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I apologize ahead of time for yet another socks and underwear thread, but I am wondering what socks to get for beast. The packing list specifies all-black dress socks with no logos, but I don't know what the best brand is to buy for use with low quarters. Does anyone with more experience have...

They send you out as a group with your squad. If you are a similar pace to someone in your squad you could pace each other. I think what that rule is meant for is if you are taking the CFA by yourself and you have someone who is not even taking the CFA pace you.

Can confirm; same way at SLE. I arrived towards the end of the reception period because I was taking the ACT the same day and did not regret it one bit.

The way I underwent a process similar to what you are describing is basically this: I bet you know at least a few veterans in your life. Maybe friends of your parents or your friends parents or maybe even relatives of yours. Ask them about their service. I'm sure they'd love to talk to you about...

Click on Overview -> Admissible mailings It is in the first admissible mailing.

The instructions for appointees says "When reporting on R-Day, you will be tested and required to meet the physical standard for pull-ups. Failure to meet minimum physical standards may result in denied entry and dismissal". With that in mind, I wouldn't risk not meeting the standards - 6...

Yes, so make sure you train for it as it is much more convenient to have it done there. However, if you fail it you can retake it later.

Thank you all for your help; it is much appreciated. For the mom’s guide, I thought I read that there will be a new edition next year so I was thinking about waiting, but I’m guessing I should get it now based on your comments.

From the FAQ pdf available on the Additional Information section of your portal: "Can I use my CFA (Candidate Fitness Assessment from West Point or one of the other Service Academies?) Yes, you may; however, you are awarded points based off your scores on your Army ROTC Fitness Assessment. The...

This issue was recently addressed here: https://www.serviceacademyforums.com/index.php?threads/cfa-forum.65079/

Thanks for the quick responses! I’ll research the parents club in my area and ask about it when I talk to my FFR.

Hello all, I am a 2023 CC and I've been seeing some threads about the official FB groups for parents and their benefits. Are these groups really necessary? My family does not do social media stuff in general and would like to find another way to get information if at all possible. Thanks in...

Last year I applied the day applications opened (15 JAN I believe) and found out I was accepted 16 FEB. I believe I was one of the first, but others can correct me if I’m wrong.

I’ve heard (not sure if it’s true) from a friend who is applying to USNA 2025 that USNA is expecting a noticeable increase in the number of applications after the release of Top Gun 2 this year. Crazy to think about how Hollywood can alter someone’s aspirations that easily.

A resume would be a good idea. It says it somewhere in the instructions that you could/should include but I don’t think it’s explicitly required. I added one and received a 4 year on the 2nd board.

What training plan is this? Do you have a link?

1) USMC-USMA-DAD / DS / LOA / 25-Oct-18 / Accepted / FL / Presidential / Direct Appointment 2) LWHW / DS / LOA / 26-Sep-18 / Undecided / TX / Congressional / College Re-Applicant 3) dieselvaden / DS/ LOA / 09-Dec-18 / Accepted / GA / ROTCJ, Congressional / Direct Appointment 4) upstateny2023 /...

1) USMC-USMA-DAD / DS / LOA / 25-Oct-18 / Accepted / FL / Presidential / Direct Appointment 2) LWHW / DS / LOA /26-Sep-18 / Undecided / TX / Congressional / College Re-Applicant 3) dieselvaden / DS/ LOA / 09-Dec-18 / Accepted / GA / ROTCJ, Congressional / Direct Appointment 4) upstateny2023 / DD...

I believe this is the video Walman888 is referring to. Check out this clip at 1:59: It is part of a ~50 minute documentary about the service academies that I watched because I believe someone posted about it somewhere here on SAF. It is very cool to see how it actually happens.

I believe it is 45 days after authorization from DoDMETS, but you may want to check with you liaison officer to be sure.