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  1. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    I honestly have no idea how the recruitment process is done, I'm just a regular dude. If you get in, make sure you still make an effort to help your fellow plebes of your company with duties. Athletes get a bad reputation for shamming out of duties that everyone else shares. Other than that...
  2. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    There are all sorts of clubs that serve every interest. While I wasn't on the team, I routinely hung out with the triathlon team and they are some super awesome people that do an incredible sport. If you go to USMA's website, there is a section under the Directorate of Cadet Activities with a...
  3. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    Yes, cadets have a monthly stipend, but Plebes only earn about $200 per month. Consider that much of that money will be spent at USMA on school supplies, snacks, and ordering food or things of Amazon. NY is also a very expensive place to live and get around in. The train to the city costs $28...
  4. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    I was a swimmer in high school so I took the accelerated version, but they have a class called "rock swimming" where they will work with cadets who don't have a strong background in swimming. I think I heard that they even start training you during BEAST now, but I could be mistaken. Anyways...
  5. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    They have changed it to "combat grappling" which focuses on teaching and using the Army's martial arts program. While it is not wrestling, wrestlers tend to dominate the mats anyways. If you enjoy rolling around on the ground and getting sweaty, the combat grappling will fulfill that desire. And...
  6. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    1) Plebe year can be tough since you only have one pass for the whole semester, but higher will make some weekends free for all cadets so be sure to take advantage of those. Signing up on trip sections with various academic departments is another good way to get off post and make friends. If you...
  7. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    They do, but like any bureaucracy, change is slow. They only changed out one sport in the whole 4 years I was there, if that is any indication.
  8. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    I certainly wasn't the strongest applicant when it came to grades, only about a 3.7 from a public school, but I had strong leadership in extracurriculars. (I also had a solid ACT which probably helped). I was an Eagle Scout and had some very special and rare opportunities with the organization...
  9. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    I mentioned earlier that trying to practice for Mil Move is probably too dangerous to do without proper instruction. If anything, focus on HIIT workouts. The IOCT is only about 3 mins long, so it's a sprint. Also, developing strong calisthenics will help out in BEAST but also provide better...
  10. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    1) You will be able to shower at least once, but almost always, twice per day. Please take advantage of the showers, New Cadets are notorious for a particular stench and your cadre will thank you if you practice good hygiene. One exception to this is if you are in the field. 2) If my memory...
  11. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    Being nervous/excited is good, USMA will turn that feeling into confidence with time. 1) Physically: body weight exercises and running. Make sure your push-ups look good and that you aren't the slowest runner. Through in some practice rucking to make sure your boots are broken in. Mentally...
  12. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    Well, remote learning makes it much harder to riot, that's for sure. 1) West Point is still West Point, even when it's thousands of miles away. Lots of cadets are facing a little extra homework and a lot more screen time on computers as instructors are making sure that cadets are still getting...
  13. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    First off, congrats on your appointment, but now the real test begins. I am not totally up to date on all the policies regarding what can/cannot be brought during R-Day, so I would just wait on that one. You will have the opportunity to visit the Cadet Store within the first couple of days to...
  14. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    Yes, all of a cadet's money is deposited into something called a Cadet Account which is managed by the treasurer. Meals, uniforms, issue points, and other expenses are deducted on a monthly basis, one of those deductions being the laundry service. There are also laundry machines available for...
  15. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    I'll start by stating for the record that I am NOT on the admissions board, so this is only my opinion, but it sounds like your son is well on his way to being a cadet. USMA understands that applicants come from a vast background with various experiences (one of my BEAST friends was from some...
  16. LFK1998

    C/O 2020 here, AMA

    Just a current Firstie stuck at home due to the occuring public health crisis. I figured I would return to this forum after a 4 year hiatus and dispense some knowledge to those who might want it. Feel free to ask anything and everything about USMA, I'll give you a straight answer.
  17. LFK1998

    I want to know how the Physical Test are personally at West Point.

    Plebe here, I was in a similar boat as you, but I did have a little more time to fix myself. Keep working on push-ups, try doing a total of 100 or 200 spaced throughout the day. Same thing for sit-ups but try shooting for 200-300. Running sucks and I'm not very good at it, but just getting...
  18. LFK1998

    USMA 2021 Appointment Thread

    Don't count yourself out. If you take a look at the appointment thread from last year, there were about 4 people appointed from my district alone (KS-02). The game is far from over.
  19. LFK1998

    Choosing between Army and Air Force

    Plebe here, I was also in the exact same predicament last year: receiving offers from both USAFA and USMA. If you want to lead soldiers, come to USMA. If you want to fly fixed wing aircraft, go to USAFA. I am also from the Midwest (Kansas) and the separation from home isn't too bad (you don't...
  20. LFK1998

    Field Force Interview

    FFRs are spread thin when compared to ALOs and BGOs, thus it is likely that they wait to do interviews (if at all) until candidates have gotten pass a point in the application process. As for me, the FFR interview never materialized and I was still appointed. The bottom line is that I wouldn't...
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