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DS1 received 4 year NROTC MO scholarship. Received medical waiver for past shoulder surgery. Ultimately, very familiar with waiver process. DS2 interested to follow his brother's path. Now a Soph, he suffered a unique injury during middle school. Competitive wrestler who lost a testicle, after...

Keep in mind, there are hundreds of cadets participating, who will return home detailing a positive experience and strong sense of accomplishment. While I don't doubt some of the issues mentioned above, it comes from the perspective of students who spent a fraction of the overall time required...

Yes, both scholarships assigned to USC. Appreciate the additional information. As I'm sure you recall, a lot to check off the list before arrival on campus. Sounds like he's leaning in the direction of the Marine Corp option. Asked him to take a few days to digest the information, get whatever...

DS received notice TODAY he had received NROTC/MO scholarship. Received AROTC scholarship earlier in the year. Very proud & grateful. Now, decision to make between programs. Attending University of South Carolina.

Understood. We have Discharge Medical Note. States "He has full mobility and strength and normal stability. He is cleared for full activity without limitations." Surgery was in June 2018. DS completed both AROTC & NROTC/MO PFTs after surgery. That said, understand there is a process to follow.

DoDMERB medical exam scheduled for Monday (AROTC). DS had shoulder surgery (labrum) in June. He has been released after 4 months. No restrictions. Training, preparing for upcoming baseball season. Very athletic (All-State football/baseball). Completed/Passed the NROTC/MO PFT AFTER procedure...

I understand the competitive nature between branches. The NROTC/MO ROO appeared to suggest acceptance would eliminate him from the NROTC process. Asked him to hold off on acceptance until the deadline approaches. Clearly, I can't and won't speculate on the motivation for that suggestion. All...

Following these forums for some time. Have a quick question, as I'm unsure re: the acceptance time frame. DS received 3 year scholarship through AROTC. Very proud. Deadline for acceptance is 2/24/19. He received scholarship to his #1 school (Univ South Carolina). As most, he's also waiting on...