class of 2020 - bringing or not bringing boots?
I would love a tally on if the class of 2020 is planning on bringing boots or not. Although the paperwork states that it is highly recommended to buy and break in boots ahead of time, I get the...
View ArticleNo more Principal Nominations.
It is time to eliminate principal nominations from Members of Congress. The subjective nature of them is grossly unfair to other applicants. It doesn’t eliminate the possibility of them gaining...
View ArticleEveryone looking out for their own good?
Any insight into what the USMA atmosphere is like with regards to competitiveness? I've heard many cadets and OGs advising to look out for your peers but also heard about peer evaluations, ostracizing,...
View ArticleSea Cadets... Sound Off
I'm an officer in the Sea Cadets... Would like to hear from Sea Cadets (or their parents) that applied in this cycle and what the result was... Please include the rank you achieved. DS was a Chief and...
View ArticleMethalcholine Challenge Test for Medical Waiver
Hi all. So in order to obtain a Medical Waiver and thus an Appointment to the USNA, I must complete a Methalcholine Challenge Test this Wednesday. Has anybody had any experience with this exam? I...
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Varsity Athletics: Are they worth it?
Hi everyone! I am being recruited for a varsity sport at USNA (I am interested in attending regardless of sports). My question is: Are varsity athletics worth the great time commitment? and Is it...
View ArticleInbound Private Pilots
If any of your inbound swabs have their FAA Private Pilot's License, please send me a PM.
View ArticleNROTC vs. CGA
DS was selected early for NROTC at his 1st choice school. Here at the last minute, he was offered an appointment to the CGA. Obviously, great options and we are thankful but he is now stressed on the...
View ArticlePacking List
I'm looking at the "In-Processing Checklist" and it clearly states to bring white sports bras and briefs. It doesn't state anything regarding socks. Are those issued to the cadets or should my DD pack...
View ArticlePost-Academy
Can I still pursue a graduate degree after the Academy? I'd like to still attend UPT or ENJJPT but I'd really like to continue by education, whether that's afternoons or nights. To what extent is this...
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 ArticleOhio Alumni/Current Families/Incoming Appointees
Welcome Aboard New Ohio Families! All Ohio Families please feel free to contact me about upcoming events and the Ohio Alumni/Parent Facebook Page (Northeast Ohio Chapter of USMMA Alumni Association...
View ArticleR Day
Has anyone booked their hotel room yet? Wondering where everyone is staying? Springhill, Spa, Hampton or Holiday Inn?
View ArticlePresident/VP Nominations
Maybe this is a stupid question, but due to the upcoming elections, who will be giving the Presidential and Vice Presidential nominations for the class of 2021? To my knowledge, Obama and Biden leave...
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...
View ArticleNROTC Acceptance percentages
Does anyone know how many applied for and how many out of those were selected for NROTC and NROTC Marine Option? I am trying to decide which to reapply for - I think I would enjoy MO more, but my...
View ArticleCandidate Information
Are candidates required to obtain letters of recommendation from their high school math and English teachers? DS is going to SLE and he understands that the candidate portal is not yet open. USNA...
View ArticleA deposit with a plan B school--a question for parents
My son has an appointment to USMA and has been given a deadline of 4/15 to accept and I expect he will do so. Still, I worry if some type of injury, accident happens prior to R-day. I am wondering if...
View ArticleParents Weekend 2016 - Arizona Flights
Frontier Airlines will begin running non stop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor directly to and from Colorado Springs this summer. The drive back to Denver airport after parent's weekend last year had...
View ArticleShocking Wear and Tear' at U.S. Air Force Bases
Here we go again. This time the Air Force. It all comes down to money and people. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct...JBh1a8rF8eHelrpAw&sig2=HHN7avQPdNwtEuTLb_bm2Q
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