First Semester Transcripts??
I talked to my ALO a while ago and he said it was not necessary to send my 1st semester grades to the Academy. I have sent 6 semesters so far which include 9th through 11th grade. Should I send my 1st...
View ArticleUSMA Class of 2020 Appointment Thread
USAFA has their thread up and running, so I guess it is time....Congratulations to all who have received appointments so far. Copy and paste and then add your own appointment to the list. Keep working...
View ArticleTrack or Cross-Country
If anyone can offer some words of advice, is it better to go with track in the spring or cross-country in the fall?
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USAFA Class of 2020 Facebook Page
Hi there... If your DD/DS has been appointed to USAFA Class of 2020 please join the FB page. Search USAFA Class of 2020 Parents. I am a part of the 2019 parents page and it helped me navigate through...
View ArticleCoast Guard Deployment
Just trying to get an idea of how long a deployment is in the Coast Guard, how much time do you get off between them, and what life as an actual Coast Guard officer is like. Also, can officers be in...
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Army Sgt. wears service uniform to Adult Film Awards Show
My guess is we have not heard the last of this.... http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/...y-sergeant-date-industry-award-show/79805292/
View ArticleThoughts for Appointees and their Family from a 2019 parent
Appointees and their families......We were in your shoes a year ago. As many have said, congratulations. We thought it might be informative to share some of our knowledge for those whose journey is...
View ArticleNorwich class of 2020
Hey! I'm accepted to Norwich 2020 and thought it would be cool to meet other cadets/midshipmen before we start rook week!
View ArticleCVW Email Questions
My DD (possible 2021 candidate) just received an email offering her a CVW. She has applied to NASS and the email clearly states that attending the CVW has no bearing on the NASS application. My...
View ArticleNavy ROTC Scholarship
Has anyone received a Navy ROTC scholarship yet? My friend is still waiting to hear from them. He is wondering when he would hear by.
View ArticleLackluster math ability a deal breaker for engineering?
Math has always been my weakest subject, and while my grades and test scores in it are well above average, my math ability isn't anywhere near my reading and writing. While I could definitely do a...
View ArticleQuestion about aviation
How important would it be for a new plebe to go into the academy with some private flight lessons, up to a solo if he wants to be a pilot? Would it be much of an advantage in getting a pilot spot?...
View Article2nd board waiting
I have everything sent off. I am currently awaiting the 2nd board to come January 25th-29th of 2016. Does anyone know, how long after the board meets will they change the application portal and send...
View ArticleNROTC-Boarded??
What does status change in the portal to boarded mean for NROTC? Does it mean they have evaluated the candidate and a decision has been made or what does it mean? How long after a status change to...
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Difficulty
Hi, I'm not sure if there's already a fitting answer out there for my question as I can't seem to find it myself. Please redirect me if there is. In my circumstance, I go to a high school that isn't...
View ArticleDoes time at academy count toward service time with regard to retirement.
Someone asked me recently what the commitment is for graduates, and I told them 5 years following graduation. They then asked if the 4 years at the academy counts as service time. I didn't know the...
View ArticleDoes # of nominations increase chance of acceptance
DD has received nominations from both senators and her congressman. BGO indicated that DD is also 3'Q. Status still has "Complete Pending Review", just as it has for months. Does getting a nomination...
View ArticleWhen to contact Congressmen?
Hello all, I'm a Junior applying for the class of 2021 - I was wondering if now was an appropriate time to contact my respective congressmen. I know many are still sending out their nominations and...
View ArticleDermatitis
I just finished my DodMERB exams and the doctor says I have "dermatitis", but it looked very minor with a small patch. However, I read online that dermatitis can be disqualifying. This is what I read...
View ArticleChance Me? (Sorry)
Hello, I am a junior in high school and would want to attend either the air force or naval academy. Here is some detail surrounding me. • 4.2 weighted gpa • class rank is 4/140 • will finish high...
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