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afrotc16, thanks so much for the reply! I appreciate your insight greatly. I'll keep these points in mind!

I was offered an appointment to VMI and I'm excited about starting my cadetship there. I'll be transferring in as a sophomore and I'd appreciate your insight: 1) does a non-tech major have any prayer of getting an AFROTC scholarship/Field Training slot? 2) Does transferring in put you at a...

I was offered an appointment to VMI and I'm excited about starting my cadetship there. I'll be transferring in as a sophomore and I'd appreciate your insight: 1) does a non-tech major have any prayer of getting an AFROTC scholarship? 2) Does transferring in put you at a disadvantage? 3) How do...

Nilet, Thank you for lending your experience: it's invaluable. Here's my situation: I was just turned down by USAFA for the third time. I was offered an appointment to VMI and I'm excited about starting my cadetship there. I'll be transferring in as a sophomore and I'd appreciate your insight...

Absolutely do NOT let a TWE get you down! If your goal is to go to an academy, regroup and plan your next strategy. I'm eagerly awaiting news from USAFA, but I've gotten the dreaded "no" from USAFA not once, but twice; this is my third year applying. Keep your head up and persevere towards your...

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I was self prep. I have yet to hear from USAFA, but I received my appointment from VMI earlier this week. Your entire existence up on the mountain is to prepare you physically and academically, and my ACT & SAT scores reflected that, as did my CFA scores. NWP, from what I know, is looked...

flight9, NWP is a fantastic choice and I would highly recommend you go through the program. I was NWP c/o '15 and I'll do my best to answer your questions. 1) Daily life varies based on what rotation you are, but it's essentially the same for everyone: Wake up, dorm inspection, breakfast...

Received my appointment yesterday! Very proud and excited to meet the challenge ahead.

My interview was very relaxed and comfortable. I would highly recommend going to interview because it shows dedication. I live on the other side of the country, but I made it a priority and I hope it pays off! Sitting down and talking to someone face to face is always going to be a benefit, in...

I look forward to celebrating with you all when the next round of admission decisions comes out; I hope that it's good news for me. Applying as a transfer student is an interesting situation and I hope I am notified soon. VMI impressed me beyond measure when I went to visit and I know you are...