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That one is really personal preference. I knew that no matter what school I went to, I would be working hard and would limit myself from some college life to do well in academics. Granted, rotc has A LOT more freedom than the academy but I think it’s totally worth it.

From what I’ve experienced, there’s a good spread. I have no affiliation with the military but some kids have both parents and siblings who have served. It doesn’t make much of a difference, you all start on the same page on I day.

Honestly I did not give much thought to 4* year, I was so worried about basic. Basic really wasn’t too bad, less pt than I expected and it’s a lot better when you approach it with a sense of humor, just don’t express that to the cadre 😅 I knew I would be running the strips, but there are a lot...

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I know the flying team takes up a lot of time. I’ve heard it’s a similar commitment to doing a varsity sport. But I also know that every cadet is an athlete. How do cadets on the flying team balance academics, flying, and athletics? Are any involved in sports, or do they have to exercise on...

What’s it like to have a sponsor family?

I’m in the same situation as you. And I’m sure many other candidates are as well. The waiting gives you time to really overthink things 😅 I think the answer to this is to not limit our options. We still have until May to decide, might as well see what universities we get into and how we feel...

Those of you who received a call for your MOC about appointment, congrats!! Also, I’m curious, when did you receive your nomination from them?