Acceptance Day 2016
Does anyone know the actual date/day for Acceptance Day after BCT ends in August? The calendar, at http://www.usafa.af.mil/Portals/21/documents/About_Us_Docs/20152016_Calendar.pdf only shows the...
View ArticleNew Parents, THIS is what it's all about
So, if you're a new service academy parent, welcome to the club! So here's my little "This was awesome moment". DS came home for Spring Break, and we were all sitting down and having dinner at a local...
View ArticleArmy Chief Wants Power to Select New Pistol
My son told me he is hoping they decide to bring back the 1911. It is the best sidearm in his opinion. Speaking at the Future of War Conference 2016, Gen. Mark Milley said he has asked Congress to...
View ArticleNROTC Boards?
Does anyone have any idea when NROTC will release decisions again or when the board is meeting?
View ArticleNROTC 2015-2016 Scholarship Recipient Stats
Hey guys I have yet to hear back from the NROTC, and to be honest i'm very nervous as to what their decision will be. I was wondering if anyone was awarded, or have children who were awarded...
View ArticleVisiting the SA with a rental car
Hi all: We are headed to the USAFA for the appointee tour on April 8th. The paperwork states you must show a DL, proof of insurance and registration for your vehicle. I am renting a car and using my...
View ArticleUSNA Application question
Hi, I am currently a junior and although I haven't really gone through the application process yet, I have a question about the application. When I submit a completed application, can I still add...
View ArticleLeaving my Girlfriend before R-Day
I know there has been a lot stated on relationships and West Point, but couldn't find an answer for my specific question that I assume many experience. I know I have to break up with my girlfriend. It...
View ArticleComplete Pending Review - 4 April
Anyone else still CPR after today's wave? I'm just waiting for the TWE at this point as I assume based on the appointment thread and wait list offers that they must be done giving out appointments...
View ArticleMinority Status
I am African American and live in a single-parent home. Would this be considered a minority status to USAFA. Does USAFA actively seek out minorities?
View ArticleClass of 2020 USNA Appointment Thread
Letsdothis/DS/Jan 20th Appointment and Acceptance/VA-07 Congressional Nom
View ArticleAcceptance Possibly Revoked?
Hello, I have been appointed for USAFA Class of 2020, however I did not notice the Criminal Records Review Form under the portal, and it said that the deadline to submit it was March 30th. Will my...
View Article3rd Board & waiting
At this point, if DS's status still reads Boarded, is it more than likely he has not been awarded a scholarship? I am not sure if they upload winner status's all at once or if they post as they make...
View ArticleARTOC (Army ROTC) Winners
Congrats to everyone who received an Army ROTC scholarship. I received a 3-year scholarship and I'll be going to University of Colorado Boulder. I'd like to start a list of winners from the 3rd board!
View ArticleAny cool videos?
Any cool videos on youtube for USAF tributes? I've seen some before on here for Navy but not Air Force. Thanks
View ArticleWhat is next step in waiver process
My daughter received a DQ for Air Force Academy. They have requested a waiver and we have submitted the required documentation (administrative review). The following status is displayed: Pending Waiver...
View ArticleR-Day Worth Attending?
So, I have seen on the other forums for USNA/USAFA that RDay/IDay is really not worth parents attending as there is limited time and not much parent focus (obvious). However, on the USCGA2020 Parents...
View ArticleMiami Marlins Fans
I just found out that Son #1 is doing the flyover for the Marlins' home opener tomorrow night. It's a bit of a short notice for me to get to the game, unfortunately. If anyone happens to get pics or...
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Still waiting in Ohio 15. . . Do they send denials?
My son got MOC nomination and a Senator nomination to USAFA back in Nov, but we still haven't heard anything (OH 15) Has anyone else in our district heard anything? Does USAFA send a "no thank you"...
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