Vista123
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We are finishing this arduous journey for son #1. son #1 had NO medical issues what so ever, so this part of the process is new to us.
Son#2 just starting to prepare for the application process for class of 2018. Son#2 extremely motivated to become an officer in the army. If possible he would like to attend USMA but will also eagerly seek ROTC opportunities.
I have some questions:
Son#2 is color deficient with some major challenges with red/green. He can not pass the Ishihara Test (dot test). He will fail the opto exam and hopefully get to work on a waiver. He knows he can not be in a boat nor can he fly (those were not his goals).
Can someone please explain the process after failing the Ishihara Test (dot test)? Does USMA use the Farnsworth Lantern test as the next test? what if they fail this?
Are the medical standards to ROTC the same?
Has any poster on here received an appointment after failing the color Ishihara Test (dot test) and then the next test (Ie Farnsworth Lantern test)?
Thank You Sincerely,
Vista123
PS-Please dont reply that if he doesn't apply he will have zero chance. I know this already. I am seeking recent anecdotal experiences and current information -no need for motivational pep talk
Son#2 just starting to prepare for the application process for class of 2018. Son#2 extremely motivated to become an officer in the army. If possible he would like to attend USMA but will also eagerly seek ROTC opportunities.
I have some questions:
Son#2 is color deficient with some major challenges with red/green. He can not pass the Ishihara Test (dot test). He will fail the opto exam and hopefully get to work on a waiver. He knows he can not be in a boat nor can he fly (those were not his goals).
Can someone please explain the process after failing the Ishihara Test (dot test)? Does USMA use the Farnsworth Lantern test as the next test? what if they fail this?
Are the medical standards to ROTC the same?
Has any poster on here received an appointment after failing the color Ishihara Test (dot test) and then the next test (Ie Farnsworth Lantern test)?
Thank You Sincerely,
Vista123
PS-Please dont reply that if he doesn't apply he will have zero chance. I know this already. I am seeking recent anecdotal experiences and current information -no need for motivational pep talk
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