I'm 5'11" 230lbs and the limit for my height is around 198lbs. After receiving appointments to both USAFA and USNA, I had to do the body composition test. I was well under the body fat percentage requirements for both academies and was fine. If you are still worried about it, use this calculator. USAFA wants male cadets under 18% and female cadets under 26%. I agree with the others with regards to focusing on the CFA. Good luck!As stated on the website, if you are 5’3”, you must weigh 141 pounds and below. I weigh 147 due to sports (I’m a runner and ice hockey player). Do I ABSOLUTELY have to lose the weight before I apply and/or enter? Thanks.
I don't know how the Air Force or SAs handle it, but NROTC never cared about being under the minimum weightI'm 5 foot 7 and a half and weigh 121 pounds. The weight requirement for 5 foot 7 is 120 and the requirement for 5 foot 8 is 125 pounds. I run xc and track so I have a pretty skinny build. Should I focus on getting my weight up? I'm a bit worried about how gaining weight will impact my running though.
Would it be an issue when I take my DoDMERB?I don't know how the Air Force or SAs handle it, but NROTC never cared about being under the minimum weight
You might naturally gain more weight during your first year of college anyways with the change in diet and lifestyle.
My being 260lbs when doing the DoDMERB had no effect on my medical qualification, so I would assume that it is the same for being underweight.Would it be an issue when I take my DoDMERB?
I see that you were appointed to USNA, congrats! Does that mean your weight (I'm assuming you were over the max weight) not hurt your chances of receiving an appointment?My being 260lbs when doing the DoDMERB had no effect on my medical qualification, so I would assume that it is the same for being underweight.
Just being underweight will normally not affect medical clearance unless there is an underlying medical condition for it such as a diagnosed eating disorder or thyroid problem (to name a few).Would it be an issue when I take my DoDMERB?
My son had to do this too. Basically measure your neck and waist in inches. Our neighbor who is a doctor signed it for us, and we submitted it to the portal. Really easy.I was in that same situation being over the given weight for 5'10", they're more than likely going to request a body fat test (measurements) performed by anyone who is qualified to do so (for example, a school nurse). It's not much of a hassle and you'll hear back immediately. As those above have stated, focus on the important areas and make sure you can perform well on the CFA.
They will not hassle you about your weight. You might have to do a tape test at some point, likely after basic. If you're in reasonably good shape, you have nothing to worry about. I've been over the "max" BMI since before basic, and in 4 semesters I've been tape tested once. I passed easily with my uniform on and haven't heard anything more about it. It's virtually impossible to be muscular and be under the BMI requirements. You can do your own waistline tape test if you're worried.It's only 6 pounds, and while true about waivers, it's just easier and less stressful to make the weight. Class of 2028? You have time to do the big three AND make your weight. You also have to pass and do well on the CFA. The extra weight just makes it that much more difficult.
Okay. I’m relatively skinny-looking as well, but my legs are just very muscular. I try to eat well and work out every day. Good to know, thank you!They will not hassle you about your weight. You might have to do a tape test at some point, likely after basic. If you're in reasonably good shape, you have nothing to worry about. I've been over the "max" BMI since before basic, and in 4 semesters I've been tape tested once. I passed easily with my uniform on and haven't heard anything more about it. It's virtually impossible to be muscular and be under the BMI requirements. You can do your own waistline tape test if you're worried.
Bottom line is you need to be in shape. There is a long, intense process to kick someone out for athletics, and it involves failing many PFTs and AFTs. If you're crushing the CFA, you have nothing to worry about.
I appreciate it! Congrats on your USNA appointment! Edit: I am at 21.5% so I am all good!I'm 5'11" 230lbs and the limit for my height is around 198lbs. After receiving appointments to both USAFA and USNA, I had to do the body composition test. I was well under the body fat percentage requirements for both academies and was fine. If you are still worried about it, use this calculator. USAFA wants male cadets under 18% and female cadets under 26%. I agree with the others with regards to focusing on the CFA. Good luck!
I’ve actually emailed them before! They didn’t respond.Instead of relying on opinions on an anonymous forum, email admissions and ask them directly. Personally, I would just make weight and be done with it, but admissions, not DoDMERB runs the show with respect to the weight aspect of appointments, so they are the final arbiters.