Waiting on VMI Regular Decision
I'm new to this forum and am thrilled there is something like this on the web. Can anyone point me to the acceptance thread for VMI 2020? My DS is waiting for regular decision. His application went in...
View ArticleNo contact lens at Basic?
My mother is under the impression that basics are not allowed to wear prescription contact lens during basic training. She claims they are forced to wear glasses. Is this true? I'm not complaining if...
View ArticleCan I get into West Point or Annapolis?
Hello everyone, I am a high school junior and I have submitted my candidate questionnaire and my application to SLS. I was wondering if you could give me some feedback on my profile. I am in the top...
View ArticleArmed Forces Military Tax, Pay, Allowance Guide
https://www.irs.gov/uac/Special-Tax-Benefits-for-Armed-Forces-Personnel I have made a new thread for this, with what I hope is a strong searchable title. I found this link while responding to a thread...
View ArticleNavy Intel
Which majors/minors are best for getting an intel spot? Why are there so few intel jobs available? Are they not that necessary? And what types of things might an intel officer do? Thanks.
View ArticleNominations from Massachusetts
Anyone know competitive Massachusetts is to get nomination from senators markey and warren
View ArticleThe U.S. Armed Forces Blended Retirement System
DS, Army 2Lt (commissioned May 2015, AD end of Sept), sent this to me for comment/opinion/advice: http://the-military-guide.com/wp-co...Blended-military-retirement-graphic-color.pdf So now, I'm asking...
View ArticleComputer science and electrical engineering vs Business Admin. degree
I'm planning on dual majoring but I'm not sure which I should put down because you can only choose one degree for the application. Currently I have Computer Science and electrical engineering.
View ArticleHonor Guard
I have recently been appointed and was wondering if anyone knows where I can get more information regarding the Honor Guard team. I am a member of my AFJROTC Honor Guard and might be interested in...
View Article2nd board waiting
I have everything sent off. I am currently awaiting the 2nd board to come January 25th-29th of 2016. Does anyone know, how long after the board meets will they change the application portal and send...
View ArticleUSAFA Falcon Visitation Experience
If you are chosen to attend the USFA Falcon Visitation Experience does it mean you will more than likely receive an appointment?
View ArticleClass of 2020 Boots
Hey everyone! So I've been appointed to USAFA recently and I was wondering if anyone would like to weigh in on boots: brand, are they allowed during BCT, recommended method to break in, how far to...
View ArticleCompetitive areas?
What states/districts are the most/least competitive for USMA admission? Ate there any trends?
View ArticleCFA Passing Score Notification
I've heard that if CFA is not passing, USNA admissions will send an email to retake. I took the CFA on Jan 5, and as of now, my portal says "Complete Pending Review" with No Further Action Required and...
View ArticleAROTC online/app personality test?
I'm just curious as to how the AROTC multiple choice personality test that is built into the app portal is weighted in the overall "whole person" score? It seems that given the similarity of so many...
View ArticleDo I need a 4.0 for WP
Ok so Im not really worried about ACT/SAT testing too much as a Sophomore(I plan to take them in March).But GPA seems to play a huge role in getting accepted as well.But I feel like all of the people...
View ArticleWaiting for BGO interview to show on CIS
Daughter interviewed with BGO on 11/24/15. Interview hasn't been submitted as of 12/17/15. Is this typical? I know that they are volunteers and some presumably have more candidates to interview than...
View ArticleCredit Card Recommendations
Lt. Delahanty was told he must either have a credit card in his name or he will be issued a govt. one. What is this for? Any recommendations? I'm inclined to advise him to get one through USAA since...
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