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I appreciate the kind words! Overall, it is harder than I was expecting. I went to the Summer Transition Program, and that was fun, so I think it gave me a false sense of security in a way. Hell week was by far the hardest thing I've ever done, much harder than expected, but I got through it and...

Hi there! I'm a current rat at the Virginia Military Institute. For any prospective students, or anyone who just wants to know about the Institute, ask any questions you may have, within reason of course, and I'll try to answer them to the best of my ability! It may take a day or two, but I'll...

It's hilarious what this thread has turned into. I must say though, the long exposure pictures of the planes and tracer rounds are absolutely beautiful.

Alright thanks for the help guys! there are no plans to smoke in the future, it was just a one time thing to try it out. Thanks again!

Ok thank you, I’m trying to be as safe as possible with everything.

My friend Joh Doe is filling out an AROTC 3 yr scholarship medical form, and he was asked on it if he has ever used an illegal substance or drug. He has never done drugs, or drank. The most he had ever done was smoke a cigar once while with friends. John was 16 when he did this. Would this be...

I believe that they give you chances up until you sign your contract. So if you can’t pass it by then, you won’t contract and they’ll probably make you pay back the scholarship money. I could be wrong though.

Well that's slightly less reassuring ahaha. I'm putting in the work now to prepare so I'm sure I'll get through it just fine.

Ahh ok. That's good to know that everyone will have it more or less the same when it comes to first semester academics.

Now, are students given the option at VMI to request certain teachers while making their schedules? I really have no idea how anything works yet ahaha.

Ah sorry!! I just now saw this. Thank you very much for the detailed reply! I appreciate the realistic lens you used to write your reply. I am actually going to be taking calculus during the STP at VMI this summer, so hopefully it will be a little better than your son's experience. After talking...

Ahh that is my bad then. I remember an ROTC cadre had told me it was possible when attempting to get me to join their unit. But you and kinnem know far more than me so I'd say disregard my previous comment.

Also consider that if he wants to, he can switch branches once his contract is up. So it's not like he's gonna be stuck in the Army for life or anything. At least I think that's how it works.

foxtailsean wrote some great tips about the scholarship process. The one about starting early was especially good, I kind of had to rush to finish my application in time for the second Army board. I was awarded a 3 year scholarship this year, so I think I can put in some tips as well. First...

I was looking the other day at the Army regs, and I noticed it said no sleeves. Does that mean no sleeves at all on the arm? Or can it be down to the elbow, but not below it? The wording was a bit confusing to me on the regulations document.

Oh that makes perfect sense! I guess learning the areas and times is just a part of the game played at VMI. Thank you again for the meaningful advice!

Thank you for the time it took to write this! The tips you gave about honor and academics were amazing, I'll definitely remember those for when I am at VMI. What are the nightly flame sessions you referenced? Or are those just something I'll have to experience for myself to understand? Thanks...

Oh sweet!! I wish I was able to go to an open house at VMI. My only experience on campus was interviewing with the AFROTC Commander for the AF scholarship. That was quite nerve-wracking though, so I don't think it gave a picture of the true VMI experience. Lexington and the surrounding...

I wasn't aware of that, that's reassuring that I can maybe change paths if I decide ECE isn't right for me. I will definitely look into applying to the Honors Program, I've heard great things about it so far. I wish I could try and get some of the merit scholarships, but unfortunately, my GPA is...

Thank you very much!!