You might get a callback, happened to me (still did not attend because I went to NASS). Being originally denied to SLE did not hurt my chances of getting in; in fact, I got an LOA in September of my senior year. Best wishes.
I was originally denied from USMA's SLE (got a callback but didn't attend because I went to NASS and girls state), I didn't even apply to USAFA's. With that being said, I got LOA's and appointments to both USMA and USAFA and didn't even finish my USNA app. I wouldn't overthink it too much. (I am...
I actually tried out for the team and didn't make it... But I'm sure I have met your DS. The climbing team is awesome!! They are some of the best cadets.
I'm a current plebe at USMA, and I am very open to taking any questions you all have. This site was very helpful for me last year. I will do all I can be to help others just as much.
I'm in the class of 2020 (a plebe this year). I received my LOA on September 3rd, 2015 and received my appointment just before Christmas. You will get yours as long as you stay healthy and don't do anything stupid. It should come at the end of January at the latest.
I was denied SLE at first, got a call back (but was already going to NASS and girls state), and then finished my application in August and received an LOA on September 3 this past year. Don't think too much into it!
Your portal will update soon! There is a long list of things to do, but it is quite manageable (immunizations, blood test, vision survey, teeth exam/x-rays, travel, points of contact, etc.)