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It’s a waste of time if you want it to be. You either want to do this or don’t. If you really want to do this, then enlist and apply for officer programs from there. Plenty of folks join the military in their mid-20s, especially on the officer side. Either commit or focus on other things.

None of us can say. The only way it’s 100% a no is if you do not apply. Take the core courses of chemistry, calculus, physics, English, etc. Prove you can handle a Plebe like schedule and thrive with ECAs, working, keeping in shape .

International Midshipmen often have very long service obligations with their own nations. I can 4 in my company over the years. Most had a minimum of 10 years service. In joint operations/exercises it wasn’t uncommon to come across our classmates.

Protestant services are probably most closely to something like non-denominational Christian services at USNA, especially during Plebe Summer. Since it is services on base I would say they have a lot of ritual as well. During Plebe Summer the sermons tend to be focused on topics that hit home...

Could be. Traditionally the foreign nationals report a few weeks ahead of time. They have additional paperwork usually with their countries at embassies. They used to even travel a bit. This also allows them to adjust to English full time, time zones and general acclimation. Usually a week or...

Waiver authority is different for AROTC and USNA/NAPS. Yes, USNA is working as quickly as possible. Admissions is busy this week, but should be reviewing final apps for waivers.

Sorry to hear about this year. May 2030 go much smoother. I would definitely be following up every few months. May there be an LOA issued early, nom in hand as soon as possible, and DoDMERB qual.

May our Soldiers, Airmen, Marines, Sailors and Coasties all remain safe. As well as the civilians, contractors and allies supporting our forces.

It sounds like you have two options; find a good specialist for a diagnosis with a really good PT program for running or give up. Give it everything you have and if it doesn’t work out, then you can say you tried it all. There are many ways to serve your country.

Yes, it is possible. Some states coordinate nominations, so it can be more difficult to get nominations. Rank your SA noms as you see fit. Don’t apply just to apply. Understand the mission of each service and their respective SA.

Probably took his phone away.

BGOs are there to answer questions and assist with the application. A short introduction email would questions would be fine. Ensure he has thoroughly read the admissions website first. Don’t want to ask questions that are readily available.

I know everyone is anxious. It’s okay. With anxiety comes the need to control things. No box lunch, they will be fine. That wasn’t a thing until recently. I can’t remember a single one of us having a snack, lunch or even cold drink brought to us for the 30 minutes we had. Embrace the time for...

This… it can be nice as usually discords and stuff get set up. But it’s not required. We actually never found out ahead of time. When you got your name tag the minute you stepped inside Alumni, you found out. It will come.

There will be a Plebe Summer Parents packet sent via email, posted on the portal or sent hard copies. Not sure what one they do these days, I am sure someone can chime in. The USNA website will post the schedule and details.