Firearms Training
My question is when is firearms training conducted during BCT? My guess is second Beast but I just wanted to confirm. Also, what firearms do the cadets learn how to shoot? Finally, after BCT ends, is...
View ArticlePackages sent to cadets
When would the best time for parents to send cadets packages? From my understanding, packages are held until after basic, but will the Cadre still single out a basic if they have a package waiting for...
View ArticleRead my AROTC Essay?
So, I want to do ROTC at Georgetown University or an Ivy League , and I think I have the stats for it, (31 Act, Top 10% of class, 31 Act, 3.82 GPA, Lots of AP class, Lots of varsity sports and...
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Just for fun...
We all love our service academies, right? We especially love the kids that attend, and dedicate their lives to service. But... I thought it might be fun to post our pet peeves regarding the academies,...
View ArticleWhat!? I'm disqualified!?
I was doing some of my AROTC application today and it disqualified me for two reasons. 1. ACT Test scores were too low. But how my my scores are: English: 31 Math: 24 Reading: 32 Science: 23 Writing:...
View ArticleLooks like he made it!
While I'm a new member, I've been lurking for a year. First of all a THANKS for all the information here. My DS won a 3 yr to EIU during 3rd board! Today we learned his AMI remedials became...
View Articlewaitlist question
Does the waitlist actually close at some point? If it does, when and how are waitlisted applicants notified? And when does it typically close? RDay?
View ArticleApplying to Multiple Schools
My daughter is interested in Army ROTC, and I am trying to help her along with the process ... one thing that is confusing to me is how she goes about applying. I have been to the GoArmy.com site, but...
View ArticleCommissioning numbers for 2016
For those interested here are the spring commissioning numbers for the SMCs: The Citadel - 151 VMI - 140 TAMU - 130 Norwich - 127 VA Tech - 127 North GA - 83 This does not reflect some who will be...
View ArticleMarine Option at VMI
Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening, I am currently scheduled to matriculate at VMI this August as a rat of the Rat Mass of 2017+3. I have selected Marine Option as my ROTC choice, and I was hoping that...
View ArticleAcademically fit??
Has anyone received an email asking for an updated transcript because as of now "you are not academically fit" but will review an updated transcript? Just curious as if this has happen to anyone and...
View ArticleArmy ROTC statistics 2016
I was wondering if anyone knows (or knows where I can get the info) how many AROTC scholarship applications were received and how many were awarded. My DS is being recognized at his graduation ceremony...
View ArticleAFROTC Field Training | Pilot Shortage
What was the acceptance rate for Field Training this year? Is there any idea of what the acceptance rate will be next year in 2017? I saw something online that said the Air Force has a sever shortage...
View ArticlePrep School parents saying DS or DD are attending the academy
Our DS received an appointment to USNA for the class of 2020 and will be attending the class of 2020. We could not be more proud of his accomplishments. Coincidentally a classmate was applying to a...
View ArticleBoots for bct?
Hello all, I am almost already to head to the academy on in processing day. All that's left for me to do is buy some boots. Any suggestions?
View ArticleShould I get a congressman letter of recommendation?
I talked to cc today and they said letters of recommendation aren't required but are recommended. Would a letter of recommendation from my local representative strengthen my application?
View ArticleRequirement to apply to public/in-state schools for ROTC
I am very grateful to the many answers I received on this forum regarding the AROTC application process! There is only one area I am still a little confused - the requirement to include public or...
View ArticleInjuries at BCT
I'm probably just overreacting, but i day is only 18 days away and as I've been working out, my right shoulder has been hurting more and more. everytime i do a pushup it pops and my collarbone hurts...
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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