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UMBC vs UMD for Computer Science

Hey guys, I’m deciding between UMBC and UMD for Computer Science. Anyone have any insight into how the programs compare?

a year ago

University of Colorado Boulder versus Arizona State University

Hi all, I've been accepted into both the University of Colorado Boulder and Arizona State University. I’m honestly quite conflicted. Could anyone fill me in on the main differences between the two sch …

a year ago

Deciphering branches of service in the U.S. Military

Hi there! I'm a junior and instead of heading straight into college, I'm considering joining the military. The different branches (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard) all have their own set o …

a year ago

College Recommendations for a 3.6 GPA?

Hello folks, I'm a high school junior with a 3.6 GPA. Working towards bringing it up before senior year but still, I'm wondering what kind of schools should I be targeting? What colleges are known to …

a year ago

UWM GPA Calculation

OK, so I'm shooting for UWM and my current GPA status is giving me a mini heart attack. Does anyone have any idea how they calculate GPA for admissions? Are they looking at unweighted or weighted or b …

a year ago

Rangers: Which Military Branch Do They Belong To?

Hello, guys! I've been hearing a lot about the 'Rangers', but I'm not quite sure which military branch they're part of. Could someone please help me clarify this? What exactly do the Rangers do, and w …

a year ago

UNI vs UNT - which is better?

I'm trying to decide between University of Northern Iowa (UNI) and University of North Texas (UNT). How do they compare in terms of academics, campus life, and overall student experience? Any insight …

a year ago

Easiest to Hardest Military Branches?

Hey everyone, I'm currently a high school junior and have been thinking about joining the military after graduation. I'm curious about how the branches rank, from easiest to hardest in terms of gettin …

a year ago

Where's SFA University?

Hey there! I've heard a lot about SFA University recently. Can anyone help clarify where is it located?

a year ago

When are Most College Application Deadlines?

Junior in high school here, starting to plan out my application timeline for next year. Can anyone give me a general idea about when most college application deadlines are? How early should I ideally …

a year ago

What's the Biggest Branch of the Military?

Hey everyone, just curious, can anyone tell me what the biggest branch of the U.S. military is in terms of personnel? Like, Army or Navy or something else?

a year ago

Georgia Southern vs UGA - Pros and Cons?

Hey everyone, I'm stuck between Georgia Southern and the University of Georgia. Has anyone attended either of these schools and can give me a pros and cons list? How's life on campus, professors, job …

a year ago

Military Ranking: What's the Highest Branch of the Military?

Hey everyone, I'm planning my future military service and aiming for the top. I wanted to know, what's considered the 'highest branch' of the military? What I mean is, is there like a branch that is c …

a year ago

Which is the most academically-challenging US military branch?

Hey community, I'm interested in joining a branch of the military that also places a high value on intellectual abilities and learning. Would you know which branch is considered the 'smartest' or most …

a year ago

Cal State Long Beach GPA requirements?

Okay guys, I'm applying to Cal State Long Beach and going crazy about getting my application just right. I've heard it's getting super competitive, so can anyone tell me what the GPA requirements are? …

a year ago

Can someone break down the different US military branches?

Hello everyone, I've been thinking of joining the military but it's all a bit overwhelming since there are several branches. Can someone please explain the different US military branches and the kind …

a year ago

Does anyone know the GPA requirements for Lincoln University?

I'm interested in applying to Lincoln University but I'm not sure where my GPA lands in their expectations. Are there any specific GPA requirements to get in? Appreciate any insights you guys can shar …

a year ago

Striving for a Presidential Nomination for a Military Academy

Hello everyone! Here's a junior with big dreams. I want to go to a military academy (Navy or Airforce preferably) and I've heard of the Presidential nomination. Is it very difficult to get? Any idea h …

a year ago

Military Training Rigor by Branch

Hi all, I've been seriously considering joining the military once I'm done with high school, and was wondering about the training rigor of the different branches. Which branch's training is often seen …

a year ago

Dual Military Marriage Between Different Branches

Hey guys, I've got kind of an unconventional question. If someone wanted to get married and both partners were in the military but in different branches, how would that work? Like any issues with coor …

a year ago
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