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What are the requirements for admission to James Madison University?

So, I'm a junior trying to get a read on what colleges are looking for. I've been eying James Madison University, but I'm not sure what exactly they require for admission. Could someone shed some ligh …

2 years ago

Drawbacks of joining the military right after high school?

Hello all, I'm in my junior year and considering joining the military right after high school. But, before I make a decision, what are the potential drawbacks? What should I expect and prepare for if …

2 years ago

What's the required GPA for admission into Auburn University?

Hello folks! Does anyone know what GPA Auburn University requires for admission? Is it different for in-state vs out-of-state or between different programs?

2 years ago

Do I need specific qualifications to join the military?

Hello. I've been exploring various options for my life after high school and one of those is joining the military. But I'm not sure what qualifications they require. Do they look at certain high schoo …

2 years ago

What steps should I take to join the Military?

Hello everyone, I'm a junior in high school considering a future in the military. I'm a bit overwhelmed as to how to prepare or what steps I need to take in this pursuit. Does anyone have tips or advi …

2 years ago

Understanding the GPA Calculator at University of Florida (UF)

Hello everyone, I'm a junior preparing for college applications and University of Florida (UF) is on my list. I've heard they use their own GPA calculator for admissions. Can anyone explain how it wor …

2 years ago

Academic Performance and Military Recruitment: Linked?

Hello everyone, I am wondering if good grades are a prerequisite to join the military. Does your GPA in high school matter when applying?

2 years ago

Credit Score and Military Enlistment: Is there a connection?

Hey all, I'm trying to plan out my next steps after high school and I'm considering enlisting. One thing I'm confused about though; I've heard mixed things about credit scores- do they actually affect …

2 years ago

Joining Military as Non-Citizen: Possible or Not?

Hi there, for those knowledgeable on this topic, do I need to be a full-fledged U.S. citizen to join the military? As a permanent resident, I'm a bit uncertain about eligibility. Can anyone help clari …

2 years ago

ASVAB Necessity for Military Enlistment?

Hi everyone, having this idea of possibly enlisting after high school. Does anyone know if taking the ASVAB is a mandatory requirement to join the military?

2 years ago

What Kind of SAT Scores Does Pitt Look For?

Hey all, I'm getting really interested in University of Pittsburgh! I'm a bit anxious about my SAT score though. Would anyone know the range of scores Pitt typically accepts?

2 years ago

Understanding UNC Chapel Hill's Out-of-State Tuition

Hey everyone, I'm from out of state and considering applying to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, but the tuition cost has me a bit worried. I've been hearing that the tuition for out o …

2 years ago

Different Kinds of Engineering Degrees

So I'm seriously thinking about pursuing engineering as a career but tbh I'm super overwhelmed with all the different types of engineering degrees out there. Could anyone describe the various engineer …

2 years ago

Got a 1070 on my PSAT. What should I expect for my SAT?

Hello. I recently received my PSAT score, and it's 1070. Can anyone help me determine what SAT score I might expect based on this? Additionally, any tips for improvement would be welcome. Kind of stre …

2 years ago

Translating a 3.6 GPA to a Letter Grade

Hey y'all. Disclaimer - I'm not all that clued up about American grading systems (international student here). Can someone tell me what a 3.6 GPA equates to in terms of a letter grade? It's a bit diff …

2 years ago

USC vs UCLA: Which is better?

Hey fellow students, I'm trying to decide between USC and UCLA. Both seem like incredible schools but I’m having a hard time weighing them up. I know 'better' can vary based on what you want but, gene …

2 years ago

What are the admission requirements for Morehouse College?

Hey everyone, I've been doing some research and Morehouse College has caught my eye. Anyone aware of their specific admission requirements? Really need some advice here, it's key for my application st …

2 years ago

LSU Admission Requirements: Help!

Anyone here know about LSU's specific admission requirements? I'm trying to get a clear understanding so I can give myself the best shot at getting accepted. Any help would be awesome!

2 years ago

What standardized test scores does Stanford usually expect?

Stanford's my dream school and I'm prepping for the SAT. I'm slightly anxious, honestly. What's the typical SAT score range for admits? Anyone know what the benchmark is?

2 years ago

Notre Dame College vs Notre Dame University

I'm kind of confused. Is Notre Dame College the same as Notre Dame University or are they totally different? What's the main differences between these two Institutions?

2 years ago
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