Recent content by nn139

From my experience, your academic composite will be heavily dependent on your school profile. I had C's in high school and yet this place still thinks I will do exceedingly well academically. Standardized testing is also an important measure of comparing cadets to a national standard.

Honestly, you should do whatever class interests YOU. As with any top notch school, the Academy likes to see well rounded individuals who follow their passions and make commitments to whatever they choose to do. As far as weighting goes, unless the classes specifically have the word "Honors"...

That's an awesome story! I aspire to be like your friend one day.

Maybe this will be helpful: Unweighted GPA: ~3.8 Academy Weighted GPA: 4.0 I literally took the hardest possible course load available every year.

My pleasure. See you in June!

I spoke with my USAFA Counselor about my Dual-Citizenship with Canada. She told me to just bring in both of my passports and the situation will be sorted out while at the Academy. As far as I know, you only need to have the citizenship renounced prior to commisioning. Also, the Appointee...

I agree with Christcorp. CAP is an investment in you, not in your resume. I am currently a Cadet Chief Master Sergeant and CAP has been a critical part in my development as a leader. I have learned skills related to responsibility, teamwork, and assertiveness through my participation in the...

As was said earlier, follow the instructions on their respective websites. Some MOCs require a mailed letter stating your intent to apply for nomination. If that is the case here is a good template to use: http://usmilitary.about.com/library/milinfo/blacademynominate.htm

This is really a cool program if you are interested in a STEM based career field. I was unfortunately not able to attend last years camp, as it was cancelled due to the Waldo Canyon Fires. Nevertheless, being able to meet with military engineers really gave me an idea of what the carreer field...

So the only placement exams we take are for math? The rest I assume would be validated by AP scores/college credits.

I guess you can bring it, but the use will be restricted.

Good luck!

The best advice I have heard for receiving an appointment is to strive for perfection. Excel in everything to the best of your abilities. "Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss it you will land among the stars." - Les Brown

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I met a B2 pilot who was 5'2". I think you should be fine!