Interviews

bsa07eagle said:
This is kind of a silly question, but how do people overseas get a nomination? I don't live overseas or anything. I am just wondering how they are able to get a nomination since there are no state senators or reps over there. Obviously some of them might be able to get the presidential because their parents are deployed, but what if they can't get the presidential?

Later,

Brian
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There are many "categories" of folks that live overseas but the "how" is pretty much the same.

If you have moved overseas because your parents are working there: military, civilian, whatever, you still remain a citizen of your home state "of record." I was born in Florida, grew up in the UK for many years, and then moved back to the USA.

When I applied to USAFA I lived AT THE ACADEMY (father was hospital commander) but applied from my home state of Florida.

It's not a big deal.

Steve
USAFA ALO
USAFA '83
 
I assume that you didn't have to fly back to Florida for the interview? So I guess it is just wherever your (or your parents) residency is located.

Thanks,

Brian
 
bsa07eagle said:
I assume that you didn't have to fly back to Florida for the interview? So I guess it is just wherever your (or your parents) residency is located.

Thanks,

Brian
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Actually I did fly back to Florida the first time. My MoC and one of my senators wanted me there.

The second year, I never remember hearing back from my senator but my MoC called me personally and said he remembered me from the previous year and was nominating me again.

And the rest...well...

Steve
USAFA ALO
USAFA '83
 
Wow,

I don't know any better way to show true dedication than to fly to the nom interview. That is pretty cool, and apparently it worked out pretty well.

Later,

Brian
 
I drove about 8 hours to get to my MOCs and they seemed impressed by it. I can only imagine what they would think if you flew overseas to them.
 
That is pretty impressive,

I am starting to wish that I lived a long ways away from my senator and rep. That really shows the extent of your dedication. It seems to have worked out for you guys.

Later,

Brian
 
Yah I agree Brian, I wish I lived farther away too, too bad I only live 5 minutes away from the interview location.:yllol:
 
Hey! I was just wondering something, its kind of stupid but I cant help myself. If your congressman asks if you have applied for a ROTC scholarship and you say yes, will this lower your chances of receiving a nomination becuase they know you have a back-up plan while some other candidates dont? Thanks.

USMAalltheway
 
USMAalltheway said:
Hey! I was just wondering something, its kind of stupid but I cant help myself. If your congressman asks if you have applied for a ROTC scholarship and you say yes, will this lower your chances of receiving a nomination becuase they know you have a back-up plan while some other candidates dont? Thanks.

USMAalltheway
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No. It is generally looked as a positive. It shows that you are dedicated to becoming an officer - not that you just want to attend the academy. When my daughter interviewed several years ago - she was asked if she has applied for a ROTC scholarship. They were impressed when she has already been offered one and she got a nomination.
 
Ditto JAM! You might offer an answer something like "I have applied and received confirmation of an ROTC scholarship to University of Somewhere. I am dedicated to becoming a XXXX officer and this is my "back up plan." I plan to re-apply to USXA if I do not gain admission this year."
 
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