How hard is it to get a waiver?
They said I had to have remedials and get waivers for vision, scholiosis, and low body mass. How hard is it to get them?
View ArticleMarine ROTC
I know questions ver similar to this have been asked, but what college, VMI or The Citadel, produces more Marine officers. I am interested in VMI, The Citadel, and USNA. My ultimate goal is to gain...
View ArticleMaryland Nomination- Senator Cardin
Hello, Has anyone received news regarding nominations from Senator Cardin? I was never told of what the time line would be for receiving word from him. Thanks for your help.
View ArticleCFA Administrator Question
I recently asked one of my school PE teachers whether he could administer the CFA for me, and he said he would, however he wanted to know whether he would be asked to send the academy State P.E....
View ArticleQuestions
Hey everyone! First off I would like to thank everybody on this forun, you have helped me so much in terms of figuring out my application, which I started relatively later than others. Attending the...
View ArticleFlight costs and not living at home anymore
I know these questions may seem random, but I've been curious and would appreciate any information... Does USAFA typically pay for plane travel when heading home for breaks? Also, what did some cadets...
View ArticleFirst wave of appointments
Hello, Does anyone have any idea when the first wave of appointments will be sent out? My 3Q letter says "most appointments will be tendered between 26 Feb and 01 May", but I have heard that it usually...
View ArticleUSAFA Class of 2020 Appointment Thread
Congratulations to all who have received appointments so far. Copy and paste and then add your own appointment to the list. Keep working hard and see you all in June at I-Day. 1. kmlDad2020 DS...
View ArticleDQ, Waiver and USMA portal
Just noticed DS's portal reads "disqualified" under the dodmerb section. DS failed the initial hearing exam and was asked to do the test again. DS did the additional test at a local audiologist and we...
View ArticleInfo for NAPSters
If you haven't seen some of this info yet, take a look. Though the dates will be difference, it gives a good look on what you can expect. Feel free to ask any questions about NAPS (I was both a NAPSter...
View ArticleACT score and portal
I had sent my son's official newest and increased ACT scores to the USNA back in November (was for the Oct 2015 test date, I sent them twice) they still have not been updated on the portal as of today....
View ArticleACT scores
I had sent my son's official newest and increased ACT scores to the USAFA back in November (was for the Oct 2015 test date) that still have not been updated on the portal as of today. Does anyone know...
View ArticleCULP and Immunizations Required
There are 3 listed that have to be received before the trip and were not given yet. They are considered "travel" immunizations. Typhoid Japanese Encephalitis Rabies These 3 are not covered under my med...
View ArticleIs anyone willing to read my essay and give me their thoughts?
Hello, I have spent awhile coming up ideas for my essay, and this week I finally put those ideas into words. Is anyone willing to give their thoughts on it before I upload it and finally complete my...
View ArticleWas First board just the big 3 athletics gimmies?
I am a parent of a passed over in AROTC first round student. Obviously we all think our kids are the best so there is frustration but the hardest part is seeing people posting they have a 4yr award...
View ArticleTexas Appointment Notification
My son just got a call from Congressman Ratcliffe a few minutes ago letting him know he got an appointment to the USAFA and that he would be getting a call tomorrow confirming. I'm so excited I can...
View ArticleVMI Band in Rose Parade
For those interested - the VMI Band is marching in today's Rose Parade in Pasadena CA. If you want to watch- information on the parade broadcast and participants are at this link:...
View ArticleParents' Page?
Is there a website, Facebook page or any online place for parents of appointees to connect?
View ArticleFY16 Branching Results
Here's a shot of how AROTC branching shook out for this year. http://imgur.com/7aUv91X
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