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    MMI

    I couldn't tell an exact percentage of the first year MMI self preps to USCGA or USMMA but it didn't seem particularly noteworthy. DS got a very late in the game TWE for USMMA that he was "qualified but not selected" as there were no available seats remaining in his competitive state (VA). We...
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    A little confused

    Change your screen name.
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    MMI

    DS is there this year as self prep. We await news from USMMA. He likes it well enough that it is his Plan B to return in the fall of he doesn't get an appointment.
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    Guidance on Marion Military Institute

    DS found out about MMI late last year after being waitlisted for USCGA. It has been a very good decision for him. He loved the military structure; the classes have been tough; the environment supportive and a good transition step. While USCGA denied him his 2nd time last week, he also awaits...
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    Band Co. Email

    Well jmoney, we hope you are correct. We have band "intro" letters but lack appointment invites... So once we have that in hand, midshipmen are we! Err...or at least DS and Plebe will be... . Midshipmen Mom for me.
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    Band Co. Email

    Any news for anybody that received the band intro letter?
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    Crickets

    Journey done for USAFA in VA. DS received an email and portal update declining to admit my awesome son! :) on to a new path. Good luck everyone. Thanks for whiling away the wait with us. (And our last name begins with a C). ;)
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    Wait List Questions

    DS would like your slot...and he would commit today.
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    "HOLD" status letter

    DS received a letter today clarifying he has been placed in Hold status and is on the National Wait List. It indicates that appointments will be issued through 4/16/15, but to be aware that candidates can be pulled from the wait list just days prior to report day in July.
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    Band Co. Email

    Plebe... Any news yet?
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    VA nominations by the numbers

    Where is the list available that you referred to about who were this year's nominees?
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    Questions from a Prospective Cadet

    Carefully decide! Most have determined they want the appointment before they apply. There are many who would take that appointment off your hands in a minute. It is a great opportunity for those up and committed to the challenge.
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    Class of 2019 Appointment Thread

    Clearly? Probably not. Lol. However there are a few threads if you search... Appointment steps or process.
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    Class of 2019 Appointment Thread

    We are in Charlottesville area. DS is currently at prep school in Alabama, however.
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