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Can someone explain how to calculate 18 out of 24 as a percent?

Hi everyone, so I received a test score that's marked as 18 out of 24. How should I be calculating this to a percentage? I want to figure out how I'm doing in the class overall.

2 years ago

Branch Hopping in the Military - Possible?

Hi peeps, amidst all the college chaos, I'm considering the military as my alternative choice. But I'm a bit or a lot confused, I would say. Is it feasible to switch between branches once I've joined? …

2 years ago

What kind of ACT scores is Syracuse University looking for?

Hey everyone, does anyone know what ACT scores Syracuse University typically looks for? I know every school is 'holistic' these days but just trying to get a sense of their expectations.

2 years ago

Break it Down: Understanding the US Military Branches

Hey, I'm a junior and I've been recently considering potential alternatives to college. I'm curious about the various branches of the US military. Can anyone provide an overview of what each branch do …

2 years ago

Colleges in Rocky Mount, NC

What's up folks? Been thinking a lot about my college list and was wondering if anyone has any experience or recommendations for colleges in Rocky Mount, NC?

2 years ago

Easiest Military Branch to Enlist In

I've been considering enlisting after graduating high school, but I'm honestly not sure where to start. Does anyone know which military branch might be the easiest to enlist in? Or what are the differ …

2 years ago

Question Regarding UCLA Out-of-State Tuition

Howdy fellow students! I'm thinking about applying to UCLA but being out-of-state has me a bit concerned about tuition. Could someone who's been through the process explain how the out-of-state tuitio …

2 years ago

Understanding the military academy nomination process

Hey all, I've been contemplating applying to a military academy but can't wrap my head around the nomination process. Can anyone break it down for me? What steps should I be prepared for?

2 years ago

Can anyone explain the main differences between the military branches?

Hi there! I've just started researching the military as a possible path after high school (my uncle was a Marine and it's always been in the back of my mind). But, it's hard to find breakdowns of the …

2 years ago

Considering the military for cyber warfare, which branch would be best?

Hey everyone, I'm thinking about joining the military after high school because I'm super into cyber warfare. Does anyone have any advice on which branch would be optimal for this? I've heard a bit ab …

2 years ago

Understanding My GPA

Hey folks! I'm trying to figure out how my GPA stacks up. Mine is currently sitting at 2.3, and I'm not entirely sure where that puts me. What grade percentage does a 2.3 GPA correspond to, generally …

2 years ago

Concerned about Out of State Tuition for University of Kansas

Hey Y'all! I'm an out-of-state student seriously considering University of Kansas. However, I'm not sure about the out of state tuition. How much more does an out-of-state student typically pay? Is th …

2 years ago

Grades to GPA Conversion

Hey, I just got an 84 in my Chem class - kinda disappointed. Any idea what this equals on the standard 4.0 GPA scale? I'm assuming it’s a B, right?

2 years ago

How does the US Navy fit into the military branch hierarchy?

Hi all! I've been doing some research before I commit to anything after graduation, and the Navy has caught my interest. I'm pretty sure about it being a branch of the military but could anyone clarif …

2 years ago

Does a 1470 SAT score give me a good chance for scholarship?

Hi all, I got a 1470 on my SAT. I'm starting to look into scholarships and was curious, could this score make me a competitive candidate for scholarships? Thanks for any assistance.

2 years ago

Nomination from the President for a Military Academy

Hey guys, I've seen something about a Presidential nomination for military academy applicants and I'm really curious. What's up with that and how does one go about it?

2 years ago

Navigating Military Terminology

Hey there, while doing some research for my potential military career, I stumbled across a lot of military abbreviations. Can anyone explain what some of the common abbreviations for the military bran …

2 years ago

Which branch of the military is considered most dangerous?

Hey guys, I've been considering enlisting after graduation. I'm trying to get an idea of all aspects of each branch, including potential risk factors. I've heard some are more dangerous than others, b …

2 years ago

GPA Requirements at CU?

Wondering if anyone has an insight on what sort of GPA University of Colorado is looking for? I'm vying for Boulder, just slightly nervous about my GPA and acceptance rate.

2 years ago

What are the SAT scores like for American University?

Hi folks, I'm looking into American University and was wondering, what's the general SAT score range for admitted students? I'm just trying to have a better understanding of my chances for admission. …

2 years ago
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