<p>Hey guys,</p>
<p>I am in the middle of a 4 year contract serving within the US Army. I have just over 2 years left, and I've been rigorously researching colleges to attend once I get out. The Post 9/11 bill is just outstanding - I can't believe how great the benefits are. I get really excited about returning to school. So, here's the kicker...</p>
<p>I am a little older than your average enlisted soldier (24), and spent years dwindling through college while getting heavily distracted by women, partying, and work (yes, I liked working more than going to school). So, I joined the Army to get my head on straight and get disciplined. And, not to my surprise, it really has whipped me into shape. I did a complete 180 with my life and the way i discipline myself. Never before have I been so excited to study and push myself. Well, the downside is while studying at The University of Texas San Antonio, I didn't do much to help myself. My GPA is a pathetic 2.2. Yeah, don't judge me...I know. </p>
<p>However, I'm currently enrolled at the University of Maryland University Center which is active duty specialized university; works with our hectic schedules. So, I plan on knocking out at least 20-30 credits for the remainder of my time. I have taken one class so far (had to pay off debt first before I started taking classes again), and gotten an A. I am FULLY confident in my ability to succeed and do well in college now. </p>
<p>So, I think I'll be able to get my GPA up to probably around 2.4-2.5 if I am lucky. I took so many classes and dropped so many that it hurt my overall GPA raise-ability (is that a word?). I know I will be able to get into some recognized universities like Texas State, or Texas Tech (Texas is my home). But, most of the colleges like this have minimum GPA requirements to get into their business schools (my area of study). For example Texas Tech is I think a 2.75. Are they super strict on this? </p>
<p>I feel like if they took the time to listen to my story and see my turn around and success they would put their trust in me. I have had really high hopes of attending TCU, but their business school is even harder to get into. I am slightly discouraged, but I won't give up. I am dedicated to making my future great. I can't go to community college because I've nearly exhausted all my core studies (I will have about 80 credits once I'm out of the Army). And I would like to go to a decently respected school that when I'm interviewing for a job, they don't ask me "where is that?" or "I've never heard of it."</p>
<p>Sorry for the wall of text...I just have a lot of passion on this matter and need feedback!!! Thanks!</p>
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<li>Will</li>
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