Contacting BGO
Hello. DS is a HS junior, intent on applying to the USNA. Two weeks ago, he reached out to our state BGO area coordinator, asking for the contact info of our local BGO officer so that he can introduce...
View ArticleBen Carson admits fabricating West Point scholarship
http://www.politico.com/story/2015/11/ben-carson-west-point-215598#ixzz3qjfBza9D Opinions? From the article, "his application and acceptance into the U.S. Military Academy at West Point." If Dr Carson...
View ArticleHow are my chances for NROTC (Marine Option)?
I'm a Junior in Highschool and hoping to go to NROTC Marine Option and gain a commission. My SAT score is 1800 and 28 on the ACT. However, my GPA is a low 2.8 since I messed up badly Freshmen Year...
View ArticleActive Duty Recommendations
I was offered the opportunity to have our wing commander to sign a recommendation. Would having a recommendation from a Brigadier General be beneficial? I know the Academy is wanting a more personal...
View ArticleValley Forge
Working on plan B with DS. He says if he is not accepted he hopes for prep school or sponsored prep but if neither materialize would like to self prep. I was doing a little research on MMI, NMMI and...
View ArticleBeing Dishonest at DODMERB
My son and several of his friends (they will be seniors this year) have applied for both ROTC scholarships and service academy nominations. He has one friend in particular who is planning on...
View ArticleQuestion about NROTC school choices.
Once your application has gone to NETC for "final processing and selection determination" is it possible to change the ranking of your 5 schools?
View ArticleArmy help insignia
Our DD sent these pics to us. These are her SO's grandfathers, but his family knows nothing what they may mean. He kept the uniform I would like to know if anyone can can give more details. ~ I was...
View ArticleRequirements for international students ?
Does USNA accepts foreigners ? If yes what are the requirements ? :S
View ArticleRequired Recommendations for NROTC Application
Hello there I am a current FRESHMAN college programmer, and currently in the process of applying to the national NROTC scholarship. This is my first time applying, and I know that the application...
View ArticleMarine Option - Impact of Draw Down
My son has applied for the 2016 NROTC MO Scholarship. We've heard the number of scholarships available have been greatly reduced due to budget cut and manpower reductions. If the scholarship doesn't...
View ArticleFirst Tour Job
Anyone have any advice about about being the Comm Officer on a destroyer? Thanks!
View ArticleLOA.. nomination difficulty for state
Hello! I received a Conditional Offer, but I'm nervous about receiving a nomination. I know there are many forums on this topic but I want to clarify - what are the chances of me not obtaining one? I...
View ArticleWorth Taking CFA again?
Every part of my application is finished, including the dodmerb exam. I just have to get my cfa scores uploaded. Should I send them in now so my application can be reviewed asap or should I do them...
View ArticleNROTC notification
FYI - NROTC notifications are on the way. I'm so very thrilled for DS. He just texted me from school and said that he was awarded a 4 year NROTC scholarship to Georgia Tech - his first choice. Thanks...
View ArticleArmy Thudgate
Am sitting here at Thudgate and no one in sight! Where is everyone? This SEC dad has got to teach the MW crowd about setting up early to a key game!! Even though my Dawgs lost to FL .. A lot of my old...
View ArticleOfficial ACT Scores
I am trying to have my application processed for early action by the Coast Guard Academy and had everything but my Official ACT scores turned in by the set date. I had contacted them earlier when they...
View Articlemixtape
Hi, Some of my friends approached me today and asked if I wanted to make a mixtape with them. They plan on making it with or without me, but I really want to be a part of it. Of course, its going to...
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