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Vampsoul- Thanks for the insight! You said that the Army is more people-centered, and that USMA attracted you because of your penchant for history. From what I've heard both WP and USNA view candidates that are talented in math and science with much more favor than those who experience more...

I don't think it really makes that big of a difference. Just do the activity that you would enjoy the most. However, USNA does like it when kids are elected to leadership positions by fellow students, so that might influence which of the positions you take. With that being said, weigh the...

From what I've heard, the earlier you start the application, the better. If by fall you mean early September, maybe. But I know of some people in my area that got ACCEPTED in the fall; around mid-October. I'm not an expert, a BGO, or anything like that, but the one thing I've heard from every...

Is Herndon gone for good? :eek: I've heard that the Supe was debating it, but is this a permanent change? I hope not :frown:

R.e. USNA and Memphis: Thanks for your advice thus far. I'm nearly convinced that attending NASS would not be a productive use of time since I am set on applying there. It's the only place I want to go to. However, how would it look to the people at admissions if someone were to not go after...

To those that attended past NASS Sessions (and those with knowledge of NASS)- Do you have any recommendations for this years crop of NASS attendees? How was the PT? Etc... In short, is there anything you wish you had known before going to NASS? Thanks! a

KveTina, Thanks for the awesome workout links! Will definitely be using these. 33 days till session two!

Stage4Survivor, Is there a candidate number on the rejection letter that your son received? It should be located on the top left-hand corner. If so, then he has been designated an official candidate. (This might seem confusing because he was denied to NASS. However, there are plenty of people...

Hello everyone, I have a Candidate #, but I have not received a password to the Candidate Information System. Has anyone out there gotten a letter or some form of notification r.e. their password? Thanks, a

http://workingperson.com/products/22_354_447/1/9481/Thorogood_834-6041_Classic_Leather_Academy_Oxford.html Would these work?

Yes, all who were accepted to NASS become official candidates. Since the Prelim. App. is designed to make the first cut (based on GPA, class standing, and test scores), those accepted to NASS have made the first cut, and become official candidates. (NASS application also counts as a Prelim App...

I'm not sure what the specifics are, but during plebe year you can't even touch your bed from 600am to 1030pm. I might be a little off on the hours, but essentially napping is not allowed.

From what I've heard, Boys' State is definitely a plus to have on your app. It shows the academies leadership, etc... I'm not sure where I found the statistics, but a significant portion of the Class of 2013 participated in Boys' State (9%?) I'm not entirely sure, but make it known that you did...

Jake, LOA stands for letter of assurance. USNA sends these out to some people that have applied for admission to the academy. However, I've seen from a lot of different threads that just b/c you get an LOA does not mean you are IN. And by info, I think they meant getting your recommendations...

armynavy, a lot of people that get denied to NASS are given an appointment to the academy. likewise, people that are accepted to NASS are not given an appointment to the academy. understand that NASS is highly competitive, but they are also trying to fulfill geographic representation for all...