AFROTC Enlisted Commitment Question
I had a question about the repayment of scholarships if a cadet is disenrolled after the point of no return. I've been able to find out about the monetary repayment of scholarships, but no one I've...
View ArticleUSNA vs. USAFA & USMA Class Profiles + USNA Offers vs. USNA Acceptance
Here is a source Thread to look at the past (4) Years of Class Profiles from USNA, USAFA, & USMA. USNA look at Offers of Appointment vs. Class Size 2019 - 1,373 vs. 1,191 = 182 decline or 13.25%...
View ArticleCan navy recruiters manipulate NROTC process
Here is a story for those who know more about how the NROTC process works. My DS started filling out his NROTC application in August 2015 shortly after completing his USMMA and USNA applications....
View ArticleAPFT tips?
Hi I recently received a ROTC scholarship and want to know if anyone has any tips to do well on the APFT and swim test.
View ArticleOld Grad Question
Tossing around graduation gift ideas for DS. Class pistol and saber are at the top of the list. Thoughts about either or other suggestions? Did you get a graduation gift that you are now really glad...
View ArticleLife Insurance
Our DS is going thru his paperwork for his appointment and got to the life insurance. (I'm still recovering being named a beneficiary for my DS). I told him to take the lowest amount to save money,...
View ArticleDoes lettering in Marching Band count as a varsity sport?
I see that somewhere around 85% of USNA offers go to applicants with a varsity sport letter. My daughter does not have any other letter. Will the Marching Band letter help her chances similar to other...
View ArticleColorado Appointments?
I know Colorado is a very very competitive state for appointments and I've only seen I think 2 from the appointment thread. Just curious if Colorado appointments are normally a little later? Anyone...
View ArticleFailing the validation exams intentionally
Right now I'm taking AP Calculus BC and I'm doing fine in the class. I've also taken some practice AP exams as well and done fine on them. However, I don't think I know how to do calculus very well, or...
View ArticleCPR April 7th
This is my first post on service academy forums although I have read a lot of them just never ended up making an account. I am still cpr and am just so eager to receive an email with any info. Any of...
View ArticleNew retirement proposal bad for grads?
At first glance it looks like the agreed upon but not yet in effect proposal may be less lucrative for current cadets and midshipmen if they choose to make the military a career. Is it bad for them?...
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 ArticleUSAFA loves re-applicants?
With all the TWE's sent out today, I thought this might be a timely post. I keep reading how re-applicants are viewed favorably. Yet, I've seen multiple posts about candidates applying 2 times and...
View ArticleAny regrets?
As a mom, I'm curious as to why many of you chose to go from home to such a structured and tough environment in these military colleges. Why was it the right decision for you? Do you regret not going...
View ArticleUSCGA 2020 appointments
DS just received phone call from the USCGA offering him an appointment class of 2020. No email yet. He is at school and does not know yet. Any other calls today?
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Appointee tours
Hey y'all, Just a quick tip for any 2020'ers who will be on the appointee tours- go ahead and bring a book or something to keep yourself entertained. While on the cadet escorted portion of the tour,...
View Article2020 Appointee Facebook
DD requested to join the 2020 Appointee Facebook a few day ago, but has not received a reply. Is there something else she needs to do? This is the first time she has ever been on Facebook, so not sure...
View ArticleDrum and Bugle
My DS is interested in joining the drum and bugle corps. He is interested in the pros and cons of joining especially when it comes to time commitment each week and if it cuts into any of his breaks...
View ArticleTWE PRIDE 2020
DS got TWE'd today. Not giving up! It's great to have gotten this far and all candidates will have that forever. Great experience!
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