Recent content by mtnro

USMMA Website On the website admission's link is a class profile link. It states international student numbers. I don't think any were admitted last year.

I found USMMA-my DS wanted USNA (being a Navy Seal is very popular in our teen population) Having the choice was satisfactory for him. After the last 10 months as a plebe, he is now excited about becoming an engineer in the maritime industry and is no longer interested in Active Duty. It is...

My first time at USMMA was to drop off my DS. It was such a wonderful bonding experience with other parents at the parent assoc. tents. Getting my calendars (super important for planning flights home), knickknacks, making friends & having a lot of good conversations. The Supe's talk was...

I have to mention that the plebes at the end practiced at midnight (only time free) to get the moves down. Now that's dedication:yllol:

No one from any of the classes on several Facebook pages has ever received a 1098T since there is no tuition. Various decisions from tax people ranging from deduct everything to nothing.

I too live in the mountains, miles from anywhere. I read EVERYTHING on all the sites-even looked back in archives to see what were the problems encountered in previous years. The logistics of long distance transportation & making the many appointments is beyond many adults, much less 17 yr olds...

Here's what is posted on the USMMA Alumni page as there isn't new info on the USMMA page. MIDSHIPMEN/PLEBES DUE BACK AS SCHEDULED Admiral Helis informed the National Parents Association that all Midshipmen and Plebes are to report as scheduled on Sunday 4 November. He said that this will...

Just wanted to remind all that this thread is discussing the 3 military SA's. Coast Guard SA does not require any nomination & the Merchant Marine SA is by state ie any of the MOCs (and only a MOC-no vice presiden/president/JROTC etc.) in your state can nominate you and USMMA doesn't have to...

From my standpoint of a teacher, it is very helpful & makes you look organized & effective to provide a resume to all teachers that you are asking LOR's from. List all academic awards/competitions; athletics inc. awards/& above school rankings ie regional; all clubs; church; scouts inc...

I agree that talking with your MOC's (member of congress) to understand their viewpoint is very important. Most Congressmen have Academy Information events that you should attend. Ours encouraged everyone to choose as many SA's that they would be willing to attend. My DS received nom's for both...

Just FYI: Most listed hotels on Parent Page are not offering the discounted rates. Most families are using Expedia,Kayak etc. to find good rates. Many different hotels are being used up to 30-40 min. away. Definitely book room ASAP seems more expensive than it was during Indoc.

I just wanted to let you know a small update-Class 2016 FB has collected approx$1000 to help out m/n Cowden's family. It is small but heartfelt. My p/c told me in a FB post that m/n Cowden is back at USMMA & is 'incredibly motivating'. He is a strong outstanding young man & I am grateful my son...

As a parent, I appreciate the value of both. I have been an avid reader of the SAF for the past year & 1/2, although not really a participant. The advice has been very helpful and when strong viewpoints have been discussed, I felt I was also being trained in the government/maritime culture.:shake:

We have a newspaper clipping dated 1/20/11 congratulating an appointment for a Livermore,CA boy. He got his letter near Christmas so some CA districts have been looked at. He got Sen. Feinstein's nom. Best Wishes for you.

Check out their web page http://www.csum.edu/military/militaryoptions.asp[/URL]. Best wayto find out the 'feel' since you live close is to visit. They have tours M-F 2x a day and will answer questions. Good Luck.