Questionnaire for new students- aviation//flight school
All- On the new student questionnaire, it ask what your principle reason for attending the academy. One of the answers is to eventually attend flight school or training. For those that attended the...
View ArticleNew York Nomination
Hi, I'm applying for the USNA Class of 21 and I'm wondering how competitive are nominations in New York. I live in NY-13 so if have any information about my specific District that would be helpful too....
View ArticleNWL - Got the call!
My ds received his call yesterday offering him an appointment, he accepted. He was informed that they are only offering an appointment to 3 on the nwl and he was number 1. Good luck to all of you still...
View ArticleTV's allowed?
might be a stupid question, but its wiser to ask than to stay ignorant. Can somebody clarify if we are allowed TV's/Gaming consoles after CBT? Any thoughts on what personal items are allowed in our...
View ArticleAFROTC Field Training Packing Tips
I am leaving Wednesday for MAX I and I can't help feeling like the packing list in the FTM is just not comprehensive for what we will really need when we get there. Can any POC shed some light on some...
View ArticleTraffic ticket question
If a Mid gets a speeding ticket while she / he is on Liberty in another state, is it necessary to report it to their CO? What is the best way to handle that? The ticket will not require a follow up...
View ArticlePFE score and performance during AIM
My daughter will be participating in AIM this summer, but I have a question for Objee or anyone else who might have an answer. I'm wondering... If her PFE score is below average during AIM, does it...
View ArticleAsk Us (current cadets) Anything
This is a thread where appointees (and others) are free to ask current cadets questions about life at the Academy. There are a few of us on here so I'm sure we'll be able to field most questions. That...
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NAPS Females
So, in reading the paperwork, it looks like women entering NAPS do not have to cut their hair. Deciding on whether or not to cut it anyway, for time's sake in the mornings? Also, does anyone know if we...
View ArticleASVAB Considered?
My high school started offering the ASVAB. I received an overall score of 85. If I added this on my Coast Guard Application will it possibly help?
View ArticleTransforming
I have a few questions about life changes. Currently I am an 165 pound male. I can do the max push-ups and sit-ups in two minutes for AROTC, but I'm still about a minute off of the time for a two mile...
View ArticleDisqualification/Waiver
I won a national 4 year AROTC scholarship back in December and am currently in the waiver process. My initial medical exam was disqualified by DODMERB and then submitted to the Army for waiver...
View ArticleBS/MS Engineering Scholarship Extension
I am currently interested in programs at universities (Iowa State, Purdue) allowing for a BS/MS degree in mechanical engineering, where one with advanced academic standing can apply for grad school...
View ArticleQuestions re: Family Weekend after Plebe Summer
Thanks in advance for your help. Our family is really excited about our oldest son starting at the Academy. He graduates from NAPS this week and will be playing basketball at Annapolis. My questions:...
View ArticleAre all spots filled?
How late can candidates be called with an appointment? Can previously rejected candidates be called if others change their mind? Just curious.
View ArticleR-Day Packing Questions
Good afternoon everyone! I am running through and purchasing everything on the pack list for R-day, but had a couple questions that could use clarifying. The pack list for 2020 has soap, razors, etc as...
View ArticleWhat should you do with old uniforms?
I apologize if this has been covered before...But what do you do with old uniforms? My son left his enlisted ASU's behind when he commissioned. He says they don't fit and he doesn't want them shipped...
View ArticleImproving my chances.
I plan to go through the process of applying to the Academy and know it's something I want very badly and am willing to work for, but consistently feel the need to double guess myself and whether or...
View ArticleMidshipmen schedules
My son received an Appointment to USMMA. Questions: 1. Do they have Induction Day ceremony, "graduation," etc. like USNA? 2. Are 1st year Midshipmen allowed off base often? 3. How often can parents...
View ArticleBringing sports equipment/contacting club coaches
Hi all, I play lacrosse at my high school, and I know I definitely want to continue playing at USNA during my time there. That said, I know in the ptr package it says we're allowed to bring some sports...
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