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'Average' 1180 PSAT Score, Need some advice

I just took a practice PSAT and got a 1180. Feels pretty average to me, and I'm kinda stressed about it. Would really appreciate some advice/encouragement, and I'm curious what colleges I should be th …

2 years ago

Enlisting without a High School Diploma?

Currently, getting a high school diploma looks like a distant goal for me but I'm keen on joining the military. Is it possible to enlist without a high school diploma? Can someone provide some insight …

2 years ago

Compulsory Military Service for High School Dropouts: Opinions?

This might be a controversial topic but interested in your thoughts. Should high school dropouts be required to join the military? What's your take on this issue (both pros and cons) and why?

2 years ago

Number of High School Graduates Taking the Military Route

Hi community! I'm considering joining the military after graduating from high school. I'm curious - for my own understanding - about what percentage of students make the same choice. Does anyone have …

2 years ago

Military Experience in Lieu of College; How Does it Work?

What's up, everyone? I just got my high school diploma, and I'm pondering over joining the military. But I'm kind of confused about how this works? Does anyone know how to get started and what's next …

2 years ago

High school students joining the military – what's the reality?

Hello, just wanted some opinions or perhaps any inside stories about the reality of high school students joining the military. What's the process like? How do people handle the transition? I'm keen on …

2 years ago

UGA SAT Requirements

Hello everyone, I'm currently a junior and my sights are firmly set on the University of Georgia. I was wondering if anyone could shine some light on the SAT score I should aim for to get into UGA? Th …

2 years ago

About joining the military with high debt..

Quick question, people. If I have high debt, is joining the military a feasible option? How can it affect me? I'm trying to understand the ins-and-outs, any help would be appreciated.

2 years ago

Is it worth joining the military right after high school?

I'm a bit puzzled here. I'm a junior, and some friends of mine are thinking of straight up enlisting after graduation. I'm wondering, is this a good idea? What are the advantages and disadvantages you …

2 years ago

Joining Military Without Graduating High School: Is It Possible?

Hey, question about military enlistment. Can one join up without having graduated high school first? Or is that diploma a hard and fast rule?

2 years ago

Military Enlistment Numbers

Does anyone know the real numbers here? Like, how many high school grads opt to join the military each year?

2 years ago

Downsides of Military Enlistment after High School

I've been considering the military as an option after high school, but I keep hearing about the possible disadvantages. Can anyone give a balanced view of these? What kind of challenges might I face i …

2 years ago

Considering the Military After Graduation: The Process?

Hey everybody, recently been wondering about potentially joining the military after I finish up with high school. Can anybody shed some light on the process? Like, what steps do I need to follow to en …

2 years ago

Can a Bachelors Degree Help in Military Enlistment?

Hi everyone, I could really use some insight. I'm going to be starting to pursue my Bachelor's degree soon and I've been contemplating enlisting in the military after college. I've heard that having a …

2 years ago

Question about the University of Kansas' Admission Requirements

Hi! The University of Kansas is high on my list! I'm kind of stressing about all the admission requirements though. Can someone please clarify what exactly I should be focusing on? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

How to approach writing an argumentative essay with a counter argument?

Hey everyone! I've been assigned an argumentative essay for my AP English class and we're required to include a counter argument. I'm a bit stumped on how to go about this and was hoping y'all could s …

2 years ago

Chemistry Degree and Military Service. Any Connections?

Hi, all! I'm thinking of studying chemistry in college and I'm also thinking of eventually joining the military. However, I've been wondering if my Chemistry degree could have any bearing on this path …

2 years ago

Future Paths for a Psychology Degree Holder in the Military?

I'm a junior studying psychology and have been curious about possibly enlisting after graduation. Wondering, what would this look like? Are there unique roles I could take in the military with my degr …

2 years ago

Geology Degree Holder Thinking of Joining the Military

Hello everyone, really need some advice. I'm pursuing a geology degree but I'm also thinking about the prospect of joining the military. How would that work? Is there a place for geologists in the arm …

2 years ago

What are some highly regarded private colleges in Florida?

I'm a junior from Texas, but I've always loved the idea of studying in Florida. Anyone have suggestions for some good private colleges to check out in Florida? Particularly interested in the sciences.

2 years ago
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