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    Post Grad Masters

    I guess what I was meaning to ask was, "knowing that sailing irregular days (30-45-60-90?) on or off, are there schools/curriculum that offer course work which can be incorporated into this type of schedule. IE If I sail 90 days, are there classes I can take for the 90 days I am not sailing?
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    Post Grad Masters

    Just wondering if anyone has insight on obtaining Masters while fulfilling sailing obligation. Are there certain schools with class schedules that allow for a "typical" 3rd mate sailing schedule? Do the shipping companies offer incentives for those pursing Masters? Is there a resource where one...
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    What to bring for Indoc

    Other than extra underwear and socks for males ( I presume similar for females), I would not bring much more than what "logging in" book says. You will "stand out" if you have more "stuff" than anyone/everyone else. Besides, your parents will want to send you stuff that you may want
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    Possible Appointment.

    It's early in your search, but not a bad thing. Follow the advice of those who have answered and MAKE SURE you get involved in extra curricular activities OUTSIDE of school. Volunteer work, internships, etc. KP looks for the busiest candidates with great academics, not just great academics. Know...
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    NY Metro PA Welcome aboard BBQ

    If you are an incoming Plebe Candidate class of '19, The NY Metro PA will hold it's annual welcome aboard BBQ on June 21st from 12 Noon- 3 PM. Candidates and their family members are welcome to attend. This event is courtesy of the USMMA Parents association, Metro NY chapter. You and your...
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    official visit

    Just some input...the Plebe year "BS" applies at all Service Academies. Teacher "issues", exist at many higher education institutes, and part of being a M/N at USMMA is managing ALL of the challenges, and succeeding in spite of them. Once of the the great sayings about Kings Point, "Not a great...
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    Women at USMMA

    The school does acceptances, MOC do nominations/appointments, but that's just semantics I guess.
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    Actual Cost at USMMA

    Keep in mind that number can vary greatly depending on how far and how frequently you travel home. In addition, M/N earn approximately 1k per month while at sea.
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    Truth or not? - Football

    Yes of course I do. I was merely pointing to the poster who wrote about the soccer coach, in trying to convince a recruit to go to USMMA, "You realize you are 17 years old, at the other SA's you are making a commitment 10 years long". My point was at KP your 'commitment' is 9 years long...
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    Truth or not? - Football

    Good info as always Tanker, but I think posts were referring to flying pilots rather than sailing pilots. My point was if you really want to fly AFA is better, if you really want to sail, MMA(or CG, or NA) is better. And I disagree slightly with KP soccer coach, all SA's require the 4 year...
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    Truth or not? - Football

    For starters, KP is controlled by the Dept. of Transportation, and NOT the DOD (who manages the other's), so when shutdowns occur (very rare) each department makes it's own decisions. Since KP has more civilian faculty then the other SAs, it will always be more vulnerable. Having said that, KP...
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    Nomination Process for Recruited Athletes

    We agree Lax, was just laying some more stuff out there. KP is more flexible for sure
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    Nomination Process for Recruited Athletes

    LAX Dad, Only from what I have read, I'm not sure his odds of getting Navy pilot slot or AF slot are "just as good" graduating from KP. Keep in mind he is competing with all of the KP grads applying for those alots and the grads from AF/USNA for those spots. If memory serves, there may have...
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    Nomination Process for Recruited Athletes

    In case you were NOT aware, USMMA is D-3, while the USMA and USNA are D1
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    Truth or not? - Football

    In my experience (though not vast) working with college bound athletes and the the coaches during the recruitment process here are some additional questions/tips, in addition to the questions already suggested: -Worth repeating- if you suffer a career threatening injury on your first work-out...
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