The 2 most common questions asked by a MOC is:
1. Why do you want to go to the "...... Academy"?
2. Why should we choose YOU to be the one who gets the nomination?
Answers:
1. Explain your goals. (Hint: The academy is not a goal; it's a track for you reaching your goals)
2. Explain how your goals will be beneficial to the military and with you serving your country.
3. Explain how the academy is the BEST way for you to reach your goals and be the best asset you can be to the military and our country.
I can't be specific, because I don't know your individual goals. However, here is an example: NOTE: It seems long, but speaking it is only about 1:30. (Minute-thirty seconds). And again, it's just an example. Combining your goals; wanting to serve the military; how they compliment each other; and being modest/humble while at the same time mentioning your interests. At the end, generically mention your multiple accomplishments so as to LEAD THE PANEL into asking you some more questions. Again, this is only an example. Don't critique it for grammar, content, or anything else. Simply saying that in a MINUTE and a HALF, you should be able to combine your career goals with serving the military, and how your attending the academy will help these 2 things compliment each other.
"Good morning Sir. Thank you for taking the time to interview me and giving me the opportunity to apply for a nomination. I've always been interested and intrigued with technology. It's my career goal to work in the Satellite Communications field. Through my meetings with foreign exchange students in my school, as well as my studies in world history and government, I have also come to realize that even with all our problems, we still live in the greatest country in the world. The thought of being able to serve my country while at the same time working in the technology fields, seems to be the ultimate career for me. While being in the military and serving my country is definitely something I plan on doing, no matter what happens, I feel that attending West Point/Annapolis/etc... will prepare me best. I want to be able to motivate and lead other military members into being the best that they are capable of. I believe that it's been that leadership and attitude that has made our military the best in the world. And to preserve our country and the constitution, I believe that we need to ensure that we maintain this quality military; and I want to be part of that....... I know you have a lot of applicants stating their case for receiving an appointment. I don't know their backgrounds, future goals, or motives; but I do know mine. Working in a career that motivates me, while serving our country, which has provided so many opportunities to me and all citizens, would not only be a dream come true, but an honor and responsibility that I take very seriously. The experiences I've had on athletic teams, clubs, and such, have enforced my desire even more to be part of one of the best teams. Our Military. And the Air Force academy will help me to become the best leader I can be."