ago

Help with calculating Honors GPA?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to calculate my GPA from my honors classes but I'm sort of lost. Are there any reliable tools or specific methods you can share to help me figure this out?

2 years ago

Curiosity about Military Uniforms

Hey guys, just a light-hearted question amidst the stress of all this college application stuff. I'm really curious about each military branch uniform. Does anyone have pictures or descriptions of the …

2 years ago

ROTC Nomination for a Military Academy

Hello, fellow peers! I'm in ROTC and am considering applying to a military academy next year. I've heard there's a nomination process through ROTC, but I'm kind of lost. Anyone else been through it? W …

2 years ago

Daily Life in Different Military Branches?

Hey guys, I'm a junior thinking about a military career after high school. Just wondering, does anyone have any insight into what the daily routines might be like in the different military branches? A …

2 years ago

What are my odds of securing a military academy nomination letter?

Hello all! I wanted to know the chances of getting a nomination letter for a military academy. Are there any specific things that could bolster my chances? Any advice or experiences you could share wo …

2 years ago

13-Week Military Training

I've heard about a military branch that has a 13-week training period. Can anyone tell me which branch this is, and what the training involves?

2 years ago

What is the Space Military Branch?

Hey folks, recently, I heard about something called the 'Space Force' - supposedly a military branch focused on space? Can anyone provide more information on this? I'm really curious and it sounds sup …

2 years ago

Age Limits for Joining Military

Hey peeps, I've been pondering on maybe enlisting after graduation. Just wondering, anyone knows the different age limits for each military branch of service? And does the age factor significantly imp …

2 years ago
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