Are most new recruits to the army school leavers?

Thanks for the reply df2inaus. The general consensus of those I have asked does seem to be that the Royal Marines would be a better option as a soldier for a graduate than the Paras.
Para recruits are trained to be aggresive but surely this is the same in the Royal Marines, they are also highly ...

Would people think I was mad if I joined the Parachute Regiment as a soldier, even though I have a degree from a good university? I have been told that this is not very common. What do people think on this forum?
I am taking the RCB but am thinking of alternative options if I do not pass and have ...