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Are there unique training regimens for each branch of the military?

Hey, I've been mulling over joining the military after graduation, but I'm unsure which branch would be the best fit for me. Can anyone give me an overview of what the training process is like for eac …

a month ago

Looking for a rundown of military branches

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I've started to consider joining the military after high school but I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the information out there. Could anyone give me a simple list or …

a month ago

Understanding side arms in the military

Hey, I'm just a junior thinking about future career paths and the military keeps coming up. I've been watching a lot of military movies lately, and I'm curious about the side arms used in different br …

a month ago

What's up with United States Space Force?

So, I've heard about the newest branch of the US military: the Space Force. Is any high school graduate eligible to join, or are there specific qualifications needed? Also curious what kind of career …

a month ago

Ranking the Toughest Colleges to Gain Admission Into

Hey guys, I'm getting ready to apply to some really competitive colleges. As part of my planning, I would love to know which are considered the 50 hardest colleges to get into, worldwide? Any insights …

a month ago

Roadblocks at the University of South Carolina?

Future applicant here, looking seriously into the University of South Carolina. I've heard every university has it's tough classes - what are some at USC I should be aware of?

a month ago

Curious about Becoming a Fighter Pilot: Which Military Branch?

What's up everyone! So I've been playing around with the idea of becoming a fighter pilot after high school. I've been researching, but keep seeing conflicting suggestions. Some say go Navy, others, A …

a month ago

Military Options for Women - What's the best fit?

Hey folks, I'm considering joining a military branch after school. Any insights into what might be the most female-friendly or suitable branch, in terms of opportunities and environment?

a month ago

Toughest schools to get into at Cornell University?

Hola! Cornell University looks appealing, but I've heard that some schools within Cornell are really tough nuts to crack. Does anyone have some insight here? I'm still thinking about potential majors, …

a month ago

How hard is it to get into northeastern university?

Hey y'all, I'm currently a junior and I've been taking a look at Northeastern University for their renowned study programs and co-op opportunities. However, I've heard some rumors about it being super …

a month ago

Which university subjects are known to be really challenging?

Yo! So, I've been trying to figure out what subjects I might want to study once I get to college. I'm kinda up for a challenge, but I also want to know what I'm getting myself into. Could anybody tell …

a month ago

Auto Mechanics in the Military

Hey guys, the military's been playing in my mind as a potential path after high school. This might seem odd, but does every military branch have their own auto mechanics or something? Like, it's a big …

a month ago

Global University Rankings

Being an international student, it's a little bit tough to figure out the university landscape sometimes. Can anyone tell me what is generally considered the hardest university in the world to get int …

a month ago

Understanding Military Veterans

Hey guys, I've got a question. Do all branches of the military treat being a veteran the same way? Like are the benefits and treatment the same across the board or does it vary by branch?

a month ago

Which universities are notoriously tough to get an 'A'?

Hey guys, I am currently in my junior year and trying to figure out which colleges to apply for. I have heard that some colleges are notoriously hard graders (like they curve towards a B instead of an …

a month ago

Choosing the 'easiest' year of Pre-med

Hey there! I'm a high school junior currently planning my college life and I'm looking into pre-med track. Does anyone here have some insight on what could arguably be the 'easiest' year in a pre-med …

a month ago

Understanding Military Interactions

Hey y'all, as a HS junior considering my future, I've been researching a bit about the military. I wanted to know, how much interaction is there between different branches within the military during a …

a month ago

Being a Subsidiary of Another Military Organization

Hey all, so I've been reading up on the military and everything.. and I came across a concept that I didn't quite get. What does it mean for a military branch to function as a subsidiary of another? A …

a month ago

Non-traditional military branches?

I've been thinking about life after high school and I'm not sure college is for me. I've been researching military options and came across 'non-traditional' branches, what exactly are these and how do …

a month ago

Changes in Military Branch Sizes Over Time?

Quick question guys, I know this might be a bit complicated, but do we have any sources showing how the sizes of different military branches in the U.S. have changed over time? I'm interested in seein …

a month ago
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