ROTC backup plan

[marciemi]

My guess would be that was because of the Prep School (which is kind of a guarantee of admission in itself). I don't believe that applies to your "normal" candidate.

However, I do think that if you were accepted this year, that you will be next year as well, but would still have to go through the process again!

[America's Finest]

Originally Posted by Just_A_Mom

I can't imagine why they would hold one person's spot and not anothers. This is, indeed, a rarity. might happen to one or two kids out of 1300.

My point is - I don't think folks should make a judgment on this forum based on experiences at another academy or just because it is what they *think*.
Don't worry about injury or illness and if it happens to you please contact admissions immediately. They are there to help you - not hurt you.

I guess it works just like DoDMERB in the way that its on a case by case basis and they consider factors they don't necessarily disclose. Prep school probably had something to do with it since they had already taken an oath in a way there.

There are a lot of stuff in admissions that most people don't know. I found out quite a few things from admissions officers regarding admissions factors that isn't popular information. At least its stuff I haven't heard here or anywhere but from them.

[11BRAVO]

Originally Posted by marciemi

the Prep School (which is kind of a guarantee of admission in itself).

I've always found this odd.

[America's Finest]

Originally Posted by 11BRAVO

I've always found this odd.

Why?

[11BRAVO]

"Student A" decides in 8th grade he wants to attend WP. He starts tailoring his coursework and student career towards that goal. He finishes HS with a 4.0 GPA, he is class president, speaks multiple languages, lettered in sports, has excellent standardized test scores, receives a MOC nomination but does not get in. He is not eligible for USMAPS because his credentials are too good.
"Student B" at another high school who has not dedicated his life and schoolwork towards an appointment gets accepted into USMAPS where he can bust his butt for one year and get into WP while Student A must attend college or enlist and reapply again.

[Just_A_Mom]

Originally Posted by marciemi

My guess would be that was because of the Prep School (which is kind of a guarantee of admission in itself). I don't believe that applies to your "normal" candidate.

However, I do think that if you were accepted this year, that you will be next year as well, but would still have to go through the process again!

I believe your guess is wrong.
This was not a USMAPS candidate but one from MMI. He had not taken the Oath. Prep school candidates must apply like any other candidate their appointments are not guaranteed. AOG scholars from MMI have not taken the Oath prior to R-Day.

In fact, I asked the Major myself very specifically and he reassured me that this young man would have his spot held for him AND that is was no big deal.

But don't take my word for it. Any candidates who are concerned about illness or injury as R-Day approaches should call admissions and discuss this with them. Make no assumptions based on this forum.

Bravo11 - you have an incorrect perception of prep school candidates, their qualifications and the purpose of both the USMAPS and AOG scholar prep programs.

[marciemi]

Originally Posted by Just_A_Mom

I believe your guess is wrong.

But don't take my word for it. Any candidates who are concerned about illness or injury as R-Day approaches should call admissions and discuss this with them. Make no assumptions based on this forum.

From either end of the spectrum!

Personally, everything I've read or been told as a MALO and on these boards was that the spot was NOT held. I would rather have a random candidate be thrilled to find find out otherwise than reassure them (like you did in your first post on the topic) that the spot WOULD be held and then find it it wouldn't.

I agree - Make no assumptions based on this forum!

[Just_A_Mom]

Originally Posted by marciemi

Personally, everything I've read or been told as a MALO ........

Really? Because in an above post you based your assumption on a story floating around this forum on a AFA case.
just sayin'..........

Originally Posted by America's Finest

There are a lot of stuff in admissions that most people don't know.

Oh I agree. They are the definitive answer. Kids and parents need to get over their own fears and stop feeling intimidated by admissions and ask questions. If there are ANY problems or concerns in the weeks leading to R-Day please call and make them your friend. They WANT to help you and will honestly do anything they can to get you to R-Day. Their job is to get you in the door.