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Ask Me Anything. I'm a Soldier Candidate (MN ARNG) for the Class of 2023, and as of today my admin kit is complete (besides the Initial Deposit and Computer/Tablet Preference). I've balanced full-time college and part-time/full-time work (most recently as a National Guard Title 32 Technician). I...

Backstory, tried to go to OCS after undergrad and was DQ'd from MEPS before I had been re-evaluated from VA or before I had any documentation from the VA about my diagnosis. Decided to pursue a Masters and ROTC. I was diagnosed with Adjustment Disorder from the VA but was quick to...

Hello everyone. About a month ago, I received a TWE letter of denial to USNA after receiving my congressional nomination, but I really want to attend this incredible institution, so I have regrouped and have come up with a plan, and I just wanted to see what the Service Academy Forums community...

Hello, I’m currently CPR with Congressional Nom PA for the class of 2023. I’ve been wondering what is acceptable after a TWE if I want to reapply the following year. Originally my plan was to do some Lay Missionary work for my church in hopes of understanding and strengthening my faith. But...

Hello, I am a candidate for the US Naval Academy with a conditional offer of appointment(LOA). Quite a while ago, I sent in my initial medical exam, and was then requested to send several remedials, which I promptly submitted. Several weeks later, I was medically disqualified for asthma after...

I am a medical turnback from the class of 2022 at the Air Force Academy and will be returning for the class of 2023. I have already gone through basic training and the entire application process. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your DD’s, DS’s, or personal experience, feel free...

I am a candidate for USNA, currently I have recieved LOA and I am pending a medical waiver. My question is in regards to USNA's policy on second semester senior year grades. I am currently in 6 AP classes, and as AP exams are approaching, the coursework for each class is ramping up. I expect to...

Just found out that my waiver was granted and that I am now medically qualified. This was the last thing that I needed to be "3Q". I admit that I was caught off guard when I saw the good news. Guess I had become used to opening the portal every week and seeing "Waiver requested". For any future...

Hello all, I'm an AROTC cadet studying English and Political science. I am strongly considering becoming an Army chaplain but was unsure if pursuing it through ROTC was a good idea. I have been told that it's better to direct commission as a chaplain rather than doing it through the Chaplain...

If you are/were a successful USCGA applicant who gained admission, what do you think were some of the determining factors that helped you get in? Obviously it is different for everyone, and I understand that in no way does replicating similar factors assure admission, but I am still curious and...

Good Afternoon, I was just wondering how you apply to the USAFA prep school? I was going to use this as a backup if I don't get accepted to USAFA. Is it a separate application or does everyone who applies gets considered for a prep school appointment? I plan to apply out of high school. Thanks...

I am a 2023 candidate with a 4.3 gpa, 40/500 rank, 30 ACT, and a 1350 SAT. I am a three sport athlete, being named a captain in all three. I am a member of Key-club, NHS, and Various church groups including the nominating committee. My FFR told me to try to bolster my extra curricular...

Good Afternoon (To all you all in the mountain time zone), I just want to know what kind of things the Academy puts a lot of bulk in when applying. I know they like people who are involved in the community, diverse applicants, and academics but is there any specific examples they look for? Do...

Hello, I just did my CFA today and I think I did pretty terrible (female BTW)... Is there anyway I could still get in? BB Throw; 30 feet Flexed Arm Hang; 9 seconds (awful, I know) Shuttle Run; 10.5 seconds Sit Ups; 53 Push-Ups; 14 Mile Run; 8:44 I've only been training for like 10 days (I...

Hey all, I am 14 years old and I have made the decision to apply for USAFA when I am 17. I am looking for advice on what to do now to strengthen my application. I am a freshman in a STEM high school, I take 10th-grade math, pre-ap biology, CE (Concurrent Enrollment at a college) English...

Hi, I was wondering if anybody has any advise for someone interested in USNA who also wants to be a Marine.

I am a current cadet at USAFA who has decided to leave. I put a lot of thought into my decision; I do not mean for this thread to be about my decision. What I would like advice on is this: I need to get home and continue my life, get a job, and apply to colleges again. I have been out-processing...

Hello, I'm an AS100 about 4 weeks into the program on a 4 year type 7 scholarship. I'm studying biology as a premed student. The first two weeks I liked the program and was excited about it, although, now I've become totally burnt out and feel like I'm always dreading it. I would like to go to...

Hi, I am currently an eighth grader and I have been seriously thinking of aiming for West Point for a couple of years now. I have had two cousins graduate from The Point, one of which is a general in the army right now, so I am kinda familiar with the application process. But, anyway, I was...

I am a rising senior and I am beginning my application for the Marine Option NROTC Scholarship. I am having trouble finding anywhere online the deadline for my application to reviewed on the early board. Does anyone know the application deadline for the early board or where I could find this...