LOA help

[USNA2020]

I don't know if this was answered in a different thread so I thought I'd just ask here:

I have an LOA, but I still need a nom and a medical waiver.

A few questions: does having an LOA help in any way with getting a nomination? (Does the congressman or the nominations board see that you have an LOA?)
My medical condition (myopia >8.00) should be waiverable as it is a common condition and my eyesight is only .37 above 8.00. Will an LOA help with expediting the waiver process?

Thanks for your help in advance!

 

[kinnem]

See this thread just a few down from yours re: nomination chances http://www.serviceacademyforums.com/index.php?threads/son-just-got-an-loa-question.45000/

I won't venture to guess on the waiver.

 

[usnabgo08]

The answer to the first question is answered in: "Son just got an LOA - question" thread...only a few threads below. Your MOCs should receive a copy of the LOA -- as far as being helpful, it depends. The medical waiver process should be initiated by USNA, if you were DQ'd by DODMERB. They will get in contact with you -- you should call Admissions and ask for the medical staff if you haven't heard anything in the next 2-4 weeks. As for the condition...the waiverability will be determined by Navy medical policy and ultimately, the Superintendent; how long that process could take is unknown.