Recent content by JonathanDKNguyen

So I've finished packing and I'm stuck on maybe the most simple part! What should I WEAR to R-day? I'm planning to be wearing simple cotton socks with the Low-Quarters on the feet, running shoes/boots will be in the bag. Plan to wear a white tank-top and a plain white polo shirt, as well...

I have yet to receive my mailing address like I was informed, when will I expect to receive such information? If I will?

Hello all, I received a book titled In Search of Ethics and there were no instructions attached. I'm going to assume that it's in my best interest to read the book, but will I be tested and whatnot on the material? Also, my best friend was appointed to USAFA and he has to memorize the...

I hear that the application process for USMA is like a weighted grade. From what my Liaison officer and a family friend tell me, its 60% Academics (SAT, ACT, GPA), 30% leadership (asb, extracurriculars, team captain), and 10% physical (Fitness Assessment test). I may be wrong, but this is...

Thank you very much for your suggestions. I thought I was done once I was accepted, but now I'm struggling with all the paperwork. How do I schedule an overnight visit?

Thank you all very much. Also, I've received two large folders in the mail so far (including the check list) but I am having trouble locating many of the documents that I need to "print and mail" in. Should I be expecting much more mail? Or is it located somewhere in my candidate portal? I've...

I want to say that it will show up on your candidate portal but you can just call and confirm it.

How can I find out how high I was on wait list?

Thank you all for your input, I'm flying out there over memorial day weekend and such. My admissions officer informed me that I came off of the National Wait List, although it seemed that they already sent out too many appointments expecting attrition (people declining). They opened up the...

How do I get the boots to break in?

Minimums: I'm reading the Instructions for Applicants receiving offers and there is a physical test during Cadet Basic Training with the minimum requirements: Males: 6 pull-ups 46 push-ups 60 sit-ups 2 miles <15:00 Females: 2 pull-ups 22 push-ups 60 sit-ups 2 miles <17:00 I...

Hey Guys, I just received news from my Admissions Officer that about an Appointment offer for Class of 2014. I understand that I need to stay physically and mentally strong, but what is the next step? I've never visited yet or any of that, could someone help me out? Thanks so much