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    USNA Recommendations

    +1 Couldn't agree with bubalma more... DS attended NASS and was selected Company ColorMan, brought up to stage along with the 4 other ColorMen, and appropriately recognized. He then went through USMA / USNA application process... and obtained 3 MOC nominations... all to West Point. He...
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    CFA scores

    Do not underestimate the importance of the mile run and being physically in shape. Cadet2017: A couple of years ago, my DS had similar difficulties with his mile run when he started doing his CFA. His initial attempts were at the 7:40+ mark. He played basketball, but the coach did not...
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    Any advice on MOC interviews?

    Here is the advice my DS received from a very wise person….. He took the advice to heart, practiced (with his parents) and fine tuned his responses so that they came off naturally. He received two nominations and is currently at the Academy. “Here are a few tips and some potential questions...
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    Why Naval Academy be a choice for a smart kid

    "Why Naval Academy be a choice for a smart kid" I know a number of smart kids who went to the Naval Academy to get away from their ignorant parents. -Seahorse
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    Greystone Academy - feedback needed

    KP Mom... DS followed your suggestion when reseaching "prep schools" (websites, calls to admin & alumni, etc), and came to the same conclusion... that Greystone was the most appropriate choice for "preparing" for a service academy, as well as the most appropriate choice for Plans D-Z...
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    Chances

    Irafos: Your current body of work looks impressive, especially for being a Sophomore. IMHO... your lack of sports / participation may limit your chances . You may be physically inclined, but unfortunately do not have the platform to demonstrate your basic capabilities. One thing you...
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    NMMI Prep Success

    Major, Thanks for your answers / insights. Congratulations to your candidates that recieved thier appointments; and good luck to those that are still waiting. I know all involved have worked very hard to achieve what they have earned. Seahorse
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    NMMI Prep Success

    Had similar questions regarding USNA Foundation sponsored preps when Major Hanak advised notification was emminent (last week in a different thread). Disappointed that I have not heard back from him. Also, curious about the success rates for self-preps (for all SA's and ROTC...
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    USNA Foundation Appointments???

    Thanks Major, Good luck to all of your candidates. After the CELEBRATION stops :wink: please let us know how they did. I'm still struggling with understanding whether their appointments are chaged against their MOC or some other source. Struggling in the sense ... as to whether it will...
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    USNA Foundation Appointments???

    Thanks Major. I believe I understand the process that the USNA Foundation offers cadidates the opportunity for the Foundation Program. My questions is more related to those that are currently in it (Foundation Class of 2012), and as to when they might expect to hear about thier...
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    USNA Foundation timing?

    Thanks Commando. I was more curious about this year's Foundation students, and the timing of appointments being made. With all the talk of appointments / acceptances on other threads... I was wondering if these have kicked in yet, because if they have, that leaves fewer and fewer slots...
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    USNA Foundation Appointments???

    Does anyone have any insight as to when the USNA Foundation students will be notified of their appointments (or lack thereof)? Any sense as to how many appointment slots these appointments will absorb? Are they charged against MOC's / other nomination sources or are they taken against the...
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    USNA Foundation timing?

    Does anyone have any insight as to when the USNA Foundation students will be notified of their appointments (or lack thereof)? Any sense as to how many appointment slots these appointments will absorb? Are they charged against MOC's / other nomination sources or are they taken against the...
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