prior enlisted

Hello! I'm currently an enlisted applicant trying to gauge where I stand against the standards of a direct entry vs a Prep School slot. I would greatly appreciate any priors that are currently applying or have applied to USAFA, and are willing to share any stats they had (like academic/PFA...

My son after going through the application process out of high school and then enlisting secured his appointment to USNA, class of 2027. There is lots of copy on what to expect on Induction Day for Plebes who are not already in the Navy. There is almost nothing for sailors coming up from the...

I was recently appointed to the Academy from being a prior service Airman. I had always considered USAFA as a potential college since I was young in middle school, and had it up there with my dream schools. I was on target and then COVID came and knocked everything out of balance. My home life...

Just finished my entire application last week, now comes the waiting game! I was curious on what the process was like when given an appointment from an overseas base (more specifically PACAF). We’re you able to take something similar to ETS? Or leave en-route? In my current situation I am...

Hello! For context, I’m currently AD and applying through the LEAD program. From high school I have a 1360 SAT (640M/720R) which the portal converted to (32M, 38R, 34W). I finished everything for my application and received an email today confirming receipt of my AF Form 1786, but it also...

Good morning! For some context: all of my COC references and commander nomination are from my guard unit. My COC has no issue releasing me into active duty, but we were wondering if this would cause any conflict in my application. From my understanding West Point pulls from different candidate...

This is a general thread for all things related to the class of 2025 LEAD program. Any updates you are willing to share with other enlisted airmen you can post here. How did everyone's application go? Class Appt date for first LEAD appt reported to the forum 2023 8 March 2022 8 March...

Good Evening All! It has been a couple of years since my last time on this form, but it's nice to be back! Sadly, I am applying to the Naval Academy for my last time. After this year, I will be too old for the next I-Day. Between my first application in High School and now, I've enlisted in...

What happens when a midshipman candidate who is prior enlisted decides they no longer want to attend the academy or NAPS. Are they sent back to the command they previously came from or sent where ever the needs of the Navy are? Do they get to finish the remainder of their contract with the same...

What happens when a midshipman candidate decides they no longer want to attend the academy or NAPS. Are they sent back to the command they previously came from or sent where ever the needs of the Navy are? Do they get to finish the remainder of their contract with the same rate?

I am looking for some insight from Soldier applicants who gained direct admission to USMA. Some background: I had an unimpressive ACT score (28), HS GPA and class rank (3.4, probably around the 50 percentile class rank). Enlisted in the Army NG, flipped the switch and started crushing my...

Here is a thread for the Enlisted Airmen who are applying for USAFA or USAFPS and entering 2020. Using this thread, we can help each other out with questions, issues, and other knowledge. Resources CAO 25MAY2019: USAFA LEAD Page LEAD Handbook AF Form 1786 (Nomination) Instructions to...

Ask Me Anything. I'm a Soldier Candidate (MN ARNG) for the Class of 2023, and as of today my admin kit is complete (besides the Initial Deposit and Computer/Tablet Preference). I've balanced full-time college and part-time/full-time work (most recently as a National Guard Title 32 Technician). I...

I'm applying to USAFA through the LEAD program and I was wondering if anyone knows or is someone who is attending USAFA/USAFAPS? I was wondering what their status was when they applied (SAT/ACT, high school GPA, college?, leadership roles, CFA, etc...). I'm really hoping to attend USAFA or the...

Does anybody know how many dedicated slots there are for prior-enlisted soldiers? Is it split into reserves/active duty? Are only combat veterans allowed to apply?

Here is a thread for the Enlisted Airmen who are applying for USAFA or USAFPS and entering 2019. Using this thread, we can help each other out with questions, issues, and other knowledge.

Does anybody know how competitive it is to receive a nomination from the Secretary of the Navy as a prior enlisted sailor? Is it easier than securing a nomination from a Congressional Representative? I don't think I could stand a chance at securing a Congressional nomination required for admissions.

I am currently enlisted in the Air Force and would like to attend the Air Force Academy. I arrived at my first duty station 2 months ago and I plan on submitting my lead packet within 6 months. I'm wondering whether the lead program is realistic for me and what I can do to improve my chances of...

I am currently a senior in high school. I have a 95 on my asvab, and I'm qualified for the nuke program. I also submitted a non-binding acceptance of a 4yr NROTC scholarship to Virginia Tech. I'm trying to make a decision between enlisting or going to school. I know that the navy nuke program...

Hello, I am currently enlisted (hit my one year mark this past October) and have taken a keen interest in applying to the Academy. I heard about the LEAD program from a friend and felt inclined to apply; with this being a service academy, I know the competition will be fierce, so I am much more...