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Birth control: I took it through basic and it helped keep track of the days... I put it out at night before bed and took it in the morning when I work up, it was just a part of my morning routine. Things to bring: Not too much, because you have to carry it around. I brought a backpack and it...

Just a bit of insight. I applied for SS when I was a junior and I got flat denied. If this happens to any of you, keep plugging away and get what you need to get done, done. I ended up getting a LOA the next year. My first day ever being in CO was while getting yelled at and herded around on...

In the message he recieved (and over 750 others) said "Please check your email and junk mail from (RelayHealth/MiCare). Follow the instructions and complete the registration before you arrive at USAFA. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact me for assistance." Perhaps... he...

What about going to the gym? When is there time to go workout (i.e. would morning workouts be feasible)?

Yes, that was my mistake. It's still a hell of a jump!

Honestly, I can't tell what will happen in BCT, but I can tell you what I do know about the platform jump. I went to a USMA camp and we were able to jump off of the 30 meter platform. The trick is to stay stiff and hit feet first... the hardest part is taking the step off, then it's over...

Wow! That's great news!

A new form appeared on the admissions portal about the AOG. My parents are interested in the BCT Webguy photos, but the price is steep to pay every month for the course of 4 years- especially because 6 weeks of BCT is the only appeal. Is there an option only to have a membership for those...

Alright, thank you both! That makes me feel more comfortable anyway :smile:

Sorry to bring an old thread back to life... I decided to hold on to an ROTC scholarship, but am intending on reporting to an academy. When do I officially "give up" my scholarship? When I report, or the first day of class? If it's the first day of class, that would mean I would have to...

Do you have any tips for dealing with all of the stress that we will be under on I-day, and for that matter, throughout boot camp?

Thank you! I'll be sure to practice, but this is nice to know :smile:

I have a few random ones. What pace/distance should I be aiming for on runs? I am a female in good condition but I'm worried I'll be the one to slow the group down if it's a majority of guys. Should I bring blister care or medical items or will that be issued or taken care of by medical...

USAFA is not sending a "BFE" (big fat envelope) in the mail this year. In the past all of the forms that you need to fill out were sent in an envelope- however this year this is all being done through the portal. The letter you received is about the extent of what you will get in the mail.

I don't know, but I honestly wouldn't use SS as an indicator of "appointment likeliness". I applied to SS last year and I did not get accepted to it, not even wait-listed. However, I was able to receive a LoA (and I'm not a recruited athlete). The true test is if you get denied from SS and...