LOE
What is the significance of an LOE? I received one from the academy last November but haven't heard anything since. (App is complete) Also, a senior in my class has received an appointment to USMA....
View ArticleAnybody else Accepted to NAPS?
Was just curious who all has been accepted to NAPS! Civilian and Enlisted. Thanks.
View ArticleACT Due Date
When is the exact date that USAFA cuts off for retaking ACT/SAT Scores? My DD had her final ACT test on February 6 (scores available the 16th). One site says February 19th another January 31st. She has...
View ArticleAROTC scholarship and taxes
My son has been awarded a 4-year AROTC scholarship. He will be using it for tuition, so that is not taxable. His university has awarded him a room and board scholarship, so that is non-taxable. I...
View ArticleAnyone know a good workout routine to prepare for plebe summer?
My application is "complete pending review" and I received a nomination from my congressman, so at this point I'm just waiting to see if I'm actually accepted to the academy. But I want to start...
View ArticleParents of Class of 2020 Facebook group
A closed Facebook group has been created for parents of those cadet candidates who have accepted their appointments. It's titled West Point Class of 2020 Parents. Thought I'd get the word out.
View ArticleEyesight issues
I am a freshman in high school and am hoping to get into USNA and become an officer in the navy. I have a 4.125 GPA, but I am unsure if I can get in with my eyesight. I am -4.75 in my left eye and...
View ArticleLts to Area 51
Hi, Can ROTC cadets end up working at area 51 after graduating? Ive personally always had a fascination with the area and with a strong science background with my degree id like to do something...
View ArticleClass of 2019 Numbers
The class of 2019 started Beast with 1270 Plebes. DS tells me that after the first semester they number 1205.
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 ArticleQuestion about Deviated Septum
Hello all, Quick question if you don't mind. Today an ENT confirmed that I have a deviated septum and that the only way to correct is through a septoplasty. I am currently in 11th grade and have...
View Article2021
In 6th grade, I decided to write my report on West Point because I had no idea what it was, and it sounded cool. Little did I know that six years later I would be opening my application for the class...
View Article2015 Grad, Send Questions!
Just graduated last May, can give my honest opinions/advice on the academy and how to get in.
View ArticleGood thing this Marine got home before Trump is elected President
http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/amir-hekmati-marine-freed-iran-heads-home-michigan-n501091 I'd trade a 100 Donald Trumps for one Muslim like him. I hope that plane was loaded with bottled water.
View ArticleYour son/daughter goes where???
I am trying to compile a list of questions and responses from people when you talk to them about your child. Anything from the silly to the uneducated ones are fine. 1-5 sentences preferable. Thanks....
View ArticleTN Noms
I received a nomination from my Congressman for USNA the other day but I was wondering if anyone had heard from Senators? I still need a USAFA nom and I was curious if they had started to come out.
View ArticleWill scores dq me
I took the SAT and ACT already, and did drastically different. SAT I posted a 570 CR and 640 Math. ACT I received a 33 English and 32 math. I know my ACT is great but would my mediocre at best SAT...
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 ArticleNew Jersey Nomination?
Has anyone from New Jersey been notified of senator nominations yet from Booker or Menendez?
View ArticleUSMA Class of 2020 Appointment Thread
USAFA has their thread up and running, so I guess it is time....Congratulations to all who have received appointments so far. Copy and paste and then add your own appointment to the list. Keep working...
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