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Home for Christmas break. But I want to see my TEE grades... :confused:

Is it prohibited once accepted to be tattood prior to R-day? I'm aware that once in the academy, you have to agree not to get further tattoos while there, so I really want to get mine now. But absolutely not if it's against the rules, haha!

This might be a dumb question, but I'm a little confused about in the travel information section of the candidate portal what it means by "Points of Contact." Would that just be our parents or relatives, or? Sorry if this is a silly question. I'm a 2015 appointee if that clarifies anything.

Just wondering-- What is West Point's policy on tattoos? I'm aware that you cannot get anymore after you enter the academy. But are there certain spots that you are not allowed to have them going in? (obviously nothing offensive, etc) Thanks

Hello! Alright, so my first SAT scores I was very disappointed with (scored a clean 1800). So I took it again in March. And this time I scored 2160, with all sections above 700. Should I still consider taking it again in the fall? And also... my GPA is normally at an A-, but...

How long does it normally take to receive the follow-up package after sending in everything for SLS? I sent out my entire package on 26 January, and still have not received the follow-up... When should I get worried? I made copies of all the documents included just in case something...

Just thought I'd make a thread for everyone else who has been accepted so far. Congratulations to all of you, and good luck to those still waiting on an answer. Best wishes! And since many people seem to be asking about how long it took, feel free to post your apply-accepted time period...

I just came back from a routine physical to discover that I had a prescribed flovent for (mild) asthma up until the age of ten. I know I had been diagnosed with a small case when I was young, but did not know I had been on the meds that long. I know asthma is a huge deal when it comes to...

http://ow.ly/WQHH Ace article. Really inspiring for West Point girls. :D

Right now I'm in the midst of entering my 2nd semester as a high school junior. Would now be the time to start calling/paying a visit to my congressional representatives in terms of getting a jump start to applying for a nomination? Only problem is I am not happy with my current SAT...

I was on the phone with my MALO today, and she informed me that I was accepted. :shake: But I have a question regarding the week designation-- When do we find out which week we have been assigned? I have not yet received the acceptance letter in the mail, but it should be coming. Will it say in...

I have a question. I recently applied for SLS, but I know that my SAT scores were not that strong (1800), but my ACT was pretty good (29 composite), so my question is that if I am not accepted, how would I go about applying to other academy programmes? I know I want to apply to USMA for...

So there was no space for GPA on the SLS form, I'm a bit concerned. I meant to put it in comments, but in fighting for space to include all my volunteer/extra currics, it slipped out. I did not include that I am applying for Girl State either. AHH! I emailed about the GPA... what should I do?

So I have been waiting for my SAT scores to apply for SLS. Problem is, that I got them and I didn't do so hot. I never took a prep course or anything, and took it very early my junior year so I obviously plan on taking it again (with a course this time!). I got 1800. My question is, should I...

So since the application window for SLS has opened, I payed a visit to my school counciler and requested my GPA and Class rank. I got my GPA (10.13/12 :D ). but she told me that the class was not ranked yet, and will not be until the beginning of my senior year. I am a junior now, and trying to...

So as years go by, innovations are always coming in regards to women in the military and equality seems that it shall some day come. Women are entering the infantry as medics, now, women are fighting their way onto submarines, etc, etc... but what about as regular infantrymen? What are the...

Hi, So I am a junior in high school, and have never wrestled before, but I've always a keen interest in doing so. I previously did Tae-Kwon-Do for a good 3 years or so, obtained black belt, blah, so I do have some experience with controlled hand-to-hand (though a different sort). I work out...

I have someone in mind for a recommendation who I've known all my life and continued to keep in contact with. The recommendation criteria states that the recommender must be a non-family member, however I have a dilemma here. The man I have in mind, who is a major in USMC, is my mother's step...

Hello, I am currently a high school junior aspiring to be a part of the long grey line USMA class of 15. I took the PSAT last year, and scored in the 85th percentile, but I plan on doing a lot better on my SAT. My question is when during this year should I look to take the SAT/ACT? I am going...

Hello everyone, I am a current Junior in high school and hoping to attend USMA at West Point for the class of 15. I just found out about this website yesterday, at the Academy Day in CT that I went to (it was a great, really informative experience that any prospective future service academy...