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Thanksgiving break. Seriously- I finished up nearly all my apps during that time, and what I didn't was done by Christmas.

I think it ultimately comes down to how stiff your competition is in your district. I had a 3.2 with a Major in Chemistry and got denied twice.

I was a third time applicant last application cycle, but unfortunately I still wasn't able to get an appointment. I will say that applying was much easier... you're kind of just way more confident with everything, plus you have a lot of time to think if you really want the academy or not. I'm...

If his goal is to become a NAVAL OFFICER he should take the NROTC spot and reapply to USNA, no two ways about it. Of course, if he also wants to become an Air Force Officer, then by all means he should accept his USAFA appointment. Just make sure he doesn't accept the USAFA spot if he doesn't...

Round three for me, still nada

Don't be discouraged, there are many ways to reach the ultimate goal. It sucks right now but as a third time applicant I can tell you that success is on the horizon no matter what path is taken.

I'm a college reapplicant, graduated from Gateway though. I remember there being maybe 10-12 total candidates who wanted a nom for USNA in my district... with four vacancies I believe? Not 100% sure.

I have a nomination from PA-14

I am not a part of an ROTC program. I was recruited to play a sport at a smaller D3 school which does not have one. This leaves me with either pursuing OCS or an appointment to USNA. As long as I get commissioned I will be happy, but I was curious if aviation and research/grad school...

Thank you for the insight! I guess it really just boils down to what kind of opportunities I have ahead of me. Becoming a naval officer is my primary goal, but over the last two years of schooling I have realized my love for research (particularly in Chemistry) and would like to pursue that...

So this is my third time applying to USNA, and while I am hopeful that I will get appointed I want to be prepared for anything. Age wise I can continue to apply to USNA up until I graduate college (not sure why I'd get two bachelor degrees but hey I could), but would something like applying...

Any word from PA-14 out there?

They do

Nothing yet over here. I'm sure once the new year weekend comes to a close we'll all begin to hear back.

From someone who is going through the process for a third time- don't think about it too much. Obviously make sure you have everything in, but after that just kick it back and enjoy yourself. In a few months you'll know where you're gonna end up, and trust me, things will end up working out in...