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Enlisting in military while still in school, any opinions?

Hi all, is it possible to join the military while I'm still in college? I wondered if it's a viable option or would it be too difficult to manage both at the same time? Would love to hear from anyone …

a year ago

Considering joining the military to pay for college, thoughts?

Hey, I'm a junior thinking about college costs. Seriously considering the military as a way to help out with tuition. Anyone out there gone this route? How was your experience? Did it cover as much of …

a year ago

Implications of Joining the Military with a College Degree

What could potentially change if I were to join the military with a college degree already under my belt? Will this affect my rank or duties? I'm trying to weigh all my post-high school options, so an …

a year ago

Best Military Branch After College?

So, I'm considering enlisting after earning my degree but I'm on the fence about which branch to join. Any suggestions? What's the best branch of military to join, considering my situation with a comp …

a year ago

Joining the Military with a College Degree

Okay, so here's a scenario: If I manage to get my degree before joining the military, how does that change things for me? Would it impact my rank or responsibilities in any way?

a year ago

Does the Military Pay for College?

Hey folks. I've always been interested in serving, and I've heard the military can help out with college tuition. Does anyone know how this works exactly or have any resources I can look into? I'm try …

a year ago

Joining the Military in your 30s without a College Degree

Got a bit of a weird situation here - I'm considering the military route but I don't have a college degree and I won't be the typical age for recruits (I'll be around 30). Any advice on how this could …

a year ago

Joining the Military Post-College vs. Before

Hey everyone, I've been thinking a lot about my future after high school. Does it make sense to join the military after getting a college degree or should I consider enlisting right after high school? …

a year ago

Dates for November and October SAT?

Hello friends, I'm planning to take the SAT twice this fall. Does anyone know when the November and October SATs are? Thanks for the help!

a year ago

Early Admissions for Colleges?

Hi all, I'm super excited to get my applications out there. I've heard many say applying early can be beneficial but I'm not too sure what that means exactly. When is early admissions for colleges? Is …

a year ago

Finishing Time of ACT?

Hey folks, I've never taken an ACT before—just been doing the SAT till now. So I have no clue about its schedule. When does the ACT end? How many breaks do they give you and what time is the exam over …

a year ago

When should I take my SATs?

Hey guys, I'm a bit confused about the whole timing for the SAT. I've overheard seniors talking about it but haven't been able to get a clear answer from them. When should I ideally take the SATs as a …

a year ago

Decoding the SAT: What constitutes a good score?

Hey there, everyone. I've been prepping for the SAT but I'm unsure about the scoring standards. What would y'all consider a good score on the SAT?

a year ago

Understanding GPAs: What exactly is a 4.0 GPA?

Hey guys, I keep hearing a lot about this 4.0 GPA system. Can anyone explain it to me? Like what is a 4.0 GPA and how is it calculated exactly, let's say, for different grades received in classes?

a year ago

Which high school years are most significant in the eyes of college admissions?

Hey all, I've heard different things about what years colleges look at the most when making admissions decisions. Is there a specific focus on junior and senior year grades, or do they consider all fo …

a year ago

When can we expect AP scores to be released?

Just finished taking my AP exams. I heard that the scores will be released sometime in July, but does anyone know what time they will become available?

a year ago

What's the deal with SAT score releases?

Hey community, I took the SAT recently. I've heard a lot of different answers—so can someone please clear up what time the SAT scores usually come out?

a year ago

How is the National Merit Scholarship decided?

I'm curious about the National Merit Scholarship. What is the qualifying score for it? Are there any other criteria for this scholarship other than the PSAT score?

a year ago

Is an SAT score necessary for all colleges?

Hey, rising senior here. I've been thinking about the college process and I was wondering if all colleges require an SAT score to be admitted? Do schools differ in their testing requirements?

a year ago

What's a Low GPA?

Hey everyone. I'm kind of nervous about my GPA and I'm wondering what is typically considered a 'low' GPA in the college admissions world? Thanks in advance for the help!

a year ago
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