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While this might not resolve your dilemma, there are cadets that cross commission at the end of four years. So I guess the question is, is the Naval Academy what you want or a naval career?

It is ultimately a big puzzle... Matching bodies with slots. I think if you have an LOA it is just a matter of being patient. Positive thoughts for all those waiting!

My DS did not win his slate, but came in off of the NWL last year. Hang in there!

My 2021 did not have a lot of club leadership opportunities, as he was playing 2 varsity sports that were basically year round commitments. Instead of becoming a member of several clubs just to check a box on the application, he undertook a capstone service project. He created a charitable...

Complete the application. DS is at West Point, but received an offer of appointment to the Air Force Academy last year without a nomination. They "found" him a Vice Presidential nomination. While there is no guarantee, there is certainly hope if you have a strong file and they want you. Good...

My DS was 3Q'd and file complete in November of last year. He did not hear a single word until April 10th. Five nail biting months of waiting. He is now a happy Plebe home for Christmas. Prepare yourself for a wait, but hopefully you will hear good news sooner!

Just for consideration, ROTC officers are not guaranteed active duty upon commissioning, where academy graduates are.

If you are up for the drive I will be happy to get you the information. There are currently about 25 cadets from the area at WP. I am mom to a Plebe, so just getting involved, but we have done a Plebe send off party, boodle meeting, football watch party, and planning a Christmas party for...

If you are in North Mississippi there is a Mid-South West Point parents club that is very active. Members from Memphis, Mississippi and surrounding area.

129. WPHope2021/DS/LOA/Declined/TN-9/Vice Presidential. DS accepted an appointment to WP. There are so many amazing young men and women on this forum that the AFA can select to fill this slot. I hope it is you.

The vision, immunization records, and dental records in the online portion are requested by April 14.

DS just accepted his appointment today and opened the first packet with much of the medical requirements and forms to be sent. The deadline for much of it is April 14. Obviously we will not be able to get all of this taken care of in the next two days. Anyone aware of another deadline or is a...

WPHope/DS/No LOA/Appt. Apr 10, 2017/Plan to accept/ TN-9/Congressional

What congressional district are you?

DS received an appointment today. We are TN-9.