West Point Leadership Award
I received the West Point Leadership Award today at my school's awards assembly. I am currently a high school junior going to AIM this summer. Does this award add to a USCGA application at all or would...
View ArticleFat Leonard Navy Scandal (WaPost)
I felt like taking a shower after reading this. Too many people going headlong down the slippery slope with their eyes half-closed. But also half-open. I have to say, I dealt with all kinds of port...
View ArticleI-Day Packing
Our packing list specifies that we are to bring 12 pairs of white boxer0briefs and 8 white v-necks, and specifies what footwear we are allowed to bring. However it does not specify what socks we are...
View ArticleFax down at NEX
if you faxed orders in the last 6 weeks to NEX check to make sure they have your order. Apparently the fax has been down and due to a strike it was not repaired.
View ArticleWhat I have had to go through...
I received a LOA for the Class of 2020 on February 5th, 2016. All I needed was the medical qualification. I just had the only test I needed to complete done last week, and that was the soonest I could...
View ArticleOfficer Candidates to be assigned according to the needs of the Army
Hello, my name is Bob. I will be attending ROTC this fall and would like some idea of how Officer MOS selection will work upon commissioning. I am a 26 year old Journeyman plumber, had a 3.83 high...
View Article3 year nursing AROTC scholarship
I know someone who has recently asked questions about the AROTC process. She will be a freshman in the fall and she wants to become a nurse, but she is thinking about doing AROTC. She knows that she...
View ArticleThinking too far ahead?
Brief explanation before the main question: I was attending enlisted Nuclear Power School when I applied for the Academy. I was ecstatic when I found out I got in. Less so when they said I had too...
View ArticlePaperwork before R-Day
I recently mailed my dental information, but did not include x-Rays. Is it possible to email the x-Rays? My dentist only has a digital copy. Thanks!
View ArticleCIET -Orders
My DS will be attending CIET 1st regiment. He has received his travel itinerary from the Army HRA at his school via email. Does he receive any other "official" orders before he leaves? Also, from...
View ArticleTeachers letters of recommendation
I apologize if this info is already here somewhere. Can anybody tell me for each ROTC branch which specific teachers need to provide recommendations? Thanks!
View ArticleWhen to apply for scholarships
I understand applications open next month. My son is definitely interested in applying for an AFROTC scholarship but considering other branches also. When would he need to have his applications in to...
View Articlequit NROTC - service record?
Hi all! A little background, I was a contract midshipman who quit before the start of my 4th year and have since repaid my debts and moved on with my life. Now I'm applying for permanent residence in...
View ArticleR Day
Has anyone booked their hotel room yet? Wondering where everyone is staying? Springhill, Spa, Hampton or Holiday Inn?
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 ArticleSpec Ops Branch Difference
Hi, I was just wondering what brach or branches hold up more Spec Op opportunities for officers? My dream is to be a Green Beret 18A. But I'm also curious about other Spec Ops oportunities in the...
View ArticleQuestion about the medical & physical exams
Hi: Im new in this topics and need some help, my daughter will apply when time comes to a SA as well as ROTC scholarships, I read both required to pass a medical & fitness test, my question is:...
View ArticlePrior Enlisted LEAD Applicants accepted/denied
I have a couple of questions for any prior enlisted that have applied to the academy through the LEAD program accepted or denied. What were your individual act scores? What do you think gave you an...
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