all, thanks for the heads-up/advice. I'll look into the U of NE for chemistry as I'm still lacking that for school. also thanks for the hint on netters cards to begin studying. I've been around the Army for a long time, just dragged my heels to apply to school. I have friends in Phase I now and am seeing the results of day in/out studying. but it still seems like there is some "free" time to maintain a normal life. I've also heard a refresher in stats isn't a bad idea, anything to say about that? keep it coming I'll listen to all takers.