Reapplying to USMA from ROTC or High School?
My DS was awarded a 4yr ROTC scholarship; still waiting on a medical waiver and possible appointment to USMA, as well as acceptances (and waiver)to the ROTC scholarship colleges. He may have a 3rd...
View ArticleBruce is at it again
http://www.salon.com/2016/03/07/let...e_students_and_serve_only_the_powerful_brass/ How many times is he going to publish the same thing. The first article he published years ago was interesting, but...
View ArticleWhen to start applying for nominations?
I am currently a Junior HS class of 2017. 2021 Hopeful. I was wondering when would be a good time to begin applying for nominations? I have already applied and been accepted to SLE. I am sort of...
View ArticleAny way to know if/when a waiver is requested?
A couple of weeks after being DQd in early January and upon review of the administrative AMI previously requested by DoDMERB, my son received a letter from USMA stating, "the Admissions Committee has...
View ArticleThose of you who are still holding there breath
Are you out there just being quiet and turning blue like our household? ....their....oops
View ArticleFood at USMA
After searching previous threads this topic seemed to provoke lots of personal opinion, but I need the facts. If I am a vegetarian, will I still be able to stay healthy at USMA? Will their mess hall...
View ArticleI would appreciate advice for my C1C regarding pilot training!
My son (like many of your sons and daughters) has dreamt of becoming a pilot one day. Everything seemed to be going well, but the Academy optometrists assured our C1C that he did not need PRK surgery...
View ArticleROTC Expenses
I have decided to attend the Army ROTC program as an incoming freshman at the University of Southern Indiana. I applied for the scholarship and realize what benefits it offers, but I am not sure I will...
View ArticleBoots Question
I recently reviewed the Appointee Instructions booklet for the Class of 2020 and I saw the boots have to be 8", Sage Green, Goretex liner, and no steel toe. My question is, are boots such as Nike SFB's...
View ArticleUSMMA Class of 2019 Parents are available
Hi All, For those of you who have sons or daughters who have received an appointment to The USMMA, Class of 2019 Parents are available to help answer questions and to help you along the way to INDOC...
View ArticleOfficial 2016 AFROTC POC Selection Process Thread
Nominations for the 2016 PSP will continue through the second week of February. HQ has removed the "rated-intent" EA board. The two main boards will for technical major and non-technical majors....
View ArticleThis waiting is killing me
The kid has plan B, C and D in place, so if he gets the Dear Gonzo letter, I know he will be OK. But, He wants this REALLY bad. As his Dad, I want to see him accomplish his dream. He has been talking...
View ArticleSLE Acceptance
Just thought I'd let you know that I just received an email notifying me of my acceptance to SLE. Has anyone else been accepted yet? I'd love to talk with you!
View ArticleWhen do I send my transcripts?
I am a junior in high school right now and I was wondering when I am supposed to send my transcripts and do they prefer them electronically or in a letter mailed to them. Thank you very much.
View ArticleDouble Major and ROTC??
Hello, I am currently a senior in high school and I am a fourth year cadet at the Air Force Junior ROTC program at my high school. In college, I am wanting to pursue a double major in architecture (5...
View ArticleNA Summer Seminar
DS applied. Got a confirmation on the site after he hit 'submit'. No email follow up, no link to a portal. Is this the process? Correct that now he just waits (patiently )?
View Articleslot winners vs NWL
do we get notified by the admissions when our district nomination slates are reviewed? Because i have no idea whether im currently in the NWL competing for the 150 NWL appointment or waiting for my...
View ArticleAppointment Acceptance
If I accept my appointment, do I have the ability to back out come May or June for example? I know that I would be taking up an appointment for someone else, but I'm wondering what kind of effect it...
View ArticleSTEM Majors
Hello everyone, Last semester I was a biomedical science major, yet didn't receive STEM points on my Battalion OML. How can I find out if my major is a STEM major or not? (which it should be) thank you.
View ArticleUSMA vs MIT
I am presently a Senior in high school and I have been fortunate enough to get into several schools that I never thought I would be able to. I am set on studying computer science and I have narrowed...
View Article